WHEREAS, in recognition of Domestic Violence Awareness Month (October 2018), the Victims Services Division of the Hennepin County Attorney’s Office requests that the Hennepin County Board pass a resolution identifying this month as Domestic Violence Awareness Month; and

WHEREAS, the theme of this year’s event is “Take a Stand"; and

WHEREAS, in 2017, the Hennepin County Domestic Abuse Service Center reported 10,200 contacts with victims. This number includes in person, telephone, and court attendance with victims; and

WHEREAS, advocates serve a large and diverse population of individuals who have been victims of domestic violence; and

WHEREAS, the Hennepin County Domestic Abuse Service Center and our community and state partners strive to best serve victims of domestic abuse by building trust and restoring hope; therefore