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Mayor proclaims April 2018 Sexual Assault Awareness Month; local advocates thank council
Summary
Mayor Craig Swanse issued a proclamation designating April 2018 as Sexual Assault Awareness Month in Weatherford; a local program representative thanked the council and the Weatherford Police Department for their partnership.
Mayor Craig Swanse read a proclamation declaring April 2018 Sexual Assault Awareness Month in the city of Weatherford, urging public awareness and prevention of sexual violence and encouraging residents to support survivors.
The proclamation described the campaign theme, "Embrace Your Voice," and said the effort seeks to promote safety, respect and everyday consent across the community. A program representative thanked the council and the Weatherford Police Department for their work with victims and noted local youth outreach programs.
The mayor closed the agenda item by encouraging continued community engagement in prevention efforts and by noting that while April is a focal month, opportunities to act occur throughout the year.
