National Domestic Violence Awareness Month
October 1, 2025 All day
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Each year, in October, advocates, survivors and supporters recognize October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM).
Domestic Safety & Support Resources
Confidential support, emergency hotline access, shelter location tools, and relationship safety assessment.
National Domestic Violence Hotline
Free, confidential, available 24/7 in 200+ languages.
DomesticShelters.org National Directory
Search over 3,300 verified domestic violence programs and shelters across the US and Canada.
Search DomesticShelters.org Directory →StrongHearts Native Helpline
Confidential, culturally centered support for American Indians and Alaska Natives affected by domestic violence.
Call 1-844-7NATIVE (762-8483)Love is Respect (Youth & Teen Support)
Dedicated helpline for teens, young adults, and concerned friends/family.
Text LOVEIS to 22522Answer these 5 confidential questions to help assess whether your relationship exhibits healthy patterns or warning signs of abuse or control.
Resources
NAMI HelpLines for Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault
NAMI National HelpLine Resource Directory (PDF)
