On Twitter, post a message like this:

Ending Domestic Violence Starts with You - sign the pledge today! http://ow.ly/wJOt #AXO #DVA #charitytuesday

OR

Together we can bring hope to women around the world http://ow.ly/wJOt
 #AXO #DVA #charitytuesday

On facebook,

use one of the tweets above as your status

OR

post a link directly to the video  https://secure.pursuantgroup.net/pursuant4/alphachiomega/2009/domesticviolence/default.asp?tpgid=0&shareid=13062700

or post the text of the pledge (or a portion of it) with a link to the video

I have the right to be treated with respect.

To know me will be to experience a voice that is respectful. 

I recognize that relationship abuse is a problem and commit to stand strong in the courage 
of my convictions. I will not be silent. 

I pledge to educate myself and others about the causes and forms of domestic violence. 

I will talk with my friends, family and loved ones about healthy relationships. 

I will lead by example and teach that strength, confidence, and worth come from within. On 
the one hand, I will inspire. In turn, I will be inspired. 

I commit to helping build a community that does not tolerate violence. 

I acknowledge that all people deserve to live in a safe and loving environment. 

I accept the challenge to become part of the solution. Ending domestic violence 
starts with me. 

[You can also use the "share video" button on the bottom right of screen to post the video to your blog or to various social media sites!]

On email, send a link to this post, and be sure to share the video and the pledge with your friends, family members and Alpha Chi Omega sisters. 

Thank you all for your participation each week and for making a difference for domestic violence awareness!

P.S. Thank you @craftsquatch (via @mashable) for the cute social media pillow graphics - check out Craftsquatch's Etsy Store http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=6956228

We're so proud of our Alpha Chi Omega collegians at Case Western Reserve University for their efforts to end domestic violence! In addition to the events below, they'll be hosting their raffle and bake sale – if you can bake please let Jennifer (jmm83@case.edu) know. MTM contributed 5 $15 itunes gift cards for the raffle; lots of local restaurants and vendors have donated gift cards and other goodies too!

Monday 10/26

Self-Defense Class at Thwing 6-8pm

Co-sponsored by the Case Taekwondo Club

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=174920269608&index=1

Tuesday 10/27

Wear Purple Day (everywhere, all day) – we can all do this!

Sisters will be passing out purple ribbons in KSL (library) and Thwing from 11am-2pm

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=177649527160&index=1

Wednesday 10/28

Hidden Voices Candlelight Vigil at KSL Oval

Co-sponsored by the University Programming Board

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=159814071044&index=1

Thursday 10/29

DVA Luminaries at KSL Oval all day

Co-sponsored by Panhellenic Council

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=163972685950&index=1

Friday 10/30

5^th Annual DVA Week Kickball Tournament (evening)

Frieberger Field

If you’d like to send them a note wishing them luck, telling them they rock, or sending some cookies, please write the chapter president at the AXO House (11421 Bellflower, Cleveland, OH 44106).

Official poster:

On Twitter, post a message like this:

Saluting Men Working to End Violence Against Women: http://ow.ly/vkT9 #DVA #AXO #charitytuesday

OR

Patrick Stewart shares his personal experience with domestic violence http://ow.ly/vkT9 #DVA #AXO #charitytuesday

OR

Help us salute men who are making a difference for domestic violence awareness http://ow.ly/vkT9
#DVA #AXO #charitytuesday

On facebook,

use one of the tweets above as your status

OR

post a link to one of the resources in the Saluting Men blog post with a note about how/why you appreciate their efforts:

- Patrick Stewart video on youtube: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SPzVUGE3dds

- Joe Torre video: http://www.joetorre.org/SystemImages/joetorre.swf

- Jason Witten: http://www.jasonwitten82.com/ssp/foundation

- Founding Fathers http://www.founding-fathers.org/index.php?title=Founding+Fathers+Talk&page=fftalk

On email, send a link to this post. 

Thanks for your participation and for making a difference for domestic violence awareness!

P.S. Thank you @craftsquatch (via @mashable) for the cute social media pillow graphics - check out Craftsquatch's Etsy Store http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=6956228

We salute

- our partners and friends who cannot imagine deliberately hurting another person;

- men who are breaking the cycle of violence after growing up as a witness to it;

- men who work in local law enforcement and those who support their local shelters and agencies;

- actors, sports stars/teams who use their celebrity to promote positive action; and

- programs designed to help men and boys grow and develop in positive ways

We'll share some examples; we encourage you to add your favorites in the comment section below!

At MTM, we've long admired Joe Torre, manager of the LA Dodgers, for his work providing children and teens a safe haven and his bravery in sharing his personal story of growing up in a home with domestic violence. He's featured on our Watch, Listen, See DVA page and we encourage you to check our his charity Margaret's Place. 

We recently discovered actor Patrick Stewart shared his story of growing up with domestic violence with Amnesty International. 

Entire MLB teams get behind the cause, hosting End Domestic Violence days at their ballparks. On July 3rd, 2009, the Washington Nationals partnered with Becky's Fund to Strike Out Domestic Violence. On September 5, 2009, the Cleveland Indians & the Indians Wives Association sponsored a unique in-game auction to raise funds for the Domestic Violence Center. 

