HomeMy WebLinkAboutPrsntatn - Child Abuse Prevention Day Whereas, children deserve a safe, stable, and permanent home in
order to become productive members of our society; and
Whereas, child abuse is found in families of all social and economic
classes and every racial and ethnic group. Child abuse impacts the entire
community, and finding solutions depends on community involvement to
nurture family growth and inspire future generations; and
Whereas, effective child abuse prevention programs succeed
because of partnerships created among social service agencies, schools,
religious organizations, law enforcement agencies, and the business
community. Through the continued work of volunteers, parents,
community partners, policy makers, and professionals, child abuse may
be eradicated, giving our children a bright, successful future; and
Whereas, all citizens should become more aware of child abuse and
its prevention with the community and become more involved in
supporting parents to raise their children in a safe, nurturing environment;
and
Whereas, since 1978, Olive Crest has helped transform the lives of
thousands of abused, neglected and at-risk children and families in our
community by providing safe homes, counseling and education, reflecting
the belief that strengthening the family is one of the most powerful ways to
help heal children; and
Whereas, every child has a calling and purpose in which safety and
security are key to their development. We partner with Olive Crest in
preventing child abuse, to treating and educating at-risk children and to
preserving the family. .. "One Life at a Time."®
Now, Therefore, I, Sabby Jonathan, Mayor of the City of Palm
Desert, California, Along With the Entire City Council, Do Hereby
Proclaim Thursday, April 12, 2018, as
Child Abuse Prevention Day
in the City of Palm Desert and urge all residents to become more aware
of this nationwide problem and to take necessary actions to prevent child
abuse in their communities.