News Flash

CARRBORO, N.C.-- Mayor Damon Seils has proclaimed April as Sexual Assault Awareness Month in the Town of Carrboro.

Sexual violence is widespread and impacts every person in the community. “I encourage all residents to speak out against sexual violence and to support the local community’s efforts to prevent and respond to these crimes,” Mayor Seils said.

Sexual Assault Awareness Month is a national campaign aimed at raising awareness about sexual violence and promoting prevention efforts. The campaign seeks to educate the public about the realities of sexual violence, offer support to survivors, and encourage communities to take action to prevent sexual violence.

Resources and Information:

• The Orange County Rape Crisis Center: https://ocrcc.org/
• National Sexual Violence Resource Center: https://www.nsvrc.org/

Read the full proclamation here: https://www.carrboronc.gov/DocumentCenter/View/12576/2023-Sexual-Assault-Awareness-Month-Proclamation

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