Each year, Turning Point of Lehigh Valley’s Annual Survivors Vigil serves as a deeply moving tribute to the strength and resilience of survivors, while honoring the lives of those lost to domestic and intimate partner abuse. This year’s Vigil was no exception—drawing together survivors, advocates, and community members for an evening of remembrance, healing, and unity.
Held at Ben Franklin TechVentures, the Vigil carried an atmosphere of compassion and unified commitment. Stories of survival, messages of hope, and heartfelt performances created a shared sense of purpose among all who attended.
Turning Point extends heartfelt thanks to everyone who made this year’s Vigil possible:
Event Sponsor: Guardian – for their steadfast partnership and continued advocacy for survivors.
Community Partners: Bradbury-Sullivan LGBT Community Center, Lehigh University’s Break the Silence, Moravian College, and Vicky Alercia-Casella LPC, Therapeutic Haven Creator, Licensed Professional Counselor – for their dedication to fostering awareness, inclusion, and compassion.
Venue Host: Wayne Barz and Ben Franklin Tech Ventures – for graciously opening their space and helping create an environment that embodied hope and connection.
Performers: Dina Hall, Max, The Easton High School Choir, and Cass Noel – for sharing their incredible talent and spirit.
Volunteers, speakers, and attendees – for standing with survivors and helping to keep the conversation around domestic and intimate partner abuse alive.
Weren’t able to attend the Vigil? You can watch it anytime. Follow the link below to view.