Municipal Court official urges support for domestic violence victims on Love Is Kind Day
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A court official at the Municipal Court of Providence used a brief statement marking Love Is Kind Day to urge community members to recognize signs of domestic abuse and offer support to victims, saying "not every scar is visible."
A court official at the Municipal Court of Providence urged community members to offer support to victims of domestic violence, saying during a short statement that "true love is never violent, never controlling, and never cruel."
The official said they have seen ‘‘the quiet pain domestic abuse leaves behind’’ in the courtroom and that some victims display ‘‘eyes that won't quite meet your own’’ and need courage to speak. The remarks identified the day as "Love Is Kind Day," which, the speaker said, "was created to shine a light on domestic abuse and to remind us all that true love is never violent, never controlling, and never cruel."
The official contrasted fear with the restorative power of kindness, saying, "I've seen what fear looks like, and I've seen what kindness can do to break its grip," and urged listeners not to ignore possible victims: "If you know someone who might be a victim of domestic abuse, don't look away. Offer your voice. Offer your support."
The statement was delivered as a brief, standalone remark rather than part of a recorded vote or formal action. No resources, programs, dates beyond the day itself, or follow-up actions were specified in the remarks.