October was National Domestic Violence Awareness Month. During this month, our community joined together to promote greater public awareness about domestic violence. It was an excellent opportunity for our community to demonstrate its support in ending domestic violence and show support to the numerous victims who are among us. Moreover, it was a wonderful opportunity to educate the public on the seriousness of domestic violence and the prevalence of this epidemic in our lives.
The Ark Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Shelter board of directors and staff would like to offer our sincere appreciation to the following for their part in making Domestic Violence Awareness month a success: Brownwood Bulletin, Brownwood Janitorial, BrownwoodNews.com, Citizens National Bank, Forget-Me-Not Florist, Hallum Floral & Gifts, KOXE Radio Station, Lamar Signs, Live Oak Pharmacy, Ricardo’s Tortilla Factory, Santa Anna Grocery, Sliger’s Produce, and Walmart.
For the proclamations declaring October 2009 as Domestic Violence Awareness Month: Honorable Judges E. Ray West, III, Brown County; James Arthur, Comanche County; Jimmie Hobbs, Coleman County; Brownwood Mayor Bert V. Massey, II; Early Mayor Robert Mangrum; Comanche Mayor Dr. Raymond Stepp; and Coleman Mayor Nick Poldrack.
We also would like to convey our appreciation to Wendlee Broadcasting for the publicity and hosting of our Drive-Thru Lunch event, as well as Howard Payne University’s Girling Center for Social Justice, Dan and Lynn Humeniuk and their students for hosting and attending The Candlelight Vigil. A special thanks to our Candlelight Vigil speaker, Andrea Moore, for her courage to speak about the loss of her daughter to domestic violence and all who attended and played a part in these events.
During this month, we rededicated ourselves to protecting vulnerable members of our society and ensuring domestic abusers are punished to the full extent of the law. We encouraged victims of domestic violence and their families to seek assistance. Together, we can help heal hearts and build a culture in which all citizens of Brown, Coleman, and Comanche counties can safely pursue and realize their dreams.
If you or someone you know is in an abusive relationship call The Ark’s 24-hour, 7 day a week hotline at 325/643-2699 or 1-888-313-2699.
Sincerely,
The Board of Directors and Staff of
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