The Variety Power of Women Los Angeles Event Also Highlighted the Purple Leash Project and its Mission to Create Safe Spaces for Domestic Abuse Survivors and Their Pets ST. LOUIS , Oct. 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Purina honored actor and entrepreneur Sarah Hyland at the Variety Power of Women Los Angeles event presented by Lifetime on Thursday, October 24 for her advocacy for domestic abuse survivors.
Actor Julie Bowen delivered an inspiring speech to her former co-star before handing her the award, which builds on the Purple Leash Project , an innovative partnership between Purina and nonprofit RedRover to create safe spaces for domestic abuse survivors and their pets. "Sarah's personal experience has made her a strong advocate for the role dogs play in our emotional well-being, and her love for her dogs over the years – Barkley, Carl and Boo – mirrors what so many of us feel—especially women who've been abused," said Julie Bowen in her remarks at the event. "Sarah's courage to stand up for herself has inspired countless others to do the same.
" As a pet lover and survivor of abuse, Hyland has found healing in shining a light on the dark issue of domestic abuse, which can happen in all types and stages of relationships. She experienced the incredible power of the human-pet bond to provide comfort and companionship during difficult times firsthand. "October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month and, while it is not the easiest topic to talk about, it is of the utmost import.