Domestic Violence Awareness Month
Social Media Toolkit
Introduction
Each October, the National Indigenous Women’s Resource Center (NIWRC) proudly joins advocates and organizations nationwide to launch Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM), a time to honor those we have lost to domestic violence, uplift the voices of survivors, and strengthen our commitment to ending violence.
What’s a Social Media Toolkit?
Social media toolkits create posts that promote a cause or an awareness event. This guide includes social media posts, hashtags, and graphics in support of NIWRC’s national campaign for Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Thank you for spreading awareness!
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Hashtags
The following hashtags may be used to promote, share, or index posts related to DVAM: #DVAM2025, #WomenAreSacred.
Sample Post Language (Copy & Paste)
General Domestic Violence Awareness Month |
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. 💜 Read NIWRC’s fact sheet on domestic violence ➡️ bit.ly/3dFKybX |
Throughout October, join the national organizing efforts to raise awareness of domestic violence and honor Native women survivors. What traditional values do you share in your community? |
Ending domestic and gender-based violence requires strong, consistent advocacy for social change across Tribal, federal, state, and local levels. We celebrate all the advocates working to heal our communities by centering survivors and promoting justice. Who is an advocate doing amazing work in your community? Learn more ➡️niwrc.org/DVAM #DVAM2024 #HealHoldCenter #WomenAreSacred |
Safe Housing & Shelter |
This Domestic Violence Awareness Month, we join @NIWRC and the STTARS Indigenous Safe Housing Center as we Heal, Hold & Center survivors’ voices and wisdom. We honor the sacredness of women, children, and 2SLGBTQ+ relatives and stand firm in the truth that violence is not traditional. Read more ➡️ niwrc.org/DVAM |
There are 574 federally recognized Tribal Nations, but less than 50 Native domestic violence shelters nationwide. Native women, children, and 2SLGBTQ+ relatives deserve culturally-rooted support, resources, and safe spaces to heal. This October, let’s hold space for survivors and center their needs. |
While Native women experience violence at alarming rates, only 38% are able to access essential services such as shelter and legal assistance. Support programs and shelters must remain a refuge for all survivors, honoring their identities and lived experiences. Gender identity should never be a barrier to safety or healing. |
Honoring Our Two-Spirit & LGBTQ+ Relatives |
Reclaiming the sacredness of women, honoring the roles and responsibilities of all our relatives—including LGBTQ2S+ relatives—and centering safety and accountability are vital steps in ending violence and restoring balance within Tribal Nations. Read more ➡️niwrc.org/DVAM |
As our transgender and Two-Spirit relatives face heightened levels of violence and homelessness, it is crucial that shelters and survivor programs prioritize inclusivity, ensuring they are safe spaces for all. No one should be denied refuge or care based on gender identity. #DVAM2024 #HealHoldCenter #SafeHousing4All |
Indigenous communities must recognize the unique barriers our Two-Spirit and LGBTQ+ relatives face in accessing help and resources for intimate partner violence. This Domestic Violence Awareness Month, let’s work together to break down those barriers and support all survivors. #DVAM2024 #HealHoldCenter |
Tillie Black Bear |
This #DomesticViolenceAwarenessMonth, we honor Tillie Black Bear, Wa Wokiye Win (Woman Who Helps Everyone), for upholding the sacred teachings that remind us that women are sacred. Her legacy continues to guide us in the work to end violence against Native women. #TillieBlackBear #DVAM2024 #WomenAreSacred |
This October, we acknowledge the herstory behind #DomesticViolenceAwarenessMonth by honoring Tillie Black Bear, our grandmother of the movement to end violence against Native women. #TillieBlackBear #DVAM2024 #HealHoldCenter |
“Even in thought, women are to be respected.” — Tillie Black Bear, Sicangu Lakota, Wa Wokiye Win (Woman Who Helps Everyone) #TillieBlackBear #WomenAreSacred #DVAM2024 |
“Even in thought, women are to be respected. We teach this to our children. We teach it to our grandchildren. We teach it to our kids so that the generations to come will know what is expected of them. Those generations to come will also know how to treat each other as relatives.” — Tillie Black Bear, Sicangu Lakota, Wa Wokiye Win (Woman Who Helps Everyone) #TillieBlackBear #WomenAreSacred #HealHoldCenter #DVAM2024 |
In celebrating the legacy of Tillie Black Bear, we recommit to ending domestic violence by advocating for increased Tribal shelter options and strengthening grassroots movements to support survivors. #TillieBlackBear #DVAM2024 #HealHoldCenter |
Support is Available |
Support is here. 💜 If you’re experiencing harm in your relationship, reach out to the StrongHearts Native Helpline at 1-844-762-8483. @StrongHeartsDV provides a safe and confidential space for American Indians and Alaska Natives, available 24/7. You can also connect through live chat at strongheartshelpline.org. |
We see you. We honor your spirit. We are here for you. If you need support, the Trevor Project offers trained counselors who understand the unique challenges facing the LGBTQ2S+ community. Available 24/7. 📞 Call 1-866-488-7386 |
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