05/08/2026
Along with RAACA Erie PA , we were deeply honored to es**rt key members of the Gabby Petito Foundation , Nichole and Jim Schmidt and Tara Petito into the PurpleOne Conference on Domestic Violence. 💜🟣
Moments like this remind us that our missions are tightly woven together. Nearly half of domestic violence situations involve homes where children are present, and far too often, those children are seeing or hearing the unthinkable. In fact, about 1 in 4 children will be exposed to family violence in their lifetime—a reality we cannot ignore.
Where there is domestic violence, children are more than bystanders. They carry the weight of what happens behind closed doors, and that impact can last a lifetime. By raising awareness, supporting survivors, and standing united, we’re not just responding—we’re working to break cycles before they continue.
Because protecting children starts with protecting the homes they grow up in. 💜💙
We witnessed the powerful story of a beautiful soul whose time on earth was cut short far too soon from some of those who knew her best and continue to fight in her name in the hopes that other families don't have to experience their pain. 🪽
We received powerful information on how first responders, medical professionals, educators, and the community as a whole can better prevent and respond to domestic violence and why domestic violence doesn't always look like one may think. 🚩
Thank you from the bottom of our hearts to all the organizers and presenters of yesterday's conference for allowing us to participate in such a powerful and important day.
If you are experiencing domestic violence, help is available by contacting the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 800-799-7233.