TPCG Proclaims October 2024 as Domestic Violence Awareness Month

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During their recent meeting, the Terrebonne Parish Council issued a proclamation declaring the month of October 2024 as Domestic Violence Awareness Month and the day of Tuesday, October 3, 2024 as Paint the Parish Purple Day in Terrebonne Parish.


 

The proclamation read as follows: “Whereas, Louisiana has ranked at least 5th in the nation in the homicide rate among female victims killed by male offenders in single victim/single offender incidents over the past 10 years; and

 

“Whereas, in a study of domestic violence homicides, it was found that 20% of victims were not the intimate partner themselves, but family members, friends, neighbors, persons who intervened, law enforcement, or bystanders; and

 

“Whereas, domestic violence is a profound and pervasive issue affecting hundreds of individuals and families across Terrebonne Parish, with far-reaching consequences for health, safety, and well-being; and

 

“Whereas, domestic violence transcends all boundaries of age, race, gender, socioeconomic status, and geographical location, impacting people from all walks of life; and

 

“Whereas, the effects of domestic violence extend beyond the immediate victims, inflicting harm on children, families, and entire communities, and placing a significant burden on societal resources; and

 

“Whereas, raising awareness about domestic violence is crucial to preventing and addressing this issue, providing support to survivors, and holding perpetrators accountable; and


 

“Whereas, the Haven and other dedicated organizations, advocates, and individuals work tirelessly to provide support services, raise awareness, and promote education on domestic violence, striving to create a safer, more peaceful society; and

 

“Whereas, we recognize the importance of promoting prevention strategies, improving access to resources for victims, and fostering a culture of respect, empathy, and accountability.

 

“Now, therefore be it resolved, that the Terrebonne Parish Council, on behalf of the Parish President and the entire Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government, hereby proclaims the month of October 2024 as “Domestic Violence Awareness Month,” and be it further resolved that Thursday October 3, 2024 be proclaimed as “Paint the Parish Purple Day,” and that all citizens be urged to wear purple to show their support in the work to end domestic violence, to speak out against domestic violence, and to support these local efforts to assist victims of these crimes in finding the help and healing they need.”

 

The proclamation was accepted by Julie Pellegrin, Executive Director of the Haven, Inc. “Thank you to everyone for taking the time to recognize October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month,” said Pellegrin. “We only have to look at recent headlines to understand the importance of the services the Haven provides, and the extreme importance of making our community aware of this issue. Thank you for helping us make our community safer.”

 

To watch the Terrebonne Parish Council meeting in full, please click here.