We are helping to educate our workers that their attitudes and behavior can make a difference, that women facing domestic violence can protect themselves and that help is available. Montgomery County joined hundreds of private businesses, public agencies and community organizations this month that collectively employ millions of people in holding informative programs and distribute materials that alert workers to the prevalence and severity of domestic violence. Three years ago this month, Montgomery County launched an unprecedented effort to help the victims through expanded advocacy programs and services to better ensure their safety. Today, we are asking our business community to join us in helping to prevent these crimes by committing its resources to an aggressive public outreach campaign. Nationwide, each year, an estimated four million women are physically abused by their husbands or boyfriends and about 3.3 million children witness violence against their mothers or female caretakers at the hands of a family member.
People tend to look at domestic violence as a family matter.
Domestic violence takes a toll on all of us. Education and intervention, when appropriate, will help prevent future violence. Work to End Domestic Violence Day is organized by the San Francisco-based Family Violence Prevention Fund. October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Fresh Fields Great Harvest Bread Co.