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Sweetwater County proclaims October 2024 Domestic Violence Awareness Month; YWCA to host Purple Glow Run/Walk
Summary
The board proclaimed October 2024 as Domestic Violence Awareness Month and approved a proclamation noting local survivor services and the YWCA-sponsored Purple Glow Run/Walk on Oct. 11, 2024 at 6:30 p.m.; commissioners acknowledged the county's only domestic violence shelter is run by the YWCA.
The Sweetwater County Board of County Commissioners approved a proclamation recognizing October 2024 as Domestic Violence Awareness Month and urged citizens to support victims and advocacy organizations.
The proclamation notes national statistics on intimate partner violence and recognizes local survivors and advocates. The board recorded details of a local awareness event: the YWCA will host the second annual Purple Glow Run/Walk on 10/11/2024, starting at 6:30 p.m., which will include a Silent Witness Memorial and a family-friendly 5K. One commissioner added that the county's domestic violence shelter is the only one in the county and is operated by the YWCA.
Commissioner Toman moved to approve the proclamation and Commissioner Jones seconded; the motion carried unanimously. The board said it would provide a copy of the proclamation to the YWCA.
The proclamation is intended to raise awareness and make residents aware of local services for victims.
