As part of Alberta’s commitment to safer communities, this year’s strategy focuses on providing Albertans with an increased awareness of the resources available to them. Radio ads will run during the month highlighting examples of the help people will get when they call the info line. The info line offers help in 170 languages through an interpreter service, which improves access to programs for Albertans affected by family violence, in particular immigrant families. The “Fight Circle” commercial will air on television, and postcards are being mailed to all Alberta homes to raise awareness of the info line. Throughout the month, a number of events are being held around the province to raise awareness of family violence.

Family Violence Prevention Month takes place every November in Alberta. For more information about what you can do to “End the Silence. Stop the Violence,” and to see a listing of events happening across the province visit www.familyviolence.alberta.ca