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Domestic Violence Awareness Month: Get involved this October!

October marks Domestic Violence Awareness Month, a time dedicated to shining a light on an issue that affects millions across the nation. Domestic violence impacts individuals and families from all walks of life, including many in our community. Fresno County ranks highest in per capita calls to law enforcement for domestic violence in California, according to the California Department of Justice.

What Does Data Show about DV in our Community?

Although the dynamics of power and control are a constant in domestic violence relationships, how it manifests in our communities evolves. We know that most domestic violence goes unreported. However, greater awareness creates greater access to support, thus shifting our minds on who domestic violence affects and how. In order to prevent and end domestic violence, communities need to stay ahead of trends about what triggers lead up to a violent incident, what is taking place during an act of violence and what happens following an act of violence to all involved. Click to learn more about domestic violence in our community through data gathered from incidences January 2023 - March 2025.

What is kNOw MORE?

The kNOw MORE program uses focus-led discussions that center on healthy relationships and dating violence awareness. Our Prevention and Education Team works with middle and high school students to empower them with the knowledge they need to identify and prevent abuse, both in their own relationships and in the relationships of others.

The primary goal of kNOw MORE is to increase students' knowledge of healthy and unhealthy relationships and encourage them to become leaders on their campuses. We inspire creativity by asking students to think outside the box and developing activities that engage their peers in learning about respectful relationships and warning signs of abuse.

Building Healthy Relationships

This month, we have compiled some key ingredients to help you build a strong partnership. From self-care, to respect and trust, these tips are all about creating loving and healthy relationships 🧡❤️