HomeMy WebLinkAboutS Proclamation Child Abuse Prevention MonthORANGE COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
Child Abuse Prevention Month
Apri12003
WHEREAS, child abuse is a community problem and finding solutions requires
involvement among people throughout the community; and
WHEREAS, over 1900 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, 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 citizen;
NOW, THEREFORE do we, the Board of County Commissioners of Orange
County, North Carolina, hereby proclaim Apri12003 as "Child Abuse Prevention
Month" and call upon all citizens and organizations to join together to prevent child
abuse.
THIS IS THE ls~ DAY OF APRIL, 2003.
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Margaret Brown, Chair
Orange County Board of Commissioners