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McLendon-Chisholm proclaims Feb. 26 Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month
Summary
City officials read and signed a proclamation recognizing Feb. 26 as Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month, citing national survey data and encouraging community prevention and survivor support.
McLendon-Chisholm — City officials read a proclamation declaring Feb. 26 Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month, urging residents to support prevention education and survivors.
The proclamation cited national research indicating that "approximately 1 in 5 teen girls and 1 in 10 teen boys in the United States report experiencing physical or [intimate partner] dating violence before graduating from high school," and described the many forms of teen dating abuse, including digital and technology-facilitated behaviors. The document urged community members, schools and local organizations to promote healthy relationships, consent and digital safety.
The proclamation was read aloud and signed (the transcript records a signature line naming Brian McNeil as mayor). Local attendees, including Kira Collard (who introduced the group), thanked the mayor and council and emphasized the importance of awareness and available support services.
