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This Resolution officially recognizes October 2018 as National Domestic Violence Awareness Month, acknowledging the significant prevalence of domestic abuse, which involves a pattern of behaviors used to maintain power and control over a partner, affecting a substantial number of women and men and impacting millions of children annually. It highlights the substantial financial costs associated with domestic violence, including expenses for law enforcement, legal aid, healthcare, and lost productivity, and commends the vital work of organizations like the National Domestic Violence Hotline and the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence (NCADV) in educating and supporting affected communities. The resolution also notes the historical origins of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, stemming from the "Day of Unity" in 1981 and officially designated in October since 1989, emphasizing the need to prioritize ending domestic violence as a societal issue.