HomeMy WebLinkAboutProclamation - Social Services - Child Abuse Prevention Month 03-15-2005-6a2
ORANGE COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
Child Abuse Prevention Month
Apri12005
WHEREAS, child abuse is a community problem and fmding solutions requires
involvement among people throughout the community; and
WHEREAS, 1,296 children in Orange County were referred to Social Services for
suspected child abuse or neglect last year; and
WHEREAS, the impact of abuse and neglect lasts throughout life; and
WHEREAS, all residents should become more aware of the negative effects of child
abuse/neglect and become involved in supporting parents to raise their children in a safe,
nurharing environment; and
WHEREAS, children who are loved and nurtured grow up to be healthy, creative and
productive community members; and,
WHEREAS, it is the goal of Orange County to improve the quality of life of all children
who live here; and,
WHEREAS, preventing child abuse and breaking the cycle of abuse is the responsibility
of every resident;
NOW, THEREFORE do we, the Board of County Commissioners of Orange County,
North Carolina, hereby proclaim Apri12005 as "Child Abuse Prevention Month" in
Orange County and call upon all residents and organizations to join together to prevent
child abuse.
THIS IS THE 15th DAY OF MARCH 2005.
Moses Carey, Chair
Orange County Board of Commissioners