Office of Domestic Violence Strategies

06/14/2026

Domestic abuse can happen to anyone – and getting information in your own language is important. Check out and share this new video in Mandarin Chinese:
https://youtu.be/wZwXokgdIlg?si=kXVZm3Ejba2Q4hCv

家庭虐待是指亲密关系中的一方为了获得对另一方的权力和控制而使用的一种行为模式。家庭虐待通常包括暴力。它有时也被称为“家庭暴力”或“亲密...

06/11/2026

Domestic abuse can happen to anyone – and it’s important to find information in your own language. Watch and share this video in Haitian Creole:
https://youtu.be/mnvLlsyn_OM?si=Qa3qtId7zNQ2XmeB

Nan videyo sa a aprann:Ki sa ki abi domestik?Ki jan abi ka sanble...

06/11/2026

Due to extremely hot conditions, the Philadelphia Department of Public Health has issued a Heat Health Emergency beginning today, June 11 at 11:00 a.m., and ending Friday, June 12 at 8:00 p.m.

Please check on neighbors and loved ones, especially the elderly. Learn more about the services that will be available: https://ow.ly/Vm7J50PmaUO

06/10/2026

June is Gun Violence Awareness Month: here's what's happening in Philly

06/08/2026

Register for tomorrow's webinar: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_SIrSzW4LTpy_ICqLOUXkpg

As Philadelphia prepares to welcome an unprecedented number of visitors for FIFA World Cup 2026, and other major summer events, the Office of the Victim Advocate and the Office of DV Strategies are hosting this webinar with information and resources related to human trafficking awareness and prevention.

Register : https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_SIrSzW4LTpy_ICqLOUXkpg

06/03/2026

06/02/2026

As Philadelphia prepares to welcome an unprecedented number of visitors for FIFA World Cup 2026, and other major summer events, the Office of the Victim Advocate and the Office of DV Strategies are hosting this webinar with information and resources related to human trafficking awareness and prevention.

Register : https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_SIrSzW4LTpy_ICqLOUXkpg

06/01/2026

Are you based in Philly? Have you experienced domestic abuse while caring for a pet? Shared Safety wants to hear from you! Complete this anonymous survey for a chance to win a $50 visa gift card! The information you choose to share will be used to inform trainings regarding domestic violence and pets in Philadelphia.

Survey: https://forms.office.com/r/D5VY2N7N9g

05/18/2026

Due to extremely hot temperatures, the City has declared a Code Red starting today, May 18 at noon until 8 p.m. on Wednesday, May 20, 2026.
If you see someone who's living or sleeping outside in the heat, call Homeless Street Outreach at (215) 232-1984.

When it's very hot, the City provides additional services for people who are homeless.

05/06/2026

Mark your calendar and join Philly Loves Families for this free education series! Classes begin Thursday, May 14, at 1:00 p.m. on Zoom.

Register here: https://bit.ly/HealthyStartRegistration