The University of Nebraska-Lincoln will host a series of events on preventing relationship violence.
Organized by the Women's Center, Week Without Violence events began Oct. 8 with a walk to spread awareness that sex trafficking exists in Lincoln and across Nebraska.
Planned events continue through Oct. 20 and include a luncheon discussion on same-sex relationship violence; screening of the film "The Mask You Live In," which explores masculinity in America; and an open microphone night with a focus on social justice.
The Women's Center has been organizing Week Without Violence for more than 10 years. A full list of events is below. All events are free and open to the public.
2016 Week Without Violence upcoming events
Same Sex Relationship Violence: Lunch Discussion — 11:30 a.m. Oct. 10, Green Room, Nebraska Union
• Discussion about the unique difficulties the LGBTQA+ community faces when dealing with relationship violence. Lunch will be provided. Register at http://involved.unl.edu/#.
Purple Ribbon Campaign — 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Oct. 10-14
• Take a stand against domestic violence by wearing a purple ribbon in support of Sigma Psi Zeta's campaign to raise awareness on domestic violence. Ribbons will be available at a booth on the main floor of the Nebraska Union
Film screening of "The Mask You Live In" — 7:30 p.m. Oct. 10, Mary Riepma Ross Media Arts Center
• The film follows boys and young men as they struggle to stay true to themselves while negotiating America's narrow definition of masculinity. The screening is free and open to the public.
Dish it Up: Week Without Violence Remix — noon Oct. 11, OASIS Lounge, Jackie Gaughan Multicultural Center
• Open discussion about violence in communities of color. Pepsi products will be provided. Participants are encouraged to bring a lunch.
Get Konsent with Kappa Alpha Psi — 6 p.m., Oct. 11, Regency A, Nebraska Union
• Discussion on issues of sexual assault and consent on the university campus. Event will include a presentation, refreshments and resources available locally.
Violence Prevention Luncheon with David DiLillo — Noon, Oct. 12, Colonial A, Nebraska Union
• DiLillo, associate professor of psychology, will discuss bystander interventions, what they are and how effective they can be in reducing sexual violence. Information will include steps in how to improve bystander interventions. Reservations can be made by sending email to ethics@unl.edu. Participants are encouraged to bring a lunch.
Open Mic Night with ASUN: It's On Us — 8 p.m., The Crib, Nebraska Union
• Open mic night on the topic of social justice. Topics can include sexual assault, violence, gender discrimination, racial discrimination, women's and men's issues, and LGBTQA+ issues.
Take Back the Night Balloon Release and Candlelight Vigil — 9:45 p.m., Oct. 12, Nebraska Union Plaza
• Organized by Sigma Psi Zeta, the balloon release will be followed by a moment of silence for all affected by relationship violence.
Voices of Hope Open House — 5:30 p.m., Oct. 20
• Information about Voices of Hope and the services/programs offered. This event continues to a 7:30 p.m. candlelight vigil. Both events are at the Voices of Hope facility at 2545 N St.
More details at: http://involved.unl.edu