Upcoming Events

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PADV's Annual Candlelight Vigil

Each October, PADV's Annual Candlelight Vigil brings our community together to honor the lives lost to domestic violence, stand with survivors, and renew our commitment to ending abuse. Through remembrance, reflection, and hope, we shine a light on those we have lost while inspiring action toward a future free from domestic violence.

 

*This is a free event; however, registration is required for all attendees.*

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PADV's Annual Candlelight Vigil

SAVE THE DATE: Women in Action: Together, We Protect will bring together community leaders, advocates, professionals, and changemakers for an important conversation about the evolving ways technology is being used to abuse, control, and target victims. From cyberstalking and online harassment to AI-generated content and other emerging threats, this year’s event will explore abuse in a digital world and what it will take for our communities to rise to meet the challenge. Together, we’ll increase awareness, strengthen our response, and empower individuals and organizations to take action in support of survivors.

Past Events

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DV Clinical Experience

PADV’s DV Mental Health Clinical Experience: Rooted in Compassion brought together clinicians, counselors, social workers, and other helping professionals for a half-day of learning, connection, and professional development. Through expert-led sessions and practical insights, participants deepened their understanding of domestic violence, explored trauma-informed approaches, and gained valuable tools to better support survivors on their journey toward safety and healing. The experience strengthened our collective response to domestic violence and equipped those on the front lines with knowledge and resources to create lasting impact for individuals and families in our community.

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Hearts with Hope Gala:

Rooted In Courage

PADV's 37th Annual Hearts with Hope Gala brought together supporters for an inspiring evening rooted in courage and compassion. Guests enjoyed dinner, silent and live auctions, and the moving Purple Heart Award presentation honoring a survivor's strength and resilience, all while raising critical funds to provide safety, healing, and hope for survivors of domestic violence.

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Women In Action:

Rooted In Community

PADV's 11th Annual Women in Action Forum celebrated the theme, Rooted in Community: The Power of Community in the Fight Against Domestic Violence.

Attendees enjoyed a delicious breakfast, boutique shopping, and an inspiring discussion highlighting how connection, collaboration, and compassion strengthen our collective impact. Together, we honored the power of community to create safety, hope, and lasting change for survivors and their families.

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Legacy of Hope:

50th Anniversary Celebration

Legacy of Hope: PADV's 50th Anniversary Celebration was an unforgettable evening dedicated to honoring PADV’s five decades of commitment to empowering survivors and fostering a community free of domestic violence. This special event, “The Legacy Lives On,” will brought together past clients, partners, board members, CEOs, and supporters to celebrate PADV’s journey and recognize the collective impact made possible through community partnerships.

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