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Goodhue County proclaims April 2026 Sexual Assault Awareness and Child Abuse Prevention Month
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The Goodhue County Board adopted a proclamation designating April 2026 as Sexual Assault Awareness and Child Abuse Prevention Month, citing local reporting patterns and new 24/7 forensic exam access at a local advocacy partner.
The Goodhue County Board voted to adopt a proclamation designating April 2026 as Sexual Assault Awareness Month and Child Abuse Prevention Month for Goodhue County.
County Attorney Erin told commissioners the county is not immune to the national and statewide patterns of harm and urged support for survivors. "1 in 3 girls, 1 in 5 boys," Erin said, summarizing statistics included with the proclamation and noting the lifelong physical, mental and emotional impacts of sexual violence and child abuse.
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