October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month

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Public Awareness Campaign

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, and the Richmond Development and Housing Authority (RRHA) is using the month to raise awareness about domestic violence and the protections available to people living in RRHA-assisted housing.

Zero-Tolerance

RRHA is committed to maintaining a safe and secure living environment that is free from discrimination and harassment for all applicants, residents, and voucher holders. The agency maintains a zero-tolerance policy regarding domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking, and wants residents to know that they have options and resources when they need help.

RRHA also fully complies with the protections mandated by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) regarding resident reporting of discrimination and harassment by agency staff, and these protections are formally reflected in RRHA’s agency policies and procedures.   

Domestic Violence Claims

Public housing residents and voucher holders are encouraged to report concerns about discrimination and harassment by RRHA staff or contractors directly to RRHA management. Depending on the nature of the claim, a report may be addressed under one or more of the following provisions below.

RRHA provides housing accommodations when claims are made, and emergency transfers are executed for households related to domestic violence.

VAWA Resources

• YMCA of Richmond: visit ywcarichmond.org or call (804) 643-6761
• Safe Habor: visit safeharborshelter.com or call (804) 249-9470
• Richmond Victims Witness Services: visit rva.gov/commonwealths-attorney/victim-witness or call (804) 646-7665
• National Domestic Violence Hotline: call 1-800-799-SAFE (7233)

Learn about the 2026 Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM) #WithSurvivors campaign to see how you can help spread awareness.