October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month!
This October, in honor of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, Equinox is proud to join with community partners to raise awareness, support survivors, and take action to end domestic violence.
At each of these events, Equinox staff and advocates will be there to participate, table, and share resources about our Domestic Violence Services. Together, we stand with survivors and work toward creating safer, stronger communities.
💜 Equinox cheers the 11th Annual Albany Police Department 5K Run/Walk for Domestic Violence Awareness
📅 Saturday, October 4, 2025
⏰ 9:30 A.M.
📍 Jennings Landing | 1 Quay St. Albany, NY
Equinox will be tabling at this event! Stop by to meet our team and learn about local resources for survivors of domestic violence.
More information: Click Here
💜 Equinox Supports “Purple on the Plaza”
📅 Monday, October 6, 2025
⏰ 6:00 – 7:00 P.M.
Equinox joins the community as the Empire State Plaza is illuminated in purple, the official color of Domestic Violence Awareness Month—representing hope and unity for survivors. OPDV (Office for Prevention of Domestic Violence) is proud to host the inaugural Purple on the Plaza Domestic Violence Awareness Month Ceremony.
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💜 Equinox observes National “Wear Purple” Day
📅 Thursday, October 16, 2025
📲 Shared on Social Media
Our Equinox team will proudly wear purple to raise awareness and show solidarity with survivors. Watch for our team photo on social media!
💜 March with Equinox at YWCA NENY “Take Back the Night March”
📅 Thursday, October 16, 2025
⏰ 5:30 – 7:00 P.M.
📍 1 N Church St, Schenectady, NY
This powerful march amplifies survivor voices and calls for safer communities. Equinox staff will participate alongside community members to show our commitment to ending violence.
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💜 Equinox to Join Unity House Block Party for Domestic Violence Awareness Month
📅 Friday, October 10, 2025
⏰ 2:00 – 6:00 P.M.
Equinox will be present with resources and advocates at this community celebration featuring music, activities, and awareness-building for survivors of domestic violence.
More information: Click Here