Why More Porch Lights Are Turning Purple — And What It Really Means

Purple represents not just the suffering that survivors have endured, but the resilience it takes to reclaim their lives. It’s a color of bravery. A color of truth. And when it’s shining from a front porch, it becomes a public stand against abuse.

Domestic Violence: A Crisis That Hides in Plain Sight

Domestic violence isn’t always easy to spot.

It doesn’t only happen in broken homes or unfamiliar neighborhoods. It can exist anywhere — behind the most manicured lawns and the most polished smiles. It affects people regardless of age, race, gender, income, or background.

And it’s not just physical violence.

Domestic abuse includes:

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