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- Organize a location. Approach a church, business or organization you have a relationship with. Or, try a local park. You may need to get a permit.
- When you have a time and place organized, send a press release to your local papers and newsletters. Make sure to send it to us and we will put it in our newsletter.
- Do you want a practioner to talk about services available to people in domestic violence situations? Find a local service organization, like the Domestic Violence Resource Center, in your area to have a representative available at the vigil.
- Do you want a speaker for your vigil? Try asking local politicians, clergy, or other involved community leaders who are informed about the issue of domestic violence. Even if it's not a fit for your local politicians, clergy members, and other community leaders, you might consider sending them an invitation to attend.
- Depending on the size of your vigil, you may need to rent a sound system or canopy.
- If you choose to order candles or ribbons you can order a Vigil Kit through the Domestic Violence Resource Center. Each vigil is different, depending on the focus and who is attending. Some vigils have as a focus the lighting of candles, which is usually accompanied by a moment of silence or prayer. You can also include messages of hope and inspiration from community members and domestic violence survivors.
- Consider handing out flyers with ways for people to get involved after the vigil concludes, and important contact information of agencies that help survivors.
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