The CPN House of Hope held their annual Color Fun Run in October to kick off National Domestic Violence Awareness Month. The run was held on Saturday, Oct. 11 at the CPN Festival grounds, and staff at the House of Hope used the opportunity to educate the community on domestic violence. This was the fourth year the organization successfully put together the event. This year, there were over 400 people in attendance. Each year the number of participants has doubled, bringing much needed information to the community.
The 1K race allowed participants to hear from staff about what domestic violence is, who is affected, and what services can be provided to help victims with safety and prevent future abuse. Survivor speaker Tara Currin, of Oklahoma City, spoke about her experience with relationship abuse and how it nearly took her life. Ms. Currin’s words were alarming but impactful.
If you or someone you know is experiencing intimate partner violence, sexual assault, or stalking and would like more information, please contact House of Hope at 405-275-3176 or visit us online at facebook.com/cpnhouseofhope.
