Dear
BSW and MSW students and faculty:
As part
of our SWRK 388 Pre-Professional Social Work Practicum fall semester project we
are promoting awareness for domestic violence during the month of October. This is not a solicitation letter, however
your support around campus, and in your personal life, is perfectly welcome and
appreciated.
Specifically
we are working with First Step. First
Step is a 43-bed shelter for survivors of domestic violence and sexual
assault. First Step serves mainly Western Wayne County, however survivors are taken on
a first come first served basis, and can be from any city or state. First Step also provides counseling, a 24
help line, and a First Response Program (for survivors of sexual assault), at a
safe and unpublished location.
The
goal of this email is to inform students about domestic violence. First Step defines domestic violence as:
- A pattern of behaviors including physical, sexual, and emotional abuse used to gain control over another.
Domestic
Violence Facts
- Domestic violence affects 1 in 4 people, regardless of ethnicity, race, age, ability, class, religion, or sexual orientation.
- Every 15 seconds a woman is battered
- If you or anyone you know is in need of a safe place, or even a person to talk to about domestic violence please do not hesitate to call First Step’s 24 hour help line: 734-459-5900 or toll free: 1-888-453-5900.
You may notice students and faculty wearing a purple
ribbon around campus this month. This
ribbon acknowledges October as domestic violence awareness month. Please wear a purple ribbon during the month
of October and help us promote awareness around domestic violence, and more specifically
to:
- Mourn those who have died as a result of domestic violence
- Celebrate survivors
- Honor the changes achieved thus far
- Recognize you personal commitment to non-violence
Where can I get a purple ribbon?
You can
get a free purple ribbon from booths that will be set up at the EMU Eateries
during the month of October. Dates and
times are as follows.
Thursday October 27, 2:30-5:00
Watch
for announcements in your social work classes for dates and times or contact us
via email at dvinfoemu@yahoo.com for
general information regarding our project.
Please join us along with First
Step in campaigning against domestic violence and wear a purple ribbon during
the month of October.
Thank
you for your support.
Jeanette
Bouton
Danica
Grceski
Florence Igbawua
Wendy
Whitlock
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