Atlanta Says NO MORE
Mayor Andre Dickens and the Mayor’s Office of Violence Reduction are committed to promoting proactive efforts to shift the cultural rules, norms, and constructs that support domestic violence and support the health and well-being of individuals, families, communities, and institutions.
This commitment aligns with our values as people who care deeply about creating a society free from violence and suffering. We stand together in this effort, united by our shared dreams of a better world and our determination to make those dreams a reality.
Through the Mayor’s initiatives, we aim to foster a culture that values empathy, compassion, and justice. Together, we can build a future where every person is respected, supported, and safe.
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The City of Atlanta has seen a spike in domestic violence incidents in 2024
674 TOTAL INCIDENTS AS OF WEEK 18
12 HOMICIDES DOMESTIC IN NATURE
76 ADDITIONAL INCIDENTS FROM SAME TIMEFRAME A YEAR AGO
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Domestic violence impacts millions of people each year, but it can be prevented. It requires the collective voice and power of individuals, families, institutions, and systems – each contributing their “one thing” to transform our communities.
Awareness + Action = Social Change
The action component of this equation is a natural extension of the awareness and education opportunities that individuals and communities are engaged in throughout the year. By integrating action steps, no matter how small, we can build our communities’ capacity to take the lead in changing social and cultural norms that support domestic violence.
‘Do 1 Thing’ is about harnessing the momentum of our movements, especially at their critical points of intersection, by calling people to specific and direct collective actions informed by the communities most directly impacted.
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Examples of Do 1 Thing
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Talk to my loved ones about violence and oppression |
Learn more about how my workplace policies impact survivors of abuse |
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Create a culture of consent in my home |
Reach out to my local domestic violence program to learn how I can help |
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Speak out when I notice microaggressions |
Learn about anti-violence policies and programs at local schools |
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Use social media to raise awareness among my peers |
Organize an informational meeting at church and invite my local domestic violence program |
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Host a “lunch and learn” at my office on topics related to domestic violence prevention |
Tell someone they matter |
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Listen to and validate a survivor of trauma |
Be available |
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Know the signs |
Don’t ignore it |
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Lend an ear |
Check in regularly |
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Share my story (publicly or just with a single trusted loved one) |
Take Collective Action
Examples of Collective Actions
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Community organizing: Human rights demonstrations, gatherings, or protests |
Neighborhood canvassing |
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Healing together: Community healing circles and spaces |
Building restoration/clean-up |
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Learning through storytelling and the arts |
Youth mentoring |
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Discussion groups |
Youth organizing and activism |
Advancing Atlanta Social Change
Each of our “one things” and collective actions are critical to the story of our movement. While each may be unique and personal, when woven together, they create a strong foundation for the Atlanta we imagine. When our “one things” are put into action, they become concrete steps on the pathway to social change. Building that pathway is an investment we make together.
Domestic Violence Resources
This is an ever-expanding list. If you wish to be included, please contact us at MOVRATL@AtlantaGa.Gov.
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