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RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING FEBRUARY 2016 AS
NATIONAL TEEN DATING VIOLENCE PREVENTION AND AWARENESS MONTI il
WHEREAS, one in three adolescents in the United States is a victim of physical, emotional,
sexual or verbal abuse from a dating partner, a figure that far exceeds victimization rates for other
types of violence affecting youth; and
WHEREAS, in 2015, the number of youth seeking services at Catalyst Domestic Violence
Services, as either victims of dating violence or as children of victims of dating violence, exceeded
200 individuals, Although these numbers give us a snapshot of the prevalence of teen dating
violence in Butte County, it does not include those who are unaware or unable to access Catalyst
services; and
WHEREAS women and girls between the ages of 16 and 24 experience the highest rates of
intimate partner violence — almost three times the national average; and
WHEREAS, youth who experience violence in a dating relationship are at increased risk of
substance abuse, depression, poor academic performance, teen pregnancy, suicide, eating
disorders, and carrying patterns of abuse into future relationships; and
WHEREAS, many teenagers do not recognize the severity of dating abuse. Only 33% of teens
who are in an abusive relationship ever tell anyone about the abuse, and 81% of parents either
believe teen dating violence is not an issue or admit they do not know if it is; and
WHEREAS, LGBTO+ teens report rates of physical and emotional abuse that are 10-20%
higher than heterosexual youth. Teen dating violence has been linked to other forms of violence and
aggression against peers, including bullying, sexual harassment, sexual violence, and physical
violence; and
WHEREAS, it is essential to raise community awareness and to provide training for teachers,
counselors and school staff so that they may recognize when youth are exhibiting signs of dating
violence, including extreme jealousy, constant monitoring, and possessiveness; and
WHEREAS, teen dating violence intervention and prevention programs can help to ensure a
positive school climate and safe learning environment for all pupils, address warning signs of dating
violence among pupils before behaviors escalate, and protect the safety of targeted students; and
WHEREAS, we acknowledge the responsibility we each have to end this cycle of fear,
isolation, and abuse. Healthy relationships are built on respect, trust, and equality.
NOW, THEREFORE E IT RESOLVED, the Butte County Board of Supervisors do hereby
proclaim February 2016 as National Teen Dating Violence Awareness and Prevention Month. The
Board urges all residents of Butte County to support efforts in their schools, community groups, and
families to empower young people in learning skills to have safe and healthy relationships. The Board
encourages community leaders to assist those experiencing abuse in finding and accessing
information and support services, to engage in activities that prevent and respond to dating violence,
to prioritize healthy relationships in their own lives, and to engage in discussions with community
members of all ages about dating violence prevention in their communities.
PASSED AND ADOPTED by the Butte County Board of Supervisors this day 9th of February,
2016, by the following votes:
AYES: Supervisor Connelly, Wahl, Kirk, Lambert, and Teeter
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
NOT VOTING: NONE
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Bill Connelly, Chair t
Board of Supervisors
ATTEST:
Paul Hahn Chief Administrative Officer, and
Clerk of the Board of Supervisors
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