Domestic Violence Awareness

SUNY Downstate supports survivors of domestic violence and continues its efforts to educate and bring awareness about those who suffer in these situations.

An average of 20 people are physically abused by intimate partners every minute, resulting in more than 10 million abuse victims annually.  We stand in solidarity during Domestic Violence Awareness Month to continue making progress in reducing domestic violence. Statistics indicate that 1 in 4 women and 1 in 7 men have been victims of severe physical violence (e.g., beating, burning, strangling) by an intimate partner in their lifetime.

If you know anyone in a domestic violence situation, please share the resources below with them.

HELP IS AVAILABLE.

National Domestic Violence Hotline

Hours: 24/7. Languages: English, Spanish, and 200+ through interpretation service 

Call 800-799-7233, text START to 88788, or CHAT here.

New York State Office for the Prevention of Domestic Violence

The Office for the Prevention of Domestic Violence (OPDV), created in 1992, is the country’s only executive-level state agency dedicated to the issue of gender-based violence. To talk to an advocate, contact the NYS Domestic and Sexual Violence Hotline, call 800.942.6906, or text 844.997.2121.

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Domestic and Gender-Based Violence Support

NYC 24-Hour Domestic Violence Hotline:
1-800-621-HOPE

Survivors of domestic violence may receive temporary housing, emergency shelter, and supportive services for themselves and their children. All programs provide a safe environment, counseling, advocacy, and referral services.