Pro-Bowl Tight End Jason Witten of the Dallas Cowboys is an advocate working with domestic violence shelters and agencies: "Witten started 2008 by launching the Jason Witten SCOREkeepers program, a unique initiative placing full-time, trained male mentors in battered women’s shelters throughout Texas. The mentors seek to demonstrate positive male behavior to the children living in these shelters in an effort to break the cycle of violence that plagues families affected by abuse." 

A few of our favorite programs:

Family Violence Prevention Fund Founding Fathers see especially their Founding Fathers Talk page for videos from Matt Lauer, Russell Simmons, and 8 other celebrity men. See also the FVPF Coaching Boys Into Men initiative, and their Give Respect campaign, in which Alpha Chi Omega is proud to be a partner.

Men's Network Against Domestic Violence is FVPF's partner in Coaching Men Into Boys.

Another great item (thank you Cause Shoppe) that benefits domestic violence awareness programs (Alpha Chi Omega's national philanthropy).

mark Glow Baby Glow Hook Up Lip Gloss in m.powerment shades!

Net proceeds go to m.powerment fund (part of the Avon Foundation)

"Glistening shine, sheer color and minty freshness all in one. Lips stay smooth and moisturized, with a slick and sexy finish. *Hook up products: packaged in a convenient mini vial. Applicator included in cap. 0.12 oz. net wt." 

Available in mpowerment peach and mpowerment gold, the lip gloss gets rave reviews on the website and comes with a free Domestic Violence Resource Guide.

$5.50 each - purchase here or from your local Avon representative.

See our Shop for DVA page and Music for DVA page for more great products!

Hellfire Collection offers this beautiful Rain Drop necklace benefiting RAINN, the Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network. 

"Dreamy faceted blue chalcedony briolette swings on a sterling silver chain accented with faceted chalcedony beads, the handmade fine silver hook clasp features a triple bead drop at the back of the neck. Length is 16 1/2 inches, pendant is 13 mm wide. $20 from every sale is donated to RAINN"

$60. Order athttp://www.hellfirecollection.com/cgi-bin/shop.pl?sku=NEC-155

Highlights include a 5k race, the Homecoming Parade, and a tailgate honoring Greek Alumni. 

Voting for the Homecoming Court is open October 14-21. Alpha Chi Omega is well represented by candidate Margaret Dooley: "Margaret Dooley is a civil engineer, an Alpha Chi Omega, a Tour Guide, a warmhearted and stylish individual, and a great help when you're trying to get things from the top shelf of the refrigerator. Please vote for someone who can represent the whole of the student body for Homecoming Queen 2009"

Check out (and join) her campaign at http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=150525802071&ref=ts

We hope you'll cast your vote for Margaret! 

Vote at http://upb.case.edu/homecoming/

Help Alpha Chi Omega Foundation win $50,000 in America's Giving Challenge! Learn more about the challenge on the Alpha Chi Omega website: http://www.alphachiomega.org/sindex.aspx?id=599

The BEST part is the charity with the highest daily participation wins $1000! This could easily be Alpha Chi Omega Foundation!! Note the day runs from 3pm EDT to 3pm EDT. Wouldn't this prize make Founders' Day that much more special??

Here are the steps to participate

1. be a member of the Alpha Chi Omega Foundation Cause on Facebook - join at

http://apps.facebook.com/causes/73662/14717927?m=63922cfd

2. make a donation in honor of Founders' Day! Your donation can be large or small - the important thing is to show you care! donate at 

https://www.causes.com/fb/donations/new?cause_id=73662

3. share this project with your friends!

On Twitter, post a message like this 

Help Alpha Chi Omega Foundation win $50k in America's Giving Challenge!http://ow.ly/twSO #AXO

OR

Happy Founders' Day Alpha Chi Omega! Make today special with a donation http://ow.ly/twSO #AXO

OR

Happy Founders' Day Alpha Chi Omega! #AXO Foundation helps us live our values! Donate today: http://ow.ly/twSO

On facebook

Let Causes set your status after you donate (it will prompt you)

OR

use one of the sample tweets as your status!

We'd also appreciate it if you share this post with your sisters, friends and family.

Thank you and Happy Founders' Day!!

On Twitter, tweet a message like this:

Work to prevent teen dating violence http://ow.ly/u4k6 #AXO #DVA #charitytuesday

OR 

Check out teen dating violence post on @collegelfestyl by #AXO @Patrice0x0x http://ow.ly/u4my #AXO #DVA #charitytuesday

Also follow @loveisrespect and @MADEcoalition

On facebook, become a fan of Love is Respect http://www.facebook.com/pages/loveisrespect-National-Teen-Dating-Abuse-Helpline/59117165969?v=wall&viewas=1417533568

OR

use one of the tweets above as your status!

OR 

post a teen dating abuse public service announcement video to your profile, like http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qaqZSdb60Rw

And on email...

Share this post with a friend, family member or Alpha Chi Omega sister. Thank you!!