Upcoming events bring awareness to domestic violence

DAWN-Attorney's for Women share local events

Updated: Thursday, 07 Feb 2013, 8:36 PM EST
Published : Thursday, 07 Feb 2013, 8:36 PM EST

Grand Rapids, MIch. (WOTV) - Dawn-Attorney's for Women are sharing some local events that help bring awareness to domestic violence.  Show your support for this cause by attending an event that's happening during the month of February.

 
 
 
 
 
You are invited to join the V-Day Rising!
 
When: Thursday, February 14 at 5:30 pm
 
Where: Michigan Abolitionist Project Office
*77 Monroe Center, Suite 404   Downtown Grand Rapids
*After 5pm the door of 77 Monroe is locked and the elevator requires a code.
MAP will have someone at the door to let people in 5:30 - 6 pm
 
RSVP to Amy at amy.bercher@kentcountymi.gov
 
 
We will have sign making materials at the MAP Office  so come with inspiring slogan ideas to make your sign!
We will march from MAP to join a flashmob near the Amway starting at 7 pm.
Learn the dance steps for the flashmob and check out other GR One Billion Rising  events we may also want to join in at:  http://onebillionrising.org /

 

Anatomy of a Domestic Violence Case

When: Thursday, February 28, Noon to 1:30 PM


Where: Kent County Courthouse
5th Floor Conference Room
180 Ottawa Ave NW
Grand Rapids, MI 49503


Description: This presentation will follow a domestic
violence case from the time the police arrive at the
scene and as the case progresses through the criminal
justice system.

Cost & Registration: This event is free and open to the public.

No prior registration needed.

Speakers:

 

 

Mr. Chris Becker, Kent County Chief Assistant

Prosecuting Attorney and Ms. Sandra Maddox, Grand

Rapids Domestic Assault Response Team (DART)

 

  • Gail Saukas
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Gail Saukas

Background:
DAWN Practice Manager

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