Rockland County, NY — In honor of Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM), the Center for Safety & Change, together with hundreds of survivors, advocates, and community supporters, will lead the 4th Annual Shine the Light Solidarity Bridge Walk on Thursday, October 16, 2025.

This powerful event will bring together organizations including local law enforcement, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.® Pi Iota Omega Chapter AWAKE, Hope’s Door, Moms Demand Action, My Sisters’ Place, Pace Women’s Justice Center, Putnam Northern Westchester Women’s Resource Center, and Actress, Author & Survivor April Hernandez Castillo, among others.

The walk will begin promptly at 12:00 PM from both the Rockland and Westchester sides of the Mario M. Cuomo Bridge aka The Tappan Zee Bridge, with participants meeting in the center for a special ceremony of solidarity, remembrance, and hope. The gathering starts at 11:30 a.m. on both ends.

Meeting Location (Rockland side):
Path entrance at Franklin Street & Clinton Avenue in Nyack (street parking available).

Why We Walk

Domestic violence affects millions globally:

• 1 in 3 women experience physical or sexual violence by an intimate partner.

• 1 in 15 children are exposed to domestic violence in the home.

• The CDC reports over $727 million in lost productivity and nearly 8 million lost workdays annually due to domestic violence in the U.S. alone.

By joining this walk, we not only raise awareness, but also honor victims, celebrate survivors, and stand united for change.

How You Can Help

• Wear purple to show your support.

• Spread the word using #ShineTheLight2025.

• Visit  www.centerforsafetyandchange.org for more information or to get involved.

Together, we can shine a light on domestic violence and work toward a safer, more just future for all.