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By Maj. Gen. Michael Berry
To the Women and Men Heroes Serving the Delaware National Guard:
Thank you for your continued service and commitment. The month of April is
Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month. As we continue to take
precaution and preventative measures in the midst of this COVID-19 pandemic,
please ensure we continue to take preventative measures to prevent sexual
assault.
Taking care of each and every victim of sexual assault within our community
is something myself and your Delaware National Guard leadership takes
seriously. We could not operate successfully without you and we are so
proud to work with you against this invisible war.
As we are challenged with ensuring the safety of ourselves, our families and
the community by social distancing, we hope this provides the opportunity to
reflect upon the progress we have made in establishing a response-focused
infrastructure that supports Service Members who report a sexual assault. It
is important that each and every member continue to understand existing
processes, including how to contact a sexual assault response coordinator,
how to make a report (whether restricted or unrestricted) and the type of
resources, and support available to sexual assault victims, to include the
DoD Safe Helpline (information here).
"Protecting our people protects our mission" is the continued messaging
across all branches of service. Together, we can advance our mission to
provide a military culture where sexual assault and other negative behaviors
are not tolerated, condoