MANSFIELD – The Richland County Domestic Violence Shelter will host “Light of Hope: A Vigil for Healing and Remembrance,” on Wednesday, Oct. 16th from 6-8 p.m. at Reidl Hall on the campus of Ohio State University – Mansfield.
The event is part of the Shelter’s plan to recognize October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month and aims to highlight the issue of domestic violence while also honoring and remembering the lives that have been lost as a result.
Scheduled speakers for the evening include:
- Apostle Renea Collins
- Council Member Aurelio Diaz
- Survivor Glynis Haney
- DV Shelter Board Member Brian Reich
- Commissioner Tony Vero
The event is free to attend, but registration is strongly encouraged. Click here to register.
WHAT: Light of Hope: A Vigil for Healing and Remembrance
WHEN: Wednesday, Oct. 16 2024, from 6-8 p.m.
WHERE: Reidl Hall, OSU-Mansfield
HOW: Click here for registration.
For additional information about the Domestic Violence Shelter, or to coordinate an interview with one of the event speakers or organizers, please contact Colleen Rice, Executive Director, at crice@thedvshelter.com or call (419)-774-5843 ext. 101.
The Domestic Violence Shelter has been aiding and empowering survivors of abuse, violence, and trauma since 1978. The shelter offers survivors comprehensive support services and resources while working to prevent domestic violence, sexual assault, child abuse, and teen dating violence. For immediate assistance, call our 24/7 hotline at 419-774-5840. To learn more about the shelter and how you can support our work visit www.TheDVShelter.com.
