Knoxville Family Justice Center Announces Slate of Community Events and Survivor-Focused Campaign for Domestic Violence Month
This October, the Knoxville Family Justice Center (KFJC) is proud to lead the community in recognizing Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM) 2025 through a powerful lineup of events, outreach initiatives, and a renewed focus on survivor-centered care.
From educational forums to family-friendly gatherings, KFJC’s October offerings are designed to raise awareness, build partnerships, and empower survivors across Knoxville. KFJC invites the community to participate in a series of impactful events throughout the month, which include:
October 17th, 8:30 a.m. -10 a.m. – United in Faith Breakfast at Ball Camp Baptist Church, 2412 Ball Camp Byington Road Knoxville, TN 37931
KFJC welcomes local faith leaders committed to supporting survivors within their congregations and exploring how spiritual communities can be powerful allies in healing and prevention.
October 17th, 10 a.m.- 2 p.m. – Domestic Violence Awareness Conference at Ball Camp Baptist Church, 2412 Ball Camp Byington Road Knoxville, TN 37931
This educational event features speakers and expert-led discussions on best practices in advocacy, prevention, and systemic responses to domestic violence. This conference was developed in response to a community-wide needs assessment conducted through an ongoing partnership with researchers and providers—including Dr. Kristen Ravi, Dr. Megan Haselschwerdt and KFJC staff—which identified critical training needs for both community members and service providers.
400 Harriet Tubman Street l Knoxville, TN 37915 l crisis line: (865) 521-6336 l fjcknoxville.org
October 25th, 12-2 p.m. – Trunk or Treat: Awareness Through Engagement at Knoxville Family Justice Center, 400 Harriet Tubman Street Knoxville, TN 37915
A festive, family-friendly event combining Halloween fun with a serious purpose—to raise awareness about domestic violence and connect families with local resources. Costumes encouraged!
The October 17th Domestic Violence Awareness Mini-Conference is the latest milestone in a multi-year collaboration between KFJC, UTK, and community partners, which began with a thorough needs assessment to better understand the training and service gaps within Knoxville. This collaborative research effort shaped both the content and structure of the conference, ensuring that the topics presented reflect real-world needs identified by survivors, service providers, and advocates alike.
“These events reflect our deep commitment to making sure every survivor knows they are not alone,” said Michelle Clayton, Executive Director of KFJC. “We’re inviting the community to learn, connect, and take meaningful action.”
Throughout the month, KFJC will also host educational workshops and survivor-centered outreach efforts that reflect our mission to support healing, justice, and long-term safety.
About the Family Justice Center The Knoxville Family Justice Center is a nationally recognized collaborative model that provides wraparound services for survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and elder abuse—all under one roof. Our programs are designed to promote healing, justice, and long-term safety through coordinated care involving law enforcement, legal advocacy, counseling, and community partnerships.
At KFJC, we don’t just respond to crisis—we walk with survivors every step of the way. For more information about the Knoxville Family Justice Center, visit https://fjcknoxville.org.
