London Lightning tie NBLC Record while Shining the Light on Woman Abuse

London Lightning fans witnessed NBL Canada history while learning about an important organization in the city Sunday afternoon.

London Lightning fans witnessed NBL Canada history while learning about an important organization in the city Sunday afternoon.

In a pregame ceremony, the basketball team brought attention to the London Abused Women’s Centre (LAWC).

Fans were encouraged to wear purple, there were special programs, and an informative video was played on the scoreboard prior to the game.

The lights then went out and fans used their camera phoned to ‘Shine the Light on Woman Abuse.’

“All of the proceeds from this event go directly toward frontline service,” says Jennifer Dunn, the executive director of LAWC.

“That means that we are able to continue to provide immediate access to service to women and girls in our community. It just means so much when awareness of this level comes back to the community so that women and girls know that they're not alone.”