HomeMy WebLinkAbout2021-04-12 ProclamationPROCLAIMING APRIL AS SEXUAL ASSAULT AWARENESS MONTH
WHEREAS, 2021 marks the twentieth anniversary of Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM), a time to
draw attention to the prevalence of sexual assault, sexual harassment, and online harassment,
and educate individuals and communities about how to prevent it; and
WHEREAS, In the United States alone, nearly one in five women and one in 67 men have been raped at
some time in their lives (Smith et al., 2017). One in six boys and one in four girls is sexually
abused before the age of 18 (Dube et al., 2005); and
WHEREAS, Unfortunately, with the increase in virtual connection for work, school, or entertainment comes
an increase in online abuse and harassment, Consent and boundaries can be violated online in
a number of ways; and
WHEREAS, Rape, sexual assault, sexual harassment, and online harassment impact our families,
communities, schools, and workplaces on a daily basis. Sexual violence is widespread and has
public health implications for the whole community; and
WHEREAS, SAAM is an opportunity to recognize organizations that work diligently in partnership and
solidarity with survivors to prevent abuse and violence in our community; and
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NOW, THEREFORE, 1, Daniel J. Tremble, Mayor of the City of Bangor, on behalf of the City Council and the
citizens of Bangor, do hereby proclaim April as Sexual Assault Awareness Month and acknowledge each day of
the year is an opportunity to create change for the future. Prevention is possible when everyon(
and the first step is increasing education, awareness, and community involvement. It's time for
action to create a safer environment for all.
Given this the 12th day of April, 2021
Daniel J. Tremble, Mayor