HomeMy WebLinkAbout20191268.tiffWHEREAS, every child deserves to grow up in a safe, loving and stable family,
free from physical, sexual, emotional and verbal abuse, neglect and exploitation;
and
WHEREAS, child abuse is a national tragedy that crosses racial, ethnic and socio-
economic boundaries and endangers our most precious` and vulnerable resource,
children, who will shape the future of Weld County; and
WHEREAS, strengthening, educating and supporting families is the most effective
way to prevent child abuse and neglect, ensuring the opportunity for children, to
develop in healthy, trusting families, schools and neighborhoods.
NOW, THEREFORE, we, the Commissioners of Weld County, do hereby proclaim
April 2019 as Child Abuse Prevention Month. We urge all citizens to dedicate
themselves to protecting children and connecting with families within their
communities to ensure they are strong and thriving.
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