In recognition of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, every Wednesday in October, WAVY will highlight five different nonprofit organizations and shelters in the region.

October begins nationwide awareness efforts about how the issue of domestic violence affects individuals and communities in America. YWCA has been hosting events that focus attention on

Catholic Charities is hosting a variety of events throughout the month of October as a part of its campaign to spread awareness of domestic violence in the Southern Tier. October is acknowledged as Domestic Violence Awareness Month to bring to light the prevalence of domestic violence in each community,

Pee Dee Coalition Against Domestic and Sexual Assault brings awareness to domestic abuse during October Domestic Violence Awareness Month.