Kerry Washington Speaks Out Against Domestic Violence In This Purple Purse PSA

On Monday, Kerry Washington hosted an event to launch the Allstate Foundation Purple Purse Program, which teaches women about domestic violence and financial abuse.

In this PSA, the “Scandal” star takes a stand against domestic violence.

“One in four women will be a victim of domestic violence,” Washington says in the PSA. “Finances are almost always a weapon of choice. Taking away access to cash, destroying credit, jeopardizing jobs; financial abuse leaves invisible bruises that can take decades to heal.”

The actress designed a purple purse that she has been carrying around with her to call attention to the cause. The color purple is a metaphor for the source of a woman’s power. It’s also the color of domestic violence awareness.

“Help women take control of their purse strings.”