You may see some purple hands in business windows across the city, and they're there to raise awareness for Purple Thursday.
Today, October 19th, The Northwest Metis Council, in conjunction with the Dauphin Neighborhood Renewal Corporation went to local establishments to raise awareness of the impact of gender-based violence on communities.
Purple Thursday is meant to acknowledge brain injuries and the causes of them. Vice President Frances Chartrand thinks it important to show how common they can be in intimate abusive relationships, and also that there is help for the people that need it.
"I think that people have to understand that there is help out there. There are some people in some situations that they want to get out of, and we want to assist them. T here's some resources that we can bring to the community that can assist and educate the people that are experiencing this violence in relationships."
Chartrand also says that for those who find themselves in these abusive situations, there is help and support available.Thank you to everyone who participated in the "Paint the Town Purple" event. As always your support is greatly appreciated, and makes all the difference as we strive for a healthy, safe, and united community. #MétisNationHomeland #NorthwestRegion #RedRiverMétis
Posted by Northwest Métis Council Inc. - Manitoba Métis Federation on Thursday, October 19, 2023
