About this Event
Join us for the official launch of the 2026 Healthy Relationships & Domestic Violence Awareness Circle, a working committee under My Natural Me dedicated to breaking cycles, building solutions, and strengthening our community through education, prevention, and advocacy.
This year, the Circle will operate as a strategic working committee with a focus on partnership, community education, youth prevention, and trauma-informed action.
Our kickoff meeting sets the tone for a powerful year of collaboration, visibility, and impact.
Special Leadership Guests
Circle Chair: Gigi McMillan
Founder of The Purple Runway and long-time advocate for survivors and healthy relationships.
County Partner: Rachel Taylor
Prince William County representative and community collaborator supporting family safety, prevention, and awareness initiatives.
Together, they will guide the direction for 2026 programming, partnerships, and public-facing campaigns serving the greater Prince William region.
What to Expect at the Kickoff Meeting
This meeting is designed as a working strategy session, not just an introduction.
Participants will:
- Learn about the 2026 committee structure and subcommittees
- Review the year’s themes, including our February/March alignment with Purple Runway
- Participate in a collaborative planning session to shape:
- Awareness campaigns
- Youth & school initiatives
- Survivor-informed programming
- Community outreach and advocacy
- Help establish the Circle’s quarterly goals and action items
- Connect with partners, service providers, and fellow advocates
We encourage survivors, community leaders, educators, advocates, faith leaders, and residents with a passion for change to join us.
This will be a dynamic, collaborative working meeting where everyone’s voice and expertise contributes to the 2026 roadmap.
Who Should Attend
- Domestic violence advocates
- Community partners & service agencies
- Survivors and survivor-leaders
- Social workers, educators, and prevention specialists
- Youth advocates
- Local government partners
- Anyone passionate about healthy relationships and prevention
Location
The event will be held at the iconic Jirani Coffeehouse, a community hub that has long supported empowerment, arts, and local leadership.
Light refreshments will be available for purchase from Jirani.
Why This Matters
2026 is the year we move from awareness to action, from conversations to solutions, and from isolated efforts to coordinated community impact.
Your presence and participation help shape that reality.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Jirani Coffeehouse, 9425 West Street, Manassas, United States
USD 0.00
