SIA's involvement in October 1st projects marks the beginning of an international Day of Unity on behalf of victims of violence. The workplace is an ideal place for women to get information about domestic violence. It is the place where women spend a large part of their lives. It is also, potentially, the place where women can spend the most time away from their abusers. The women's restroom is a private and relatively safe environment where women can feel comfortable picking up the hotline card, which gives the number of the local crisis center.
Domestic violence is a workplace concern.
Domestic violence can result in increased medical expenses, lateness, absenteeism, uneven job performance, and can increase the risk of violence at the workplace. Imagine coming to work after a morning of violence, or ending the workday only to go home each evening to face the stress and the danger of coping with an abusive mate. The Soroptimist Workplace Campaign to End Domestic Violence uses places of business as the focal point for supporting victims while raising awareness that domestic violence is both appropriate and practical as a workplace issue. As a service organization comprised of business and professional women, SIA is uniquely poised to end domestic violence. Please read it.