DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AWARENESS MONTH 2024

Oct 25, 2024

DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AWARENESS MONTH 2024

In recognition of the harm domestic violence causes to our communities, Chief Ben Barnes designated the month of October 2024 as “Domestic Violence Awareness and Prevention Month” through Shawnee Tribe Proclamation 2024-10-03.

“WHEREAS, the Shawnee Tribe recognizes domestic violence as a threat to tribal sovereignty and the basic human right of our citizens to thrive, and calls upon its citizens and employees to discover the strength of victim service providers such as the Shawnee Tribe Behavioral Health & Victim Services that help domestic violence victims and survivors by offering support, services, and healing; and

WHEREAS, the Shawnee Tribe encourages citizens and employees to discover the strength of compassion, empathy and understanding within themselves to uplift domestic violence victims and survivors; and to discover the strength of respectful and healthy relationships to create a legacy free from violence for the next generation…”

Read the full proclamation online in the Shawnee Tribe Municode library, here.

Throughout October, the tribe’s Behavioral Health & Victim Services Department has hosted multiple events to spread awareness for Domestic Violence Awareness Month. In addition to a free bingo night at the Community Building in Miami, OK, department staff facilitated a “Paint the Town Purple” campaign for local businesses and highlighted influential Native American women and their contributions to the history and future of Indian Country through a campaign on the tribe’s Facebook page.

Tribal employees also wore purple attire and awareness ribbons on Friday, October 18, to support the cause.

Although this month of awareness is coming to a close, information about Shawnee Tribe Victim Services and tribal resources for victims of domestic violence are always available. Visit the program page here.

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