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CARE at Purdue Sexual and Relationship Violence Support and Prevention Programming
Duhme Hall, Room 139

Intimate partner violence is not a private issue that exists behind closed doors. It affects people across communities, ...
10/30/2026

Intimate partner violence is not a private issue that exists behind closed doors. It affects people across communities, and prevention requires all of us to understand what violence looks like, challenge behaviors that contribute to it, and support those experiencing it.

Source: Black, M. C., Basile, K. C., Breiding, M. J., Smith, S. G., Walters, M. L., Merrick, M. T., Chen, J., & Stevens, M. R. (2011). The National Intimate Partner and Sexual Violence Survey (NISVS): 2010 summary report. National Center for Injury Prevention and Control, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. https://stacks.cdc.gov/view/cdc/11637

Supporting someone impacted by interpersonal violence can feel overwhelming — but your response matters.Here are a few s...
10/28/2026

Supporting someone impacted by interpersonal violence can feel overwhelming — but your response matters.

Here are a few steps to help you show that you care:
âś… Ask them what they need rather than assume what is best for them.
âś… Be an active listener.
âś… Refer them to resources.
âś… Validate their feelings.

You don’t have to have all the answers — just being there is a powerful first step. 💜

A reminder about our Paws for Purple event! Join CARE for therapy dogs, healthy relationship discussions, and learning a...
10/27/2026

A reminder about our Paws for Purple event! Join CARE for therapy dogs, healthy relationship discussions, and learning about resources available for yourself and others while honoring Domestic Violence Awareness Month.

~ October 28, 2026 | 2-4 PM ~
~~ Purdue LGBTQ+ Center ~~

Join us for our second Smash Bash event of the semester! This time, we focus on smashing domestic violence, including in...
10/21/2026

Join us for our second Smash Bash event of the semester! This time, we focus on smashing domestic violence, including information of bystander intervention and prevention strategies, resources for those impacted by Domestic Violence, and ways to help support survivors.

October 28th | 6:30 to 7:30 PM
Location: Krach Lawn

Take a break from midterms and the stress of campus life to spend some time with some four legged friends! Join CARE to ...
10/21/2026

Take a break from midterms and the stress of campus life to spend some time with some four legged friends! Join CARE to relax with therapy dogs, learn about healthy relationships, and discover resources for supporting yourself and others in a safe space in honor of Domestic Violence Awareness Month.

~ October 28, 2026 | 2-4 PM ~
~~ Purdue LGBTQ+ Center ~~

Some forms of violence carry risks that may not be immediately visible.Knowing the risks helps us take survivors’ experi...
10/16/2026

Some forms of violence carry risks that may not be immediately visible.

Knowing the risks helps us take survivors’ experiences seriously and respond with care.

Source: Campbell, J. C., Webster, D., Koziol-McLain, J., Block, C. R., Campbell, D., Curry, M. A., Gary, F., McFarlane, J., Sachs, C., Sharps, P., Ulrich, Y., & Wilt, S. A. (2003). Assessing risk factors for intimate partner homicide. NIJ Journal, (250), 14–19.https://www.ncjrs.gov/pdffiles1/jr000250e.pdf

Awareness is the first step toward prevention, so let's use Domestic Violence Awareness Month as a chance to learn more ...
10/14/2026

Awareness is the first step toward prevention, so let's use Domestic Violence Awareness Month as a chance to learn more about domestic violence and what we all can do to support those impacted.

Together we can create a culture where survivors are believed, supported, and safe. đź’ś

CARE’s IPV Summit brings Purdue students and community professionals together for an evening of career exploration, netw...
10/13/2026

CARE’s IPV Summit brings Purdue students and community professionals together for an evening of career exploration, networking, and connection across fields related to interpersonal violence.

Meet professionals from fields like law, law enforcement, nursing and healthcare, social services, advocacy, prevention, and more. Explore career and internship opportunities, build your professional network, and hear from community experts through engaging presentations.

Whether you know exactly where you’re headed or are still figuring it out, come connect with professionals, discover new possibilities, and learn how your career can intersect with this important work.

October 20th
1:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Stewart Center 2nd Floor

Come for the connections. Stay for the possibilities.

10/10/2026

Thank you to everyone who attended our 4th annual Honor Walk for Domestic Violence Awareness Month. We appreciate you taking time out of your day to honor and recognize those impacted by domestic violence, both surviving and those who were lost. We hope to continue to bring awareness to domestic violence not only this month, but all year round.

Shine a light in the darkness. 🕯️

What does dating abuse actually look like?It isn’t always obvious. Abuse can be physical, but it can also look like cont...
10/09/2026

What does dating abuse actually look like?

It isn’t always obvious. Abuse can be physical, but it can also look like controlling who someone sees, monitoring their phone, isolating them from friends, repeatedly crossing boundaries, or making them feel afraid to say no.

Source: Knowledge Networks. (2011, June 9). 2011 College dating violence and abuse poll: Topline report. Liz Claiborne.https://www.loveisrespect.org/pdf/College_Dating_And_Abuse_Final_Study.pdf

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