Every1KnowsSome1: NDDSVC Launches Statewide Domestic Violence Awareness Campaign

BISMARCK, ND—The North Dakota Domestic & Sexual Violence Coalition (NDDSVC) is shining a light on a common, yet overshadowed topic this October: domestic violence. October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM), a time dedicated to remembering victims of domestic violence, celebrating survivors and bringing communities together to identify and eliminate domestic violence.

This fall, NDDSVC is spreading the message that “Every1KnowsSome1” to highlight how common domestic violence is. They say that 1 in 4 women will experience sexual violence, physical violence and/or stalking by an intimate partner during their lifetime.

According to NDDSVC’s annual statistics on domestic violence in North Dakota, in 2023 alone, 6,131 new victims of domestic violence were served by 19 advocacy centers across the state. At least 4,205 children were directly impacted by these domestic violence incidents, and 105 women were pregnant at the time they were assaulted. 

NDDSVC encourages community members to support survivors, have informed conversations about domestic violence, challenge unhealthy and abusive behaviors and join anti-domestic violence advocates in the belief that all community members must be a part of the solution to end domestic violence.

“Our goal is to create a North Dakota where everyone is safe and lives free from the fear of violence,” said Seth O’Neill, NDDSVC Executive Director. “We are asking North Dakotans to join us in raising awareness around domestic violence by amplifying our messages, understanding the signs of domestic violence and highlighting the importance of supporting those affected by it.”

Those looking to learn more about domestic violence and ways to support survivors can find more information at www.nddsvc.org

If you or someone you know has experienced domestic or sexual violence, free and confidential help is available 24/7. Visit the North Dakota Domestic & Sexual Violence Coalition (NDDSVC) website to view a directory of domestic and sexual violence victim advocacy centers and find support near you.

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The North Dakota Domestic & Sexual Violence Coalition (NDDSVC) supports and serves as a unified voice for 19 domestic violence/sexual assault (DV/SA) victim advocacy centers across North Dakota. From training and educational materials to public awareness and legislative policy change, NDDSVC works to provide North Dakota communities with the best tools and information to better support victims and survivors of domestic and sexual violence.