Community Corner
Domestic Violence Awareness Month Workshops
"Why Don't They Leave?" Understanding the Complexities of Domestic Violence / Hear Something, Say Something: Bystander Intervention
The Ferguson Library and the Domestic Violence Crisis Center (DVCC) are presenting a series of workshops for Domestic Violence Awareness Month. The workshops will take place on Mondays at 6 p.m. on Zoom. Below, are the final two workshops in the series. Registration is required for each workshop. Zoom meeting information will be provided to registrants in the confirmation emails.
October 19 at 6 pm. - "Why Don't They Leave?" Understanding the Complexities of Domestic Violence
In the second part to this series, we will dive deeper into the complex nature of domestic violence to understand why it isn't always easy for a victim to leave. Participants will learn about the various methods of control abusers use, as well as specific barriers that impact vulnerable populations like the immigrant population and the LGBTQ+ community. Register.
October 26 at 6 p.m. - Hear Something, Say Something: Bystander Intervention
In today's world, it is no longer enough to just stand by and witness injustice and not do anything about it. In this final workshop, learn how to safely intervene when you see or hear something problematic. Scenarios discussed will range from how to safely intervene when you hear a racist joke or a problematic statement about domestic violence to helping a victim of domestic violence. Register.
