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Remarks

Speaker Menin Marks Domestic Violence Awareness Month

New York City Council · Oct 8, 2026 · starts 0:23:41 · 28 sec

She highlights Domestic Violence Awareness Month, noting nearly 40% of felony assaults were domestic violence last year, and expresses support for survivors.

Julie Menin

October is National Domestic Violence Awareness Month.

Julie Menin

Domestic violence is a central...

Julie Menin

But under-recognized driver of serious crimes.

Julie Menin

Last year, nearly 40% of felony assaults were classified as domestic violence.

Julie Menin

To make our city safer, we have to focus on reducing crime that happens behind closed doors.

Julie Menin

To our survivors, we see you and we support you.