Training to protect victims of sexual violence and intimidation

Posted 8/21/12

HONESDALE, PA — Janine Edwards, Wayne County District Attorney, announced on October 26 that the Wayne County Anti-Violence Task Force is presenting training for law enforcement, social workers and …

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Training to protect victims of sexual violence and intimidation

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HONESDALE, PA — Janine Edwards, Wayne County District Attorney, announced on October 26 that the Wayne County Anti-Violence Task Force is presenting training for law enforcement, social workers and counselors and others on the Protection for Victims of Sexual Violence and Intimidation Act at the Wayne County Emergency Management Operations Center.

Statistics show that nearly one in four women and one in seven men have suffered severe physical violence by an intimate partner. Edwards said, “During Domestic Violence Awareness Month, we mourn those who have died due to domestic violence, celebrate those who have survived and connect with others in our community to work to end violence. The training assists those fighting every day against violence by educating them on a new law available as a tool to protect victims.” The Protection for Victims of Sexual Violence and Intimidation Act took effect in July of this year. The act applies to adults and minors who are victims of sexual violence, harassment, stalking and intimidation, when the person who is abusing them is not a member of their family or household.

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