The “black dot” campaign was created on Facebook. It aims to help track down victims of domestic violence. The black dot on the palm of your hand is a symbol that is a silent cry for help.
With this sign, victims of domestic violence can draw attention to themselves and indicate that they are in serious danger. They are crying out for help and hoping to be rescued from their abuser. If you see someone with a black dot on their arm, you can help the person by calling the police immediately.The campaign organizer said:
“A black dot on her arm lets those around her know that the woman is suffering from domestic violence and that she needs help. She can’t ask for help openly because the abuser is watching her almost all the time, literally following her every move
In just 24 hours, more than 6,000 victims worldwide have been found thanks to this campaign. Please support the campaign. Share this information with your friends. Because the more people who know about this, the more domestic violence victims can be helped.” The campaign has already helped save many victims of domestic violence. Here’s the story of one survivor:
“I am pregnant and the father of the baby is being very abusive. He not only hurts me with words, but also puts his hands on me. I cannot comprehend it in my head. And the baby is due soon. Yesterday I was in the hospital, he was also with me, not one step away from me.
I had to be examined. The doctor asked Mel to lie down on the bed and lowered the curtain. I leaned over, picked up a pen and wrote that I needed help, for I could not say a word. This campaign gave me the strength to ask for help.
And now I’m safe, thanks to the black dot and people who care. Thank you. I have one more week of my sentence, and I’m finally safe. “Share this important information with your friends and help stop domestic violence. There are a lot of women who really need help.