Averett University helping raise awareness about dating violence on campus

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DANVILLE (WSLS 10) - Averett University is using a new initiative to help raise awareness about dating violence on campus.

It's called The Red Heart Campaign.

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Red flags have been placed in the ground outside the student center to form a giant heart.

The flags represent warning signs, commonly referred to as red flags, indicating someone is in a violent relationship.

The university's hope is that this will help people recognize warning signs and speak up when they see them.

"It has opened up discussion for a lot for students," said Averett Health and Wellness Coordinator Jill Adams. "I am the Title IX Coordinator here also, so it's really brought the awareness about dating violence on campus."

Throughout the month, the university will hold several dating violence resource events on campus.