By DAVID NELSON – SEATTLEPI.COM

They say behind every great man is a great woman.

If true, get ready to meet a great woman; Purple Reign is the woman behind Seattle Superhero Phoenix Jones.

While Phoenix Jones is passionate about public safety, Purple Reign is passionate about fighting domestic violence; and like Phoenix Jones, Purple Reign is now using her superhero costume to raise awareness about her passion.

Purple Reign started the “The Purple Reign Campaign” this month to make a stand against domestic violence.

As a survivor of domestic violence, Purple Reign’s aim is to help people currently experiencing domestic violence in their homes by giving them strength and resources. She’s going to use her superhero costume and passion to raise money and give the proceeds directly to Northwest Family Life — told you she’s a good one.

Northwest Family Life’s mission: “Assisting individuals and families in finding hope and healing when facing the pain of domestic violence and related issues.”

Purple Reign and Phoenix Jones also plan on taking their message to elementary schools and fight another form of violence: bullying.

Many don’t know this, but Phoenix Jones was a victim of bullying at a young age, hence their anti-bullying message. Many playgrounds have that typical school bully, Phoenix Jones and Purple Reign want to help educate children on what they can do if they are being bullied, and also what to do if they see someone being bullied.

Purple Reign encourages people to stand up against domestic violence and violence on the playground.

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If you’re currently a victim of domestic violence, Purple Reign has this message for you:

“If someone is hurting or controlling you physically, emotionally, sexually, or even financially, you are in an unhealthy relationship. If you are going through abuse, it is important to know you are not alone and it is not your fault. There are many resources available including 24-hour hotlines, shelters, counseling, job training, child care, and even legal services. You deserve to be safe, happy, and treated with respect.”

As to why she chose “Purple Reign” as her name and color choice:

“It represents my personal transformation from a victim to a survivor of domestic abuse. The color purple is used in domestic violence awareness campaigns and I wear it to symbolize my determination to always speak up for the victims who have not yet found their own voice. I now reign as the ruler in my life, never allowing anyone to hold abusive authority over me again.”

Her message is spreading fast, many Facebook users have added her Purple Reign icon to their profile picture to show support for the fight against domestic violence.

For more information about how to help Purple Reign, visit her website: http://www.purplereigncampaign.org/

She also just started a Twitter and Facebook account.

Thank you for standing up for people who may be struggling to stand up for themselves Purple!

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