Proclamation No2022-8 Sexual Assault&Prevention Month
Proclamation No. 2022-8
WHEREAS nationally one in three women and one in four men will experience some form of sexual assault in their lifetime; and
WHEREAS sexual assault awareness and prevention month draws attention to the fact that sexual violence is widespread and has implications for every community member; and
WHEREAS there is compelling evidence that we can be successful in reducing sexual violence through prevention education, increased awareness, and holding perpetrators who commit acts
of violence responsible for their actions; and
WHEREAS we must work together to educate our community about what can be done to prevent sexual assault and how to support survivors; and
WHEREAS anyone can be a leader in preventing and ending sexual violence. As employers, educators, parents, and friends, we all have an obligation to uphold the basic principle that
every individual should be free from violence and fear.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, Andy Brauninger, Mayor of Huntsville Texas,
DO HEREBY PROCLAIM April 2022 as
Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month