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Henderson County proclaims April 2026 Sexual Assault Awareness Month
Summary
Henderson County Commissioners Court adopted a proclamation urging community awareness, support for survivors and stronger responses to sexual violence; the proclamation was introduced by local advocates and approved unanimously.
Henderson County on Tuesday adopted a proclamation recognizing April 2026 as Sexual Assault Awareness Month and urged increased community support for survivors and stronger coordination among local service providers.
A community representative read the proclamation to commissioners, saying the observance "calls attention to the fact that assault violence is widespread and impacts every person in Henderson County" and urging residents to "increase awareness about violence, decrease its frequency, and hold offenders accountable." County Judge McKinney thanked the volunteers and organizations in the room and invited a commemorative photo after the proclamation was adopted.
Speakers from the county and local advocacy groups noted the need for better education for both first responders and residents. The reader of the proclamation highlighted services needed for survivors, including medical attention, mental‑health support, housing assistance and advocacy during criminal proceedings.
The court voted to adopt the proclamation by unanimous voice vote. No formal budgetary action accompanied the proclamation; commissioners described the item as an annual recognition and expressed appreciation for the work of local partners.
The adoption concludes with the court encouraging residents to participate in outreach and support services offered by local organizations.
