Forum coming Wednesday in Springfield for Domestic Violence Awareness Month

SPRINGFIELD — The public is welcome to attend a forum on Wednesday recognizing October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month.

The event — brought to you by the Springfield Women's Commission — will be held at 11 a.m. in room 220 at Springfield City Hall.

The program includes featured speakers District Attorney Anthony Gulluni; Elizabeth Dineen, executive director of the YWCA of Western Massachusetts; former Springfield Mayor Michael Albano; and former Police Chief Paula Meara.

There also will be a special recognition for Brenda Lopez, Springfield's first domestic violence coordinator. The coordinator role was a key initiative of the Springfield Women's Commission, aimed at supporting survivors and raising awareness.

Contact the City Council Office to RSVP at 413-787-6170.

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