HILLSBORO, Ore- The Washington County District Attorney’s Office is partnering with members of the Washington County Family Justice Collaborative to honor Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Taking place every October, the goal is to support survivors of domestic violence in our communities and to show those currently experiencing family and/or intimate partner violence that help is available.

This year, the Washington County Family Justice Collaborative is hosting the second-annual Run for Hope. This family-friendly 5k walk/run takes place Sunday, October 13th at Hillsboro’s Hare Field. It is open to the public and members of the media are invited to attend. More information and registration information can be found here.

Community members are also encouraged to participate in Wear Purple Day on Thursday, October 17th. Wear purple to show your support for family and/or intimate partner violence survivors. Take a selfie or group photo and post it to social media using #WashCoWearsPurple!

For more information about these events and to see resources available to community members, visit our website.