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

• Emotional manipulation
• Verbal degradation
• Financial control
• Sexual coercion
• Psychological intimidation

Far too often, survivors suffer quietly. They may feel ashamed, trapped, or fearful of retaliation. Some may even feel they have nowhere to go — or no one who would believe them.

That’s what makes symbols like the purple porch light so powerful. They offer visibility. A subtle but strong reminder that someone is watching, someone cares, and someone will help.

How the Purple Light Movement Began

The movement gained momentum through campaigns such as “Purple Light Nights”, which started as a grassroots effort to raise awareness during Domestic Violence Awareness Month in October. The idea was simple: ask community members to install purple lights on their porches as a sign of solidarity.

But it didn’t stop there.

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