Ways to brings Awareness to Teen Dating Violence:

Participate in Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month: You can raise awareness by participating in Teen Dating Violence Awareness and Prevention Month. Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month (TDVAM) is a month-long campaign dedicated to raising awareness about teen dating abuse. Every February, young people and their loved ones join together across the country for a national effort to raise awareness about the issue of teen dating violence.

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Talk about it: Even just talking about it is bringing awareness to this issue. Talking about the statistics and your experience will have a major impact on others. We want youth and the adults in their lives to talk about their experiences in caring, supportive, and real ways. Young people and those who support them can engage in meaningful conversations about healthy relationships and navigate behaviors that may be unhealthy or even abusive to raise awareness.

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Practice self-care: Self-care is incredibly important for all our health, but not everyone knows what is or how to start. One first step to take is to start a self-care checklist! You can customize your self-care plan to fit your own needs and personality.

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Use your platforms & influence: Every day is a good day to spread awareness about teen dating violence, but during TDVAM, it’s especially important to add your voice.

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Get educated and teach others: Learn the warning signs of dating abuse, all kinds not just physical abuse. Get educated on the characteristics of a healthy teen relationship. Share what you've learned with others. 

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Get involved: Getting involved even if you don’t have a lot of resources – an information table, classroom discussion, or school announcement can get the conversation started.