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Domestic Violence Awareness Month
Every October, communities across the nation come together to raise awareness about domestic violence and advocate for change. At Waypoint, we believe that together, we can end the silence. Together, we can end the violence.
This October, we’re asking you to take action. Here are the top three ways you can get involved and make an impact:
1. Join the Gentleman Campaign© and Take the Pledge to Be an Exceptional Gentleman
Since 2013, Waypoint’s Gentleman Campaign© has spread awareness about domestic violence and encouraged community involvement by promoting what it means to be an exceptional gentleman.
This year, we need 100 men to take the pledge to stand against violence and show support for survivors.
READ THE PLEDGE & SIGN UP HERE
Gentleman Day: Wed., October 29, 2025
In October, City Mayors from communities across our service area will officially proclaim October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month, calling on everyone to take a stand against violence. We’re inviting you to join us by:
- Wearing purple or Waypoint Gentleman/Enough is Enough apparel on Gentleman Day, Wed., October 29, 2025
- Urging others to stand up, speak out, and commit to never engaging in domestic violence
- Showing support for survivors and spreading awareness throughout the day
When hundreds of us take the stand together, we send a powerful, united message: domestic violence has no place in our community.
2. Support the Enough is Enough Campaign
This year, we’re launching a new domestic violence awareness initiative called Enough is Enough.
Keep an eye out for upcoming apparel sales (details coming soon!) as another way to show your support and spread the message throughout our community. Enough silence, enough violence, enough is enough.
3. Donate & Share
Your generosity fuels our mission to support survivors and create lasting change. Make a donation today and help amplify our message by sharing Waypoint’s impact stories on social media. Every share sparks awareness, and every dollar makes a difference.
Additional Awareness Events
In Her Shoes Simulations
October 27 at 10 AM & 2 PM - Registration Now Open
Step into the real-life scenarios survivors face and gain a deeper understanding of the barriers to safety.
Purple Ribbons in Downtown Cedar Rapids
During October, ribbons will line downtown in honor of Domestic Violence Awareness Month.
