Violence in all its forms undermines our quality of life. Because violence reaches into our cities and towns, our schools, our homes, and our work places, it affects all of us. No matter where we live, violence and fear have become part of our everyday lives. To change this we need to take action against violence. We can all work to make life without violence a reality. Planned activities Monday, October 20th The Pledge Against Violence and share your stories-YWCA Skywalk Victims of abuse in prison presented by Teama McGregor 11am to 12pm Effects of domestic violence on children in shelters presented by Aaliyah Mujahid 12pm-1pm Tuesday, October 21st Photo I.D. Clinic Workshops: How domestic violence affects children presented by Adrienne Parker 11am-12pm Art Therapy with children presented by Jean Hume 12pm-1pm "When I get mad I draw" art contest open to children between the ages of 3 and 16 Wednesday , October 22nd Workshops: Domestic violence pertaining to women Guest speakers from the Family Violence center 11am-2pm Thursday, October 23rd Girls United Against Violence Junior High school (Meredith) Friday, October 24th Girls United Against Violence High School (Roosevelt)

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