In recognition of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, the UAB Employee Assistance & Counseling Center (EACC) invites you to light a candle for victims of family and domestic violence, child abuse, intimate partner abuse or elder abuse. Throughout the month of October, honor a loved one touched by domestic violence by leaving a message of support, encouragement or remembrance. Fill out the Light a Candle form below to add your voice to our virtual candlelight vigil.
Now through October 31, 2025, the EACC is collecting toiletry items to benefit the YWCA of Central Alabama's emergency shelters and domestic violence services. Visit go.uab.edu/stopDV for more details on this and other domestic violence events and resources.
This candle is for Candy who stoically handled so much pain, and we didn't even know. I'm glad you're now free from those years and living safely and joyfully. xoxo
— Stacey
To all - you are worthy to be cherished. Your life and your ability to flourish matters. My thoughts are with the men, women, and children who have endured pain when what you deserved was love. Don't walk it alone. Reach out to a trusted friend or support person today.
— Nic
đź’ś To survivors of domestic violence: we see you, we believe you, and we stand with you. Your strength in the face of unimaginable pain is a testament to your courage. You are not alone. For those who lost to domestic violence. Each name, each story, each soul deserves to be honored. Their absence is a call to action, a reminder that silence can be deadly and that love should never hurt. May their memory fuel our commitment to end the cycle of abuse and build a world where safety and dignity are a right, not a privilege.
— Kourtney
Lighting this candle in memory of my mom who was tragically taken away from my sister and I on 2/14/2012. Love should NEVER hurt! Speak up. Reach out. Remember that you are ENOUGH. Safety, healing and hope is waiting for you!!! #EndDV #End the silence
— DeAizha Perry
You are incredibly special, and you deserve to be reminded of that every single day. Your strength, courage, and resilience shine through in all you do. Every sacrifice you’ve made has shaped the beautiful journey you’re on—and it’s nothing short of inspiring.
— Kevin Davis
Today, I honor the memory of my Aunt Shellane L. Green, who tragically lost her life to domestic violence on March 1, 2011. Her life mattered. Her story matters. And she is deeply missed.
This post is not only for her, but for all those who didn’t survive. For every name we know and every name we don’t, your lives were precious. You deserved safety, love, and peace.
Domestic violence is a silent epidemic that affects countless lives. By speaking out, we remember those we’ve lost and stand with those still fighting. If you or someone you know is experiencing abuse, please know that help is available. You are not alone.
Let’s continue to raise awareness, support survivors, and honor the memory of those who should still be here.
#EndDomesticViolence #HonorTheirMemory #ShellaneLGreen #YouAreNotAlone #DVAwareness #SayTheirNames
— Kimberly Smith
Sending a huge hug to all of you — you deserve love, respect, and a life free from abuse.
— Ashriitha
To all who have endured abuse, please remember you are worthy of being treated with kindness, dignity and respect. Your abuser define your self worth. You are lovable and deserve to receive love that is tender and safe.
— Kristina
To survivors and those still enduring: Your strength is seen. Your voice is vital. We stand beside you. We hold you up. You are not alone. đź’ś We remember and honor those who have lost their lives. You are not forgotten.
— Karen
For anyone suffering abuse, you don't deserve it. Reach out for help. I'm wishing you all the strength and courage you need.
— Carey
To all those who haven't yet escaped, you do deserve to be loved better. To those that have escaped, don't look back. To those that have started over, be encouraged, there are brighter days ahead.
— Christal Montgomery
To those who experience domestic violence - you don't deserve it, you are not alone, there are resources for you.
— Anonymous
I am lighting a candle for all of the men, women, and children who have experienced or been exposed to domestic abuse and violence. Know that you matter and you are more than enough.
— Erica Scott
If anyone hasn’t told you in awhile, you have so much value, and you deserve so much more than abusive actions/ words. Find the courage that’s already within you to seek safer relationships ♥️
— Anonymous
I'm lighting a candle to send love and strength to anyone who has been affected by Domestic Violence.
— Carrie M.
To all survivors: your courage is a light in the darkness. You are seen, you are heard, you are loved. May this flame burn with hope and healing.
— Tracey M.
To my mother, who found the strength to walk away. Your quiet bravery taught me what resilience looks like. I light this for you. And to those still in the shadows, please know that you are not alone. There is help.
— Anonymous