Join us at the St. Francois County Courthouse in Farmington from 12:00 p.m. until 1:00 p.m. to celebrate Domestic Violence Awareness Month with a Balloon Release.
We will be releasing balloons at 12:30 p.m. as a symbol of mourning to those we've lost, celebration for those who have won, and encouragement to those who have just began their journey to safety.
While you're there, view the "Clothesline Display", a very touching tribute from the women and children who are escaping domestic and sexual abuse. Each of the t-shirts were made by a woman or child living in the shelter. They were asked to draw or write something explaining how being abused made them feel on one side and then to draw or write something on the opposite side which signifies how their life has changed since leaving the violence. It's truly a very moving display.
We'll have free hotdogs, chips and soda for those in attendance.
We hope to see you there!
About Us
The SEMO Family Violence Council is a non profit agency which offers free alternatives for victims of domestic and/or sexual violence. The SEMO FVC seeks to diminish domestic & sexual violence by providing education and comprehensive services. The agency primarily serves St. Francois, Washington, Iron, Ste. Genevieve and Madison counties, but provides services to victims from all areas.
General Information
If you or someone you know is in need of assistance, call our 24-Hour Crisis Line 1.800.663.9929.
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Date and Time
Wednesday Oct 23, 2013
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM CDT
October 23, 2013
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Location
St. Francois County Court House
1 West Liberty Street
Farmington, MO 63640
Fees/Admission
Free Admission
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Contact Information
Carla Crocker: 573-3583913
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