Alaskans Choose Respect - March at Noon March 31

As I've said since he announced his sexual assault initiative, it's heavy on the stick and light on the prevention, but it does put a spotlight on one of Alaska's most critical issues.  And others are pushing for more prevention so it will evolve.    Here's an email that went out to State Employees. 

 

  Choose Respect - the March
Dear State Employees, Tomorrow, March 31st, we will launch Alaskans Choose Respect, a statewide series of events designed to raise awareness of the epidemic of domestic violence and sexual assault in Alaska. I encourage you to spend your lunch break participating in the event in your community. Marches and rallies are taking place in Anchorage, Fairbanks, and Juneau at noon, and at various times and locations in 15 other partner communities around the state. It is my hope that you will join us – the administration, Alaska’s non-profits, stakeholders, members of the Legislature, and all Alaskans – as we raise awareness and challenge Alaskans to “Choose Respect.” I will kick off the statewide event in Juneau by leading a march from the steps of the Capitol at noon, and rain or shine, I hope you’ll join us in taking a stand for what is right and choose respect. The march will conclude at Marine Park at 12:45pm. Working together, Alaskans can make a difference and create a culture of respect in our state. More information on community events, times, and locations can be found on the Choose Respect website  

If you have any questions, please call my office at 465-3500. Best regards,