Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands — The Business and Professional Women’s Association of
Grand Cayman (BPW Cayman) invites the community to join in the 25th Annual Silent Witness
March (SWM) on Thursday, October 17th, 2025, gathering at 3:00 p.m, with a 3:30pm SHARP
start. The annual march, held each October as part of Domestic Violence Awareness Month,
honors those who have lost their lives to domestic violence and stands in solidarity with
survivors, families, and advocates working to end abuse in all its forms.

This milestone year commemorates 25 years of remembrance, advocacy, and resilience. First
organized in 2000 by BPW Cayman, the Silent Witness March began as a small tribute and has
since evolved into a powerful community movement: uniting individuals, families, schools,
businesses, and government agencies under a shared mission to break the silence surrounding
domestic violence and bullying.

The 25th Annual Silent Witness March is a collaborative effort led by BPW Grand Cayman, in
partnership with the Gender Affairs Unit of the Cayman Islands Government, the Family
Resource Centre, and the Cayman Islands Crisis Centre. This enduring collaboration reflects a
united commitment to prevention, awareness, and meaningful action to ensure that every
person in the Cayman Islands can live free from violence.

Locally, this year’s theme, “Awareness + Action = Social Change,” underscores the connection between recognizing abuse, taking proactive steps to support victims, and creating lasting
systemic change to end domestic and gender-based violence.

Once again, the march will coincide with “Purple Thursday”, a global day of action dedicated to
raising awareness, supporting survivors, and promoting community accountability.
“For 25 years, the Silent Witness March has stood as a voice for those who can no longer speak and a beacon of hope for those still suffering in silence,” said Cheryl Myles, BPW Grand Cayman. “This anniversary is not only a reflection on how far we’ve come—it’s a call to renew our collective promise to stand up, speak out, and take action. Awareness alone isn’t enough; action is what drives real social
change.”

The Silent Witness March will begin at the Government Administration Building, proceed past
the George Town Police Station, the Courthouse, the House of Parliament, and conclude at
Constitution Hall. The route symbolizes the shared responsibility among key institutions—law
enforcement, the judiciary, and government—to protect and empower victims, uphold justice,
and promote safety.

“Our route is deeply symbolic,” explained Charmaine Miller, Clinical Supervisor at
the Family Resource Centre. “It takes us past the very institutions that have the
authority to make change, reminding us that ending domestic violence requires both
strong systems and strong communities. Concluding at Constitution Hall reinforces
our collective responsibility to uphold the principles of dignity, equality, and justice
for all.”

Karlene Bramwell, Senior Policy Advisor of the Gender Affairs Unit, added:

“The Gender Affairs Unit is proud to continue our partnership on this important
initiative. Joining the march is a powerful start, but true change happens when each
of us takes what we’ve learned and uses it to make our homes, schools, and
workplaces safer. Awareness plus action: that’s how we create lasting social
change.”

A short ceremony and refreshments will follow at Constitution Hall, featuring reflections from
community leaders, advocates, and survivors.

About BPW Cayman
BPW Cayman is a non-partisan charter group of BPW International, a United Nations–recognized civil society organization founded in 1930 by Dr. Lena Madesin Phillips. Rooted in the belief that every woman must bring constructive thought and action to public life, BPW promotes equality, empowerment, and opportunity for womenacross all spheres of society. The organization stands firmly against discrimination of any kind—embracing diversity across religion, culture, color, and nationality—and continues to champion the values of human dignity, justice, and es to champion the values of human dignity, justice, and equality in the Cayman Islands and around the world.