Title IX

The Shoe Project is a presentation sponsored by Women’s Services Inc and the Title IX Office in the Campus Center as part of Domestic Violence Awareness Month. It is intended to immerse individuals in the powerful reality of domestic violence and the impact it has on the lives of victims. Each shoe has an attached story, all of which were inspired by real cases of domestic violence.

We recognize that these stories are impactful, and many who will encounter this display may have their own history. If you are triggered by any of these stories, we encourage you to seek help with any of the resources provided.

The project will be on display in the CC Monday through Wednesday, as a lead-up to “Hands Don’t Hurt,” a discussion about intimate partner violence, put on by Women’s Services Inc. on Wednesday from 7-9 p.m. in the Pelletier Library Collaboratory.

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The Title IX Office and Women’s Services are partnering to host a presentation on dating and intimate partner violence, called “Hands Don’t Hurt”, on Wednesday, October 18. The lecture and discussion will be held in Pelletier Library’s Collaboratory, from 7-9pm, led by Megan Lenherr, a counselor and advocate for Women’s Services. This is the first of four presentations throughout the year, which will discuss intimate partner violence, stalking, sexual assault, and human trafficking.

The event can be followed on Facebook here.

Women’s Services Inc and Alpha Chi Omega are partnering together for the 12th Annual Candlelight Vigil service, to honor the victims of domestic violence and to bring awareness to the issue. This service is part of October’s Domestic Violence Awareness Month, and there will be several speakers, including students sharing personal testimonies. Donations will be collected to support Women’s Services in Meadville.

The event can be followed on Facebook here.