That soft purple glow on a porch at night is more than decoration — it’s a quiet but powerful symbol of support for survivors of domestic violence.
Purple represents strength, dignity, and resilience. It sends a message: You are seen. You are not alone.
The tradition began with awareness campaigns like Purple Light Nights, launched during Domestic Violence Awareness Month, and has since spread globally.
Today, more and more people use a purple porch light to spark conversation, raise awareness, and show solidarity with those impacted by abuse.
But real support goes beyond changing a bulb. It’s about educating ourselves, donating to shelters,
offering compassion without judgment, and speaking out against all forms of abuse. Survivors often suffer in silence,
feeling isolated or ashamed. That soft purple light serves as a beacon — a quiet promise that there’s a community that cares.
So the next time you pass a purple-lit porch, know it’s more than a color. It’s a symbol of hope, healing, and resistance.
And if you choose to light one yourself, you’re helping to break the silence and shine a light on an
issue that affects millions — because every survivor deserves to be seen, heard, and believed.
