www.youtube.com – WDAM 7 | The Pine Belt's Local News Station – 2024-04-28 22:51:54

SUMMARY: April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month, and the Schaefer Center for Crisis Intervention in Pine Belt is working to break the stigma by encouraging everyone to get involved. They provide counseling and resources for victims of sexual assault, emphasizing the importance of being an active bystander to prevent or stop sex-related crimes. Every 68 seconds, an American is sexually assaulted, with one out of every six women and about 3% of men being victims. The Green Dot training empowers the community to intervene by being direct, delegating, or distracting in situations of potential harm. Taking action can make a difference in reducing the number of victims.

Shafer Center offering ‘Green Dot' training.

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www.youtube.com – 16 WAPT News Jackson – 2024-04-28 18:21:43

SUMMARY: Children in Jackson are being taught discipline and teamwork through the Police Athletic League (PALS) program, which involves basketball and classroom lessons. The goal is to keep kids out of trouble by keeping them busy and active. Solomon Vance, a 13-year-old participant, credits the program for helping kids stay out of trouble and building relationships with law enforcement. The program aims to make a direct impact on youth by providing a positive outlet and support system outside of their households. As youth crime rates increase, programs like PALS help steer kids in the right direction and provide a sense of community and support.

Jackson Police host youth basketball league

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www.youtube.com – 16 WAPT News Jackson – 2024-04-28 18:10:11

SUMMARY: The festival celebrated its thirty-first year, with eventgoers having the opportunity to celebrate the gift of life. Matt Walker, the legal guardian of organ donor Cody Richardson, heard about Cody's gift through its recipient, Scott Bennett. Richardson's life was tragically cut short at the age of 25, but Walker decided to donate his organs to ensure his legacy lives on. One organ donor can save 8 lives through organ donation and 75 through tissue donation. The event organizers emphasized the importance of honoring the generosity of organ donors and the impact it has on so many lives. Walker also shared his personal connection to organ donation, as his father had a heart transplant years ago.

Jackson man hears heartbeat live in donor recipient of late legal ward

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