Domestic violence affects every community. It thrives when we are silent, but if we take a stand and work together, we can end domestic abuse. October is National Domestic Violence Awareness Month, and Rachel Coalition, a division of Jewish Family Service of MetroWest NJ, will join together with the community at its Second Annual Candlelight Vigil on Thursday, October 6, at the Livingston Memorial Oval from 6:30 p.m. until 7:30 p.m. Local community partner organizations, political leadership and clergy will be present to honor the victims and survivors. 

This year marks Rachel Coalition’s 20th anniversary of increasing awareness of domestic abuse issues by advocating for victims and by providing services to address the needs of victims and their families. Throughout the year, Rachel Coalition will be commemorating its 20th anniversary. We hope to see you at one of our education, awareness, volunteer or fundraising events.