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For 34 years, Alpha Chi Omega has worked to end domestic violence through our national philanthropy. As we began Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM) this October, we invited Alpha Chi Omega sisters to reflect on a line from our Symphony: “To appreciate every little service rendered.” It served as an important reminder that every action we take can and does make a meaningful difference to end domestic violence. Every hour volunteered, every awareness-raising conversation, every act of support for victims and survivors matters.
So, how did our members put "every little service rendered" into action this month? Here's a look at the many ways Alpha Chi Omega sisters showed up, gave back and made an impact throughout DVAM.
Nearly 300 sisters and friends of Alpha Chi Omega joined us live for A Survivor's Story: DVAM Webinar with Stephanie J. Bond, listening, learning and asking questions about the realities of domestic violence. Missed it live? Watch the recording!
Collegiate chapters across the country facilitated our new Program with Purpose, which aimed to explore the history of domestic violence awareness as our Fraternity’s national philanthropy, foster discussion on the importance of their mission in supporting victims and survivors and offer practical tips for talking about domestic violence awareness with peers, potential new members and community stakeholders.
Chapters nationwide hosted tabling events throughout the month, educating and engaging community members on domestic violence and signs of unhealthy and healthy relationships.
Our collegiate chapters brought awareness to action through philanthropy events throughout the month, raising critical awareness and funds for local domestic violence organizations.
Gamma Omicron (Marshall University) raised awareness through a Take Back the Night event and a Walk a Mile in Their Shoes event, while also hosting a luminary ceremony in honor of victims and survivors of domestic violence.
Epsilon Zeta (Auburn University) hosted their annual Alpha Chi Omega Cookout in support of the Domestic Violence Intervention Center of Opelika.
Gamma Iota (University of Florida) hosted their annual Pizza Pie with Alpha Chi, where they raised over $17,000 in support of their local agency, Peaceful Paths.
Alpha Nu (University of Missouri) hosted Floats & Fries with Alpha Chi and a Dash for DVA, raising money for True North of Columbia.
Epsilon Upsilon (Mississippi State University) hosted Taco ‘bout DVA, raising $20,044 for Columbus Safe Haven.
Our alumnae chapters also found meaningful ways to support survivors and strengthen relationships with their local agency partners.
Eta Omega Eta (Fort Collins and Northern Colorado alumnae chapter) supported their local women’s shelter, Crossroads Safehouse and Services, at their annual fundraising gala.
Gamma Psi Gamma (Sacramento alumnae chapter) celebrated Founders’ Day by crafting cards for Saint John’s Program for Real Change in honor of DVAM.
Mu Mu (Kansas City alumnae chapter) hosted their 21st annual Silence the Violence event, raising over $53,000 for their local domestic violence agency.
Alpha Gamma Alpha (Atlanta alumnae chapter) wrote heartfelt notes of encouragement for the women supported by the Cherokee Family Violence Center.
Theta Sigma Theta (Greensville, SC alumnae chapter) supported Safe Harbor, their local shelter, during the organizations annual At the Table Luncheon.
Sisters across the country honored Purple Thursday on October 15 in solidarity with survivors of domestic violence. Purple is a symbol of peace, courage, survival, honor and commitment to bringing awareness to domestic violence.
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Whether educating communities, fundraising for local agencies, engaging in awareness-raising conversations, honoring survivors or showing solidarity through Purple Thursday, Alpha Chi Omega sisters demonstrated the power of every little service rendered. Each action, no matter how big or small, is an act of support that contributes in our mission to end domestic violence.