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Iowa Coalition Against Domestic Violence
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We support a statewide network of 23 victim service provider agencies, connect survivors with the assistance they need, and advocate for policy and community transformation to make Iowa a safer place for everyone.

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Safe communities build bright futures. Your support makes this work possible. 💜 Pledge a gift today at icadv.org. #icadv #supportsurivors #givingtuesday
December 2, 2025 at 8:39 PM
Nov. is National Gratitude Month, and we are celebrating the advocates who make safety, healing, and justice possible across Iowa! Every day, advocates stand beside survivors, listen without judgment, and help build safer communities. This month, join us in saying:THANK YOU, ADVOCATES!
November 5, 2025 at 5:10 PM
Deadline Today! Applications for the Alice Barton Scholarship Program close TONIGHT! Recipients will receive $2,000 scholarships available to support tuition, books, childcare, transportation, and more. Apply ASAP at icadv.org/alice-barton....
November 3, 2025 at 3:01 PM
💜 Final week of #DVAM2025. In 2002, ICADV helped win a class-action lawsuit against DeCoster Farms — protecting immigrant women workers from harassment and abuse. #40YearsStrong #WithSurvivors
October 27, 2025 at 2:49 PM
Only 2 Weeks Left to Apply! $2,000 scholarships will be awarded through the Alice Barton Scholarship Program to help cover portions of tuition, books, childcare, transportation, and more. Apply Today: www.icadv.org/alice-barton-scholarship-program. #WithSurvivors #Every1KnowsSome1 #DVAM #DVAM2025
October 21, 2025 at 6:50 PM
💜🔥 Today is #PurpleThursday! Wear purple, honor survivors, and stand with us to end domestic violence. Every voice matters. #EndDV #WearPurpleDay
October 16, 2025 at 4:41 PM
A federal court has blocked unlawful restrictions on health & housing grants, protecting vital services for survivors, LGBTQ+ youth & unhoused communities. Housing, health & safety are fundamental rights! Full PR: shorturl.at/xlVuo
October 15, 2025 at 4:36 PM
Join us for our Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) Altar at the Iowa State Capitol on Oct. 18, 2025, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Bring a photo or memento to honor lives lost to domestic violence. Together, we remember and stand for safety across Iowa. Learn more: www.icadv.org/dvam. #withsurvivors #dvam2025
October 14, 2025 at 3:32 PM
💜 Get Your Purple On! This #PurpleThursday (Oct. 16), wear purple, honor survivors, & raise awareness for ending domestic violence. Share your look with #DVAM2025 and show survivors they are seen, supported & not alone! Learn more: icadv.org/dvam. #WithSurvivors #DVAM #Every1KnowsSOme1 #icadv
October 13, 2025 at 5:06 PM
✨ 40 Years Strong | Year 2000

ICADV was part of a statewide effort that led to then-Iowa Gov. Vilsack recording PSAs addressing men about violence against women. The campaign helped elevate conversations about men’s responsibility in ending violence & promoting respect & safety for everyone.
October 8, 2025 at 6:13 PM
Ahead of #DVAM, we have released our Iowa Domestic Violence Homicide Fact Sheet, highlighting key trends & lives lost to DV: 52% increase in homicides; 88 Iowans killed; 65% with a firearm. Full analysis: shorturl.at/7UfTR #DVAM2025 #ICADV #WithSurvivors #CallforUnity
September 30, 2025 at 5:45 PM
7 Days until The Rad Run: 40 Years Strong! 5K run/walk/stroll, food and drink trucks, LIVE music, contests, and more! Kids 12 and under FREE with a paid adult registration! Register at: icadv.org/radrun. #radrun #icadv #40yearsstrong #catchdsm #Ilovethe80s
September 21, 2025 at 4:32 PM
🌟🕶️ LABOR DAY SPECIAL — TOTALLY RAD DEAL! 🕶️The RAD Run is just 1 month away! 🎉 Register NOW thru Sept. 1 for only $20 💾👟💜👉 icadv.org

#TheRADRun #LaborDaySpecial #LikeTotallyRad #40YearsStrong
August 28, 2025 at 7:01 PM
🕶️👟🎽 CALLING ALL RAD VOLUNTEERS! 🎽👟🕶️

Help us rock The RAD Run: 40 Years Strong 5K on Sept. 28! 💜

Thanks to @RAYGUNshirts, every volunteer scores a FREE T-shirt! 🙌✨

👉 Sign up: shorturl.at/OeVtT

Costumes encouraged. Good vibes guaranteed.

#RADRun5K #ThatsRAD #40YearsStrong
August 25, 2025 at 7:30 PM
Thank you, Ben Lynch Law! We’re proud to spotlight them as a Mixtape Cassette Course Sponsor for the RAD Run: 40 Years Strong!

Voted Des Moines’ BEST Law Firm, their dedication to clients + community helps make this event possible.

👉 Register, volunteer, or sponsor: www.icadv.org/radrun
August 22, 2025 at 4:39 PM