Title
Proclamation -- Domestic Violence Awareness Month & Survivors’ Day (Chair Jerrell)
Action
ACTION:
Adopt a proclamation declaring October 2025 as Domestic Violence Awareness Month and October 12, 2025 as Survivors’ Day in Mecklenburg County
Commission Contact: Mark D, Jerrell, Chair
Read By: Commissioner Yvette Townsend-Ingram
Staff Contact: Stacy Lowry, Community Support Services Director
Presentation: Yes
BACKGROUND/JUSTIFICATION:
To honor domestic violence survivors, raise community awareness about the prevalence of domestic violence, and show support for the individuals and organizations who provide advocacy, services and assistance to victims, Mecklenburg County proclaims October 2025 as Domestic Violence Awareness Month and recognizes October 12, 2025 as Domestic Violence Survivors Day. All residents are encouraged to learn about Domestic Violence and the associated resources available in our community.
PROCUREMENT BACKGROUND:
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POLICY IMPACT:
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FISCAL IMPACT:
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