Granite State Times

Concord, NH – Today, Governor Chris Sununu  officially recognizes April 24—30, 2022, as "Crime Victims' Rights Week"  in the State of New Hampshire to raise awareness of the important  victim-focused work provided by New Hampshire's Office of Victim/Witness  Assistance.

"Providing victims with knowledge of their rights and  available services further strengthens their ability to recover by  restoring a sense of self-empowerment," said Governor Chris Sununu. "New  Hampshire is fortunate to have an engaged and proactive community  committed to ensuring that victims of crime know their rights and the  resources available to them."

"Every year, too many Americans suffer trauma as victims of crime,  affecting their well-being and sense of security and dignity," said  Attorney General Formella. "To these victims, we are sending the message  that we are firmly committed to supporting them. We also applaud our  victim advocates and public safety professionals who dedicate themselves  to supporting survivors."

New Hampshire joins communities nationwide in observing National  Crime Victims' Rights Week. This year's theme is, "Rights, Access,  Equity for All Victims." In 1981, President Ronald Reagan proclaimed the  first National Crime Victims' Rights Week to acknowledge the abuse and  trauma victims of crimes often experience and to recognize victim  advocates. Each April, New Hampshire is proud to promote awareness about  victimization, reaffirm a commitment to reducing trauma for victims and  their loved ones, honor crime victims and advocate on their behalf.

The Attorney General's Office of Victim/Witness Assistance provides  direct services and 24-hour a day support to victims in all of the  state's homicide cases, as well as to victims of elder abuse or  financial exploitation. This office is also tasked with developing  policies and training resources for professionals throughout the state  working with victims of crime. More information about the Office of  Victim/Witness Assistance and other resources are available here: https://www.doj.nh.gov/criminal/victim-assistance/index.htm.

Note: A copy of the proclamation can be found here

Original source can be found here.