The Shadow
National Crime Victims’ Rights Week, April 6-12, 2025
Connection Healing
Whereas crime affects individuals, families, and communities in profound and varied ways, often leaving
lasting physical, emotional, and social challenges.
Whereas the concept of kinship underscores the connections that build bridges to support, services,
and shared strength among survivors, advocates, and communities.
Whereas kinship is the foundation of victim advocacy, inspiring trauma-informed care that meets
survivors where they are.
Whereas through kinship, we build peer networks and community alliances that empower survivors,
foster resilience and offer pathways to healing.
Whereas KINSHIP reminds us of the strength that comes from connection, the importance of listening to
every voice, and the power we have to create lasting change when we work together.
Now, therefore, we,
The Alleghany County Board of Supervisors/Mayor of the City of Covington,
Proclaim the week of April 6-12, 2025, as Crime Victims’ Rights Week.
This proclamation reaffirms our dedication to building connections, standing in kinship with survivors, and creating a future where healing and hope are within reach for everyone.
