Women worldwide have experienced physical or sexual violence in their lifetime.
123 Million
Women and girls in the Americas have experienced physical or sexual violence.
Every Minute
20 people experience physical abuse by an intimate partner in the United States.
Every Community
Domestic violence affects every race, culture, age, religion and economic background.
Behind every statistic is a person waiting for hope.
OUR STORY
The Story Behind Lighting Orlando Purple
Lighting Orlando Purple was born from one simple belief:
No survivor should ever feel invisible.
After years of serving survivors of domestic violence through Nuevo Sendero, Dr. Diana Mejía envisioned a public movement that would unite an entire city in support of prevention, awareness, and hope.
What began as a symbolic lighting ceremony has become one of Central Florida’s most meaningful community initiatives, bringing together government leaders, corporations, nonprofit organizations, survivors, and hundreds of community members every year.
Each purple light reminds survivors that they are seen.
Each partnership reminds them they are not alone.
Today, Lighting Orlando Purple continues growing as a movement that inspires education, prevention, healing, and collective action.
Diana Mejía
Founder Dr. Diana Mejía Founder & CEO Nuevo Sendero
A MOVEMENT THAT CONTINUES TO GROW
2023
The first Lighting Orlando Purple ceremony brought together community leaders and survivors.
2024
More organizations and local officials joined the initiative, expanding community awareness.
2025
The movement gained greater corporate and civic participation, strengthening partnerships across Central Florida.
2026
Lighting Orlando Purple continues to grow as a regional movement for prevention, education, and hope.
OUR PURPOSE
Why We Light Orlando Purple
Honor survivors
Remember those we have lost
Educate the community
Prevent future violence
Inspire hope
Unite our community
MORE THAN PARTNERSHIP.
A STRONGER COMMUNITY.
Why Leading Organizations
Stand With Us
Companies are no longer expected only to do business. They are expected to lead.
By supporting Lighting Orlando Purple, your organization becomes part of one of Central Florida’s most visible community awareness initiatives.