National Domestic Violence Awareness Month at Henry Street
By Chelsea Jupin
Staff from Henry Street Settlement’s Transitional and Supportive Housing program
Henry Street’s Transitional and Supportive Housing program hosted an open house in recognition of National Domestic Violence Awareness Month. “The Wall of Silence: An Afternoon at the Gallery” was held on October 26th and gave guests the opportunity to view the works of survivors of domestic violence, enjoy music and snacks and learn more about domestic violence resources.
The room was decorated in purple– the color of Domestic Violence Awareness Month–and the walls were lined with masks painted by survivors, as well as large, poster-sized print-outs of their stories of survival. The Transitional and Supportive Housing staff showed a video, “Love Shouldn’t Hurt”, which included information about domestic violence.
Henry Street operates temporary emergency housing for many situations, including homeless female survivors of domestic violence and their children. Each shelter has a seamlessly integrated, comprehensive on-site social service program that helps residents restore and rebuild their lives while managing their housing crises. The program’s services include case management, and employment and housing search assistance.
