MAY 16th IS SV AWARENESS DAY! #GOORANGE FOR SUPERVISED VISITATION.

WEAR ORANGE IN SUPPORT OF SV SERVICES AND SHARE PHOTOS WITH US ON FACEBOOK@SVNWORLDWIDE

Many of you have participated in the Orange Ribbon Campaign. The purpose of the campaign is to use the symbol of the orange ribbon throughout the month of May to raise awareness about the need and impact of supervised visitation. The color orange is used throughout the month, as it is a bright color which warns people to watch out or take notice. For this reason, SVN has adopted the orange ribbon with the goal that individuals around the world to see the orange ribbon and take notice of the thousands of children and families in need of this important service.

Where do I get the Orange Ribbons?

If you enjoy crafts it is easy to make your own ribbons, or you can purchase professionally produced SVN Orange Ribbons HERE. Either way, it helps to attach a business card with information about Supervised Visitation and your local program.

Get your Orange Ribbon Campaign in Motion...

Click Here: SVN Awareness Month Toolkit

Social Media Campaigns

We see it everywhere – probably one of the most common ways people are getting information out these days. But you want to be strategic and mindful of the information. Does your program/practice have a Facebook, Twitter, Instagram or Linked In Account? If not, it is a great way to connect with families and stakeholders that is free of charge. Here are some suggestions

What is your focus for the month? Do you want to raise awareness, develop relationships, build community support, or reach that ONE parent that may need you and was not aware that you were available? What kind of staffing or support staff do you have access to? Could you recruit a marketing class to help you with projects, find a volunteer, or request assistance from your Advisory Board? What kinds of projects are out there that you could do to get your point across? What kind of budget do you have? If you are on a shoestring budget, will you be able to finish your projects?

Create a timeline for yourself. What can you do right now to prepare for May? Let SVN help you get the ball rolling...

Social Media Post Ideas CLICK HERE

Social Media Graphics (Click Photos)

Canadian Social Media Graphics (Click Photos)

Social Media Cover Page

Canadian Social Media Cover Page

Email Signature (Click Photo)

Canadian Email Signature (Click Photo)

Zoom Background (same for US and Canada) (Click Photo)

Old Fashion Mail-outs!

Create a postcard (check USPS size regulations) to just announce that May is Supervised Visitation Awareness Month – include provider logo, logo displaying you are a member of SVN, a clip art photo of an orange ribbon (Yep, all this is located on our website for you to use) On the back, develop a quick message to share with donors, funders ,community partners, other agencies, referral sources, etc.

Media

These days, most anyone can be a reporter. Lots of news outlets are happy for you to share a story with them.

Write an article about your agency and the services you provide. Include feel good stories (while maintaining confidentiality to clients). Don’t be afraid to state current needs – volunteers, monetary donations, supply drives, etc.