As Take Back The Night 2023 approaches, it brings with it the importance of continuing to stand together against and to end sexual, relationship and other forms of violence—not just for a night but for a lifetime.
The University community is invited to attend Take Back The Night (TBTN), Wednesday, March 29, 7 p.m.
“Standing with survivors of interpersonal violence is crucial to working to reduce this violence at every level. Too often silence and stigma are weaponized against those who have suffered interpersonal violence.” Helping to raise awareness and lead 2023 events is Daniela Puente ’23, Take Back The Night Planning Committee Chair.
Annually, the University recognizes and participates in TBTN, a global event dedicated to showing support for survivors and victims of, while also raising awareness of and in the pursuit to end sexual, relationship and other forms of violence. Hosted at Hendricks Chapel, all University community members are invited to attend. Registration is not required. The night will include a rally and a march across campus, followed by a speak-out.
“I joined this committee as a survivor who understands firsthand the impact of support and solidarity to healing. I also joined as a public health professional who has learned about how the negative health outcomes of interpersonal violence affect us all,” Puente says. “I want the campus community to know that their support has profound impact on the individuals who have experienced interpersonal violence, as well as the campus community we are all a part of. Preventing interpersonal violence begins and continues with each of us committing to Taking Back The Night today and for the rest of our lifetime.”
University community members are invited to learn more below, encourage others to join and be involved by supporting not just for a night but for a lifetime.
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