Domestic Violence Awareness Month

Domestic Violence Awareness is annually observed in the month of October. Other names of domestic violence are Intimate partner violence (IPV) or dating violence. Abusers do not care about your age, religion, gender, sexual orientation, educational level, ethnic background and/or socioeconomic status.

 Many people think that domestic violence is only physical violence, however it takes many forms such as; Control Physical Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Emotional Abuse & Intimidation, Isolation, Verbal Abuse: Coercion, Threats, & Blame, Using Male Privilege & Economic Abuse. 2 out of 3 Pacific Islander women and 1 in 10 U.S. men experience sexual violence, physical violence and/or stalking by an intimate partner during their lifetime.  

Dismantling Domestic Violence at home through education, training and awareness is our objective. Particularly since this topic is a taboo to converse about within our small island of American Samoa and is swept under the rug. We want to create normalizing Domestic Violence conversations. 

Throughout the month of October, The Alliance will continue to educate and inform the community on Domestic Violence. What it looks like, how to get help, who you can go to, and how to prevent Intimate Partner Violence. 

To learn more about Domestic Violence and how you can help, follow us on Facebook or Instagram. Stay updated with our programs, events, activities, webinars and podcasts concerning Domestic Violence for the month of October.

If you are in immediate need or need someone to talk to, you can contact #220, or call 800-799-SAFE(7233) or online chat at: https://www.thehotline.org/