CDCR and CCHCS headquarters staff recently gathered to recognize National Crime Victims’ Rights Week, observed April 6-12.
“It’s a time where communities come together to honor and recognize crime victims and celebrate the advancements in the victims’ rights movement over the past few decades,” said Mariam El-Menshawi, chief of the Office of Victim and Survivor Rights and Services.
Secretary Jeff Macomber said it’s about working together to support the community.
“The theme is kinship, a call to action for everyone to recognize that shared humanity should be at the center of supporting all survivors and victims of crime,” he said.
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Overall, 13 agencies from throughout the region offered information about services they offer. The event also presented a networking opportunity.
Jen Nakagawa, a victims advocate from the San Joaquin District Attorney’s Office, said the missions of the various agencies are rooted in a common cause.
“Ultimately it’s about the victims and make sure their rights are all met,” she said. “We support victims through the entire process, getting them connected to (California Victims Compensation Board) for services.”
Video by Richard Tan, TV Specialist
Photos by Clarissa Resultan, CDCR staff photographer
Story by Don Chaddock, Inside CDCR editor
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