YMCA campaign aims to protect kids from sexual abuse

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MONROE — The Monroe Family YMCA's Five Days of Action to Protect Children From Abuse campaign continues through April 19.

"This weeklong campaign raises awareness and inspires adults to act to protect children from sexual abuse. A series of social media posts and educational collateral, providing information and resources, will be provided," the YMCA said in a news release. "The Monroe Family YMCA encourages adults and organizations to join in marking this special week as Monroe County comes together to make the community a safer place for children to live, learn and play."

Monroe Family YMCA staff members (from left): Jay Heinzerling, Haleigh Hurley, Penny Marino, Kristin Irwin, Lizzy Stritt and Hawk Mielke are shown in front of the YMCA's sign announcing the Pinwheels for Prevention child abuse awareness campaign, which the YMCA annually offers with the Child Advocacy Network.
Monroe Family YMCA staff members (from left): Jay Heinzerling, Haleigh Hurley, Penny Marino, Kristin Irwin, Lizzy Stritt and Hawk Mielke are shown in front of the YMCA's sign announcing the Pinwheels for Prevention child abuse awareness campaign, which the YMCA annually offers with the Child Advocacy Network.

“The children of Monroe County have the right to a happy and safe childhood, and it's our responsibility as adults and organizations to stand up to protect that right,” said Penny Marino, CFO, human resource director and certified Praesidium Guardian for the Monroe Family YMCA. “By participating in the Five Days of Action campaign, we hope to inspire other organizations and members of our community to create safe spaces that protect children from sexual abuse.”

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For more information about preventing child sexual abuse, visit fivedaysofaction.org.

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