I just learned this morning that April has been declared as Sexual Assault Awareness month.
I have been working with the students at my church now for the past 8-9 years. I have seen evidence of verbal abuse and some physical abuse, but never any sexual abuse. I believe that it is happening, but many are afraid to come forward. I tell the students over and over again…..if you are being abused in any way, whether it is verbally, physically, or sexually, let me or another youth worked know. If we find evidence that this is happening, our responsibility is to go to the proper authorities. Nobody should EVER have to endure being abused in any manner. Some may think it is their fault and that’s why they don’t say anything. It is NOT their fault. They are the victims and the person doing this to them needs to be punished.
Well, yesterday afternoon, myself and several other Central Oklahoma REACT members attended the Wild Weather Event in Midwest City. It was hosted by the Midwest City Chamber of Commerce and David Payne, meteorologist from KFOR, was the speaker. Our team had a table set up at the event so we could do some recruiting. It was a fun event and we got to meet many people. We talked to visitors and even programmed a weather radio for someone. I had a good time, although, I really expected to see more video. David Payne had a long question and answer session and most of the questions were good…..I just thought we would see more video. The event ended at 7:15 pm. Afterwards, several of us went to a hot wings place and ate.
Today the temperatures are suppose to be back up in the 70’s, with strong winds. With the strong winds comes high fire danger. Our REACT team is on alert as I type this, however, since most of us work during the day, we won’t be available until after 4 pm. We have been monitoring the fire calls in case our assistance is needed for traffic control.
http://www.neighborhoodlink.com/OCFD_Citizens_Fire_Academy_Alumni_Association
http://www.okcentralreact.org/
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