Department of Family Services – Domestic and Sexual Violence Services

CONTACT INFORMATION: Monday–Friday 8 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
703-324-5730 TTY 711
12011 Government Center Parkway, Pennino Building, Floor 7, Suite 740
Fairfax, VA 22035
Keesha Coke
Director

February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month

exit website button circle  SAFETY ALERT – If you are in danger, call or text 911.


February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month

Dating violence is a pattern of harmful behaviors that can be used to exert power and control over a dating partner. This can happen in different ways, including physical violence, emotional and verbal violence, sexual violence, financial control and digital violence. Many teens experience some form of intimate partner violence even before graduating from high school.

The purpose of Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month is to raise public awareness about the impact of dating violence on youth, educate young people about healthy relationships, and encourage the community to get involved to disrupt cycles of violence among teens. 

Learn more about teen dating violence and how Fairfax County is observing Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month. To help raise awareness through social media, go to the Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month Community Engagement Toolkit.


Teen Advocates Art GalleryTeen Advocates Art Gallery
Thursday, Feb. 6, 2025
6-8 p.m.
Minnie H. Peyton Community Center at Bailey’s 
5920-A Summers Lane
Falls Church, VA 22041


Join the Fairfax County Teen Advocates as they host an art gallery observing Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month. This event, which will feature interactive art stations, food, and more, is free and open to Fairfax County teenagers and their families. Questions? Email Debra Miller or Nora Nieto


man and woman wearing orange#OrangeOut for Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month
Tuesday, Feb. 11, 2025 

Orange Out to raise awareness about Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month. 


Have questions or need help?

  • Domestic and Sexual Violence 24-Hour Hotline 703-360-7273
  • Domestic Violence Action Center 703-246-4573 
  • Domestic and Sexual Violence Services Main Office 703-324-5730 
  • If the threat is immediate, call 911.

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