Ask the DA: October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month
One of the aims of Domestic Violence Awareness Month is to recommit to making everyone’s home a safe place for them to live. It is important for victims of domestic violence to be aware of the help that is available to them at my office, which has a number of programs to address domestic violence.
My administration continues to be strongly committed to reducing the prevalence of domestic violence and assisting those who suffer from its devastating effects. Ending domestic violence requires a joint effort of every part of our society, which must work collaboratively to communicate that domestic violence is always unacceptable. This month and throughout the year, each of us must commit ourselves to be vigilant in recognizing and combating domestic violence in our community, and supporting those that have been affected.
We are committed to holding domestic abusers accountable by prosecuting them to the full extent of the law. I encourage victims and their families and friends to seek assistance if you or someone you know is a victim of domestic violence. You can contact the Family Justice Center at (718) 250-5111, as well as the New York City Domestic Violence Hotline at 1 (800) 621-HOPE (4673), or the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1 (800) 799-SAFE. In an emergency call 911 immediately.