Alina’s Light is a charitable organization established in honor of Alina Sheykhet, whose life was tragically taken in a senseless act of violence in October of 2017. Alina was passionate about theater and performing arts, and she loved children and animals. The mission of Alina’s Light is to honor Alina’s legacy by raising awareness & promoting domestic violence education through outreach, scholarships & donations.
Alina was loved beyond words and brought light into the lives of many. Her spirit remains with us, and she will live on through our hearts, memories, and stories. Alina will always guide and inspire us.
Providing outreach, support & hope to our local community and beyond.
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“Why doesn’t she just leave?” “I would never let that happen to me.” “He is smarter than that.” “It‘s none of my business.”
1 in 2 female murder victims and 1 in 13 male murder victims are killed by intimate partners.
75% of women who are killed in domestic violence homicides are murdered after they leave or are in the process of leaving.
The latest survey by the NNEDV found that there were 12,692 unmet requests by domestic violence victims for services such as emergency shelter, child care, and legal representation.
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. The statistics are devastating and closer to home than you think. Anyone can fall victim to domestic violence, and the stigma surrounding the topic can make it more difficult for victims to seek help. Factors such as shame, financial dependency, and fear of retaliation often keep victims stuck in these volatile situations. Until we as a society come together to break the stigma, domestic violence will continue to rear it’s ugly head and innocent women and men will continue to lose their lives. Since Alina’s death in 2017, over 500 people have lost their lives to DV in Pennsylvania alone. How many lost lives until changes are made?
Our organization vows to continue to be voices for those that that had theirs stolen from them. In honor of Alina Sheykhet. Rachel Dowden. Crystal Leschner. Karissa Kunco. Demi Brae Cucina. Our ever-growing display of men and women lost too soon on our Wall of Dolls.
Speak up. Save a life. Forever in loving memory of Alina Sheykhet. 💜
*statistics provided by the National Coalition of Domestic Violence and NNEDV*
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We hear sleigh bells ringing already… save the date. More details to come! 💜
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Rebecca Leyshock Nikki Redlinger McKenna this is such a fun event and fir a good cause if you are free and want to bring the boys.
I'm in too
Are dogs welcome? Or is that a separate event?
Marisa Costa
Vanessa Evans and Lauren Redlinger Schutz mark your calendars! 🎅
WE NEED YOUR HELP: In order to serve the community and make a difference at the abundance we strive for, we need sufficient funds to fuel our mission. We are seeking a handful of motivated individuals to help us with sponsorships and fundraising. With your help, we can make a difference. 💜
Please consider joining us or sharing this post to help us find our special team!
If you are interested or would like some more information, please contact Jill at Jill.smith@alinaslight.com 💜
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