FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
April 8, 2019
Contact: Scott Alonso, 925-957-8638
[email protected]
Contra Costa County District Attorney’s Office Commemorates
National Crime Victims’ Rights Week, April 7-13
Martinez, Calif. – The Contra Costa County District Attorney’s Office, in commemoration of National Crime Victims’ Rights Week (NCVRW), April 7-13, 2019, is raising awareness about crime victims’ issues and rights and introducing the community to the important resources and services available. Tomorrow at 9:30 a.m., the Contra Costa County Board of Supervisors will be presenting a proclamation in recognition of National Crime Victims’ Rights Week. Our Office will then host a recognition ceremony to honor the awardees of National Crime Victims’ Rights Week.
The awardees for this year’s recognition are as follows:
Special Courage: Juliann Marlang
Making a Difference: Sarah Alpert
Above and Beyond: Jesse Gregory
Victim Advocate: Sandra Guiterrez-Banales
Support Staff: Laura Muro
DA Investigations: Senior Inspector Rick Rivera
Attorney: Deputy District Attorney Alison Chandler
Law Enforcement: Detective Joseph Nunemaker
Probation Officer: Nancy Kenoyer
During the week, the District Attorney’s Office is honoring champions in advocating for expanded support and services to communities affected by crime.
- Tuesday, April 9, 9:30 a.m. at the Contra Costa County Board of Supervisors Chambers (651 Pine Street, Martinez), then our office is hosting the 9th Annual Crime Victims’ Rights Week Recognition Ceremony, 10:30 a.m. to 12 noon, 900 Ward Street, Martinez, RSVP to 925-957-8650.
- Thursday, April 11, 6:30 p.m. vigils in two locations: 2151 Salvio Street, Concord (Family Justice Center) and 65 Civic Ave, Pittsburg (Pittsburg City Hall)
- Saturday, April 13. 5:30 p.m. Survivors Speak National Healing Vigil, 2621 Shane Drive, Richmond (Sojourner Truth Church)
This year’s theme – Honoring Our Past. Creating Hope for the Future. – encourages commemoration, honor, and respect toward the crime victim advocates, allied professionals, and selfless volunteers who have courageously worked for increased rights for crime victims. The theme also invites us to look toward a future of inclusive, accessible, and innovative resources and services for survivors.
For additional information about this year’s National Crime Victims’ Rights Week and how to assist victims in your community, please contact our office at 925-957-8650 or visit www.contracostada.org.
For additional ideas on how to support victims of crime, visit OVC’s website at www.ovc.gov.
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