Tucson, Arizona (KVOA) – April is National Sexual Violence Awareness Month, with local events kicking off on April 5 to mark annual efforts to raise awareness of sexual violence and increase support for survivors increase.

‘Demand Equity: Sexual Assault Affects Everyone’ is the theme of this year’s event. It calls on all individuals and communities to transform themselves and the systems that surround us to build racial equality and respect.

The event is open to the public. Participants are encouraged to wear the color teal to support survivors and promote awareness and accountability for sexual violence.

Pima County Oversight Board Chair Adelita Grijalva and Tucson Mayor Regina Romero join Pima County Attorney Laura Conover and others at an event at the Southern Arizona Sexual Assault Prevention Center at 1600 N. Country Club Road. to start a month-long event. Part of TucSAAM 2023.

“I am proud to be part of a coalition dedicated to serving survivors in Pima County,” said Catrin Monje, director of the Southern Arizona Center Against Sexual Assault. rice field. “But let’s be honest, we all want to quit our jobs. If we want to realize our vision of sending, we must demand equality for all.”

Information about Sexual Assault Awareness Month campaigns and upcoming events can be found at: www.tucsaam.com.