Holding signs that read “RESPECT BOUNDARIES,” EMBRACE YOUR VOICE” AND “ASK FOR CONSENT,” victim advocates gathered at a rally to raise awareness about sexual assault and abuse and to foster an environment that supports survivors.
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NORRISTOWNÂ â Recognizing April as Sexual Assault Awareness Month, the Victim Services Center of Montgomery County has a slate of virtual events all month long.
âFor me, the most important part of Sexual Assault Awareness Month, I think, is to provide our residents of our community really crucial education, but also to remind them that thereâs a free center that can offer services to victims and significant others at no cost,â said Erin Milbourne, direct services supervisor for the Norristown-based nonprofit.
Jessica Carson, community education supervisor for Victim Services Center of Montgomery County, organized this monthâs programming, which aimed to start a dialogue and assist survivors.
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