Explore Domestic Violence Awareness Month events hosted by local organizations across North Carolina.
This list represents events shared with the Division for Women & Youth and may not include all events taking place statewide.
Western North Carolina
October 4 — Youth Group Presentation: Love Shouldn’t Be Scary
Abuse Prevention Council
Aldersgate | 5 p.m.
October 15 — Love Shouldn’t Be Scary Activity
Abuse Prevention Council
Cleveland Community College | 10 a.m.
October 23 — Love Shouldn’t Be Scary
Abuse Prevention Council
Shelby Walmart | 12 p.m.
Central/Piedmont North Carolina
October 3 — The Clothesline Project Display
Second Bloom of Chatham
Chatham Community Library | 12–3:30 p.m.
Visual display of intimate partner violence statistics that often go ignored.
October 14 — Domestic Violence Vigil
Harbor, Inc. of Johnston County
Neuse River Amphitheater | 5:30 p.m.
Eastern North Carolina
October 1 — Remember My Name Vigil
Rape Crisis of Cumberland County
Cumberland County Courthouse | 5:30 p.m.
October 2 — Silent Witness Exhibit
Domestic Violence Shelter and Services, Inc.
Innis Park | 12:30 p.m.
Life-size silhouettes representing North Carolinians whose lives were taken by an intimate partner will be displayed, with their stories read aloud in remembrance. The event will also recognize IMPACT Award finalists and their work in the community.
October 12 — Faith Leaders Summit
Domestic Violence Shelter and Services, Inc.
An opportunity for local pastors, clergy, church leaders, and ministry staff to learn how to recognize and respond to domestic violence, including practical resources and information about mandatory reporting.
October 12 — Domestic Violence Awareness Month Coffee & Conversations
Carteret County Domestic Violence Program
Carteret Community College | 11 a.m.–2 p.m.
Connect with local organizations, learn about available resources and support services, and hear survivor testimony.
October 15 — Petals on the Pamlico
Ruth’s House
Washington Waterfront Municipal Pier | 7–8 p.m.
A candlelight vigil in memory of North Carolinians who lost their lives to domestic violence during the past year, concluding with a flower-petal release into the Pamlico River.
October 24 — I Got Flowers: A Powerful Play About Domestic Violence
Ruth’s House
The Turnage Theater | 4–5 p.m.
A play about domestic violence, hope, awareness, and the strength to change.