October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month which is signified by the color Purple.

Occurrences in the YK Delta Region happen at a rate 2-3 times higher than the national average and those numbers have increased even more because of the isolation that has come with the pandemic. Please be aware of the following resources of help for victims of domestic violence:  

• Tundra Womens Coalition (TWC) Crisis Line: 907-543-3456 or toll free 1-800-478-7799 Business line: 543-3444

• Bethel PD 1-907-543-3781

• AK State Troopers (Bethel) 1-907-543-2294

• Aniak State Troopers 1-907-675-4459

• Emmonak State Troopers 1-866-949-1303

• ST Mary’s State Troopers 1-907-438-2019

• National Sexual Assault Helpline: 1-800-656-4673 (available 24/7)

• YKHC ER 1-907-543-6395

Please wear purple on Wednesday, October 28 2020 to commemorate Domestic Violence Awareness Month and to honor and remember victims of domestic violence!