PG RCMP holding Victims of Crime Awareness Week

RCMP in Prince George are raising awareness on victims of crime all next week.

The theme is “Take Five: Be the Change” and Victim Services Co-ordinator Krista Levar says the seminars focus on men to get to the problem at its source and she says it isn’t as difficult as it sounds.

Events will be held around the city, from workplace bullying to protecting yourself to identity theft.

Over the 5 days, six provocatively themed messages and training events will take place as follows:

Can You See Me?

• Monday April 7^th, 2:00 – 4:00 PM at the Native Friendship Centre, 1600 3^rd Avenue

A workshop that addresses the issues around bullying.

I’m You, Not Me

• Tuesday April 8^th, 6:30 – 8:00 PM at the Civic Centre, 808 Civic Plaza

The Bank of Canada and RCMP present a workshop on protecting yourself against scams and identify theft.

I’m Not Black and Blue

• Wednesday April 9^th, 2:00 – 4:00 PM at the Family Resource Centre, 1200 La Salle Avenue

A workshop that looks at how men can combat domestic violence.

Safe?

• Thursday April 10^th, 9:00 – 11:00 AM at the Native Friendship Centre, 1600 3^rd Avenue

A breakfast workshop on how men can combat sexual violence.

Annual Celebration Gala

• Thursday April 10^th, 6:00 – 9:00 PM at Coast Inn of the North

Honouring Male Champions in our Community who make a difference in combatting violence and celebrating the contribution of those who work in victim services.

Say No to a Hit

• Friday April 11^th, 9:00 – 11:00 AM at the Family Resource Centre, 1200 La Salle Avenue

A workshop exploring the issues around gangs.

All these events are free to the public. Those interested in attending are asked to call RCMP Victim Services at (250)561-3391 to register.