Domestic Violence & Prevention Awareness Month

Published on September 28, 2026

October is Domestic Violence Awareness and Prevention Month. A time to raise awareness and take action to support survivors.

Domestic violence occurs when one partner uses power and control over another, causing physical, emotional or psychological harm. It is a serious public health issue that affects individuals, families and the entire community.

Our community has one of the highest rates of domestic violence in Texas. Law enforcement responds to about seven domestic violence calls every single hour. Because our city has some of the highest rates of this violence in Texas, raising awareness helps build a safer place for all of us.

There are a few ways you can increase awareness and support domestic violence survivors.

Purple Porch SA

Light or decorate your porch in purple to raise awareness about domestic violence and support healing for survivors. San Antonians can show their support by sharing photos on social media using hashtag #PurplePorchSA.

Community Events

Join us throughout October at various community outreach events, engagement opportunities and public health messaging across San Antonio and Bexar County.

October 1: City of San Antonio Proclamation

Domestic Violence Awareness Month

October 8: CCDV Annual Symposium

Time: 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Address:
UTSA Downtown Campus
501 West César E Chávez Blvd.
San Antonio, TX 78207
Directions

October 20: Wear Purple Day

Show support by wearing purple.

Open House Events

Domestic violence affects our whole community. We invite you to visit your nearest open house to meet with crisis advocates and SAPD officers, who will provide resource information.

Wednesday, October 21, 2026: 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Downtown Substation

Address:
2020 North St. Mary's St.
San Antonio, TX 78212
Directions

East Substation

Address:
3635 East Houston St.
San Antonio, TX 78219
Directions

North Substation

NOTE: This event will be held at the Bookhollow Library.
Address:
Brook Hollow Library
530 Heimer Road
San Antonio, TX 78232
Directions

Northwest Substation

Address:
5020 Prue Road
San Antonio, TX 78240
Directions

South Substation

Address:
711 West Mayfield Blvd.
San Antonio, TX 78211
Directions

West Substation

Address:
7000 Culebra Road
San Antonio, TX 78238
Directions

Connecting People with Help

The City of San Antonio passed the Domestic Violence Signage ordinance in October 2023. Under this city law, public places must keep helpful resource signs in their restrooms.

These signs list important contact details for people who need help. Restrooms are private spaces, so these signs give individuals a safe and private way to find support when they need it most. A person experiencing domestic violence can scan a QR code or memorize a phone number to get help.

Domestic violence is increasingly recognized as a public health crisis with deep physical and mental health impacts. Prevention begins with awareness, action, and strong community partnerships.

Domestic violence is increasingly recognized as a public health crisis with deep physical and mental health impacts. Prevention begins with awareness, action, and strong community partnerships.

Call 2-1-1 or 210-227-4357 for help. Call 9-1-1 if it is an emergency.