State Chairman:  Helen Witte
Objective:  Educate members and others about domestic violence and encourage citizen action to address multiple domestic violence concerns.

Become Aware/Learn the Facts!
Initiate and Support Community Activities

The Biden Amendment to increase the funding for the Violence Against Women Act programs passed the Senate on March 13, 2008.  By GFWC clubwomen contacting their legislators and expressing their support, they truly made a difference.

International Violence Against Women Act of March 2008
End Violence one signature at a time
Urgent Action Alert February 2008
GFWC Domestic Violence Program Action Plan
Domestic Violence February 2007 Update
GFWC Honored in Congress
National Network to end Domestic Violence
Technology Safety Planning with Survivors
 

Domestic Violence Awareness Skit -available through the state’s chairman on DV (Helen Witte) or obtain a copy from your district president
Million Voices Campaign
Domestic Violence Prevention - Grants available through GFWC link to their application
Make a Difference Day - Grants available soon through GFWC and to contact Pat Nolan at 202-347-3168 for information and grant applications

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month... Click here to see the most frequently asked questions about Domestic Abuse, Formulating a Safety Plan and many ways that you can help.