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2026 Domestic Violence Awareness Walk
Join Killeen Police Department and the community for the 2026 Domestic Violence Awareness Walk.
Killeen Police Department
Victim Services
Killeen Police Department
Victim Services
2026
Domestic
Violence
Awareness Walk
Together, we can build a safer community and stand with survivors.
17th, 2026
Killeen, Texas
Join us for a free community event to bring awareness and support to victims and survivors of domestic violence.
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Hope.
Healing.
Safety.
Together.
2026 Domestic Violence Awareness Walk
Join the Killeen Police Department and our community as we come together to raise awareness, support survivors, and promote hope, healing, and safety.
A morning built for everyone
“Every step represents support, awareness, and hope. Together, we stand with survivors and work toward a safer community.”
Saturday, October 17, 2026.
Lions Club Park, 1700 E. Stan Schlueter Loop, Killeen. The walk starts at 2:00 PM and the event ends at 4:00 PM.
Support. Hope. Healing.
You do not have to wait for the walk. Victim Services advocates are available now for anyone who needs help — confidentially, at your pace, whether or not a report has been filed.
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How can we help today?
Domestic Violence Awareness Walk
Walk with Killeen Police Department. Every step is a step toward healing.
Walk against
domestic violence
Every year, our community comes together for the Walk Against Domestic Violence. Browse photos from our annual walks dating back to 2021 — a testament to the strength, solidarity, and spirit of the Killeen community.
Community Standing Together
Awareness begins with neighbors who show up for one another. Every year Killeen residents, advocates, and officers gather to say plainly that domestic violence has no place here — and that support is close by.
Awareness & education
Knowledge saves lives. Recognizing the patterns of domestic violence — and knowing what help exists — builds a community that notices, believes, and acts.
You are not alone
Whatever you are facing, help is here. Support, safety, and hope stay within reach — today, and for as long as you need them.
“Healing is not a straight line. Whatever step you are on, Killeen Victim Services will walk it with you.”
KPD Victim Services Unit
You do not have to walk it alone
Victim Services advocates are here whenever you are ready — to answer a question, sit with you through a process, or simply listen. Confidential, at your pace, for as long as you need.
New ways to take part
Ways to take part in the 2026 Awareness Walk.
Help is available right now.
If you are in immediate danger, call 911. Every option below is confidential.
What happens next
Knowing what to expect can make the call easier.
You do not have to file a report
Support from Victim Services is free and confidential whether or not you report, and whether the incident happened today or years ago.
Around the clock, nationwide
Helping a friend or family member
Believe them, listen without judgement, and let them decide the pace. Offer to sit with them while they call — and keep the conversation somewhere private.
Support, one step at a time
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Not sure where to start? An advocate can help you sort through options — no report required.
Other resources
Check out other resources related to our Awareness Campaign
2026 Awareness
Walk
One mile through the park, together. Walk in honor, in memory, or simply in support.
Killeen, TX
We walk to break the silence around domestic violence, to honor survivors, and to remind every neighbor in Killeen that support is close by — and free.
How the morning goes
Brief words from KPD Victim Services, then a quiet moment together.
Paved, stroller and wheelchair friendly. Walk at any pace.
Meet numerous community partners.
Photo gallery
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Join the Community Walk
Learn more about the Domestic Violence Awareness Walk, event details, and how you can support survivors and the community.
Free to attend · Families and pets welcome · Wear purple & teal
Other ways to take part
Why we walk together
Hear from community members who have joined us in previous years.
Why we walk together
Hear from community members who have joined us in previous years and see what made the experience meaningful to them.
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Moderated messages of support from across Killeen.
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Were You Part of a Previous Walk?
If you’ve joined us for a previous KPD Domestic Violence Awareness Walk, we’d love to hear about your experience. Share what the event meant to you, what stood out, or why you chose to walk with our community.
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Walked with us before?
We would love to hear what the walk meant to you. Join us again on Saturday, October 17, 2026 at Lions Club Park.
KPD Victim Services Unit
Immediate danger, in progress incidents
For further information regarding Victim's Assistance please contact:
Killeen, TX 76542
Phone: 254-501-7900
Killeen Police Department
Victim Services Unit
3304 Community Blvd.
Killeen, TX 76542
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Safety planning
A safety plan is yours alone. Take what helps, skip what doesn't.
Nothing is saved to this device unless you choose to. An advocate can build the rest of this plan with you.
Texas Domestic Violence Statistics
Figures reproduced from the Killeen Police Department awareness materials.
Domestic Violence: Texas
Texas Council on Family Violence and state reporting.
Original KPD infographic · the same figures are set out below
Homicides by a same-sex partner
— % of homicides by a same-sex partner were committed using firearms.1
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Texas Council on Family Violence
Texas Council on family Violence reported that domestic violence skyrocketed in 2020 with 228 men and women killed by their partners; 23% more than 2019.
Domestic Violence
A closer look at Texas statistics and state law.
Original KPD infographic · the same figures are set out below
Stand
1 in 3 women and 1 in 4 men in the U.S. have faced physical violence from an intimate partner.
Against
Domestic violence hotlines received 21,321 calls in one day during 2020, averaging nearly 15 calls per minute.
Domestic
Abusers with access to firearms increase the risk of intimate partner femicide by 1,000%.
Violence
20% of all violent crime in 2018 was attributed to domestic violence.
The law
- Domestic violence misdemeanors are restricted from owning firearms for 5 years post-release.
- Individuals under ex parte and final protective orders are prohibited from firearm possession during the order.
Texas can further enhance protection by
- Banning firearms possession for dating violence misdemeanants.
- Extending the domestic violence misdemeanor prohibition for its duration.
- Preventing stalking misdemeanants from owning firearms.
- Requiring prohibited individuals to surrender firearms.
- Mandating law enforcement to seize firearms during domestic violence incidents.
General Statistics
National scope of intimate partner violence.
Original KPD infographic · the same figures are set out below
The scale
- An average of 24 people per minute are victims of rape, physical violence or stalking by an intimate partner in the United States — more than 12 million women and men over the course of a single year.
- Nearly 3 in 10 women (29%) and 1 in 10 men (10%) in the US have experienced rape, physical violence, and/or stalking by a partner.
Children and the home
- Children witnessed violence in nearly 1 in 4 (22%) intimate partner violence cases filed in state courts.
- 30% to 60% of intimate partner violence perpetrators also abuse children in the household.
- Children exposed to violence in the home were 15 times more likely to be physically and/or sexually assaulted than the national average.
Psychological aggression
Almost half of all women and men in the US have experienced psychological aggression by an intimate partner in their lifetime (48.4% and 48.8%, respectively).
More than half (51.1%) of female victims of rape reported being raped by an intimate partner; 40.8% reported being raped by an acquaintance.
For male victims, 52.4% reported being raped by an acquaintance; 15.1% reported being raped by a stranger.
Estimates suggest 13% of women and 6% of men will experience sexual coercion (unwanted sexual penetration after being pressured in a non-physical way) in their lifetime; 27.2% of women and 11.7% of men experience unwanted sexual contact.
Young people
- Approximately 1 in 5 women and 1 in 7 men who experienced rape, physical violence, and/or stalking by an intimate partner first experienced some form of partner violence between 11 and 17 years of age.
- Most female (69%) and male (53%) victims of rape, physical violence, and/or stalking by an intimate partner first experienced their partner violence with intimate partner violence before the age of 25.
- 57% of college students who report experiencing dating violence and abuse said it occurred in college.
- 58% of college students say they don’t know who to help someone who is a victim of dating abuse.
If any of this is happening to you or someone you know, advocates are available today, confidentially.
Your rights & how to help
Legal protections in Texas, ways to take action, and official KPD material.
Help us raise awareness
Children exposed to domestic violence are at higher risk for mental health issues, substance abuse, and continuing the cycle of violence. We must break this cycle by speaking up about abuse, supporting organizations assisting survivors, donating to prevention programs, and advocating for policies that better protect victims.
Domestic violence impacts millions of Americans every year, leaving behind a trail of pain, fear, and trauma. Together, we can bring hope and healing. This event is dedicated to raising awareness, supporting survivors, and ensuring that no voice is left unheard.
Victim’s rights under Texas law
As a victim of domestic violence in Texas, you have legal rights that are protected by law. Understanding these rights is the first step toward getting the help and protection you deserve.
What you can do
Whether you are a survivor, a concerned neighbor, a friend, or a community member — there are meaningful steps you can take right now to help end domestic violence in Killeen and beyond.
KPD victim rights & information booklet
Read the official KPD Crime Victim Rights and Information Booklet on the city website. It outlines your rights as a crime victim, available services, and important contacts to help you through the process.
Opens the KPD Victim’s Assistance page on killeentexas.gov, where the booklet is published in English and Spanish alongside current contact details.
You are not alone
If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence, please reach out. Help is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. You deserve to be safe.
Visit Victim’s Assistance Pagekilleentexas.gov/280/Victims-Assistance
Learn & Watch
Short videos, signals, and safety codes that help people recognize domestic violence and ask for help without saying a word.
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If you are in immediate danger, call 911. Advocates are available for confidential support at any time.
Interactive Experience
Hands-on activities that help the community learn the signs of domestic violence and show support for survivors.
These are the four experiences listed on the Home page. Two are live now; the other two open from here once their links are added.
Walk With Us
Join the movement. Raise awareness. Stand together against domestic violence.
Stand With Us
Show your support and help spread awareness throughout our community.
KPD Awareness Frame
Add the official awareness frame and stand together for a safer community.
Community Awareness Frame
Share your support and help start the conversation.
Purple Moment Gallery
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Purple Moment
Create your own Purple Moment and show support for survivors of domestic violence.
Use this interactive photo experience to spread awareness, show support, and help bring attention to domestic violence prevention.
Keep your Purple Moment
Save the photo from the experience above, then add it here. Photos stay on this device — only you can see them.
Virtual Reality Tour
Explore the Walk Against Domestic Violence in immersive 360°. Experience the park and walk environment from a new perspective.
Saturday, October 17, 2026 at Lions Club Park. See the full event details and how to take part.
2026 Domestic Violence Awareness Walk
Make plans to join Killeen Police Department and our community for the 2026 Domestic Violence Awareness Walk. Together, we stand with survivors and raise awareness.
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1700 E. Stan Schlueter Loop
Killeen, Texas
Event ends: 4:00 PM
The Domestic Violence Awareness Walk brings together law enforcement, survivors, advocates, and community members to raise awareness, promote prevention, and provide support resources for those impacted by domestic violence.
Standing together
Our community is stronger when we support one another.
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Everyone has a role
You can support this mission by attending the walk, wearing purple, sharing awareness, and helping connect survivors with resources.
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Need help now
Support does not wait for the walk. Advocates are available today, confidentially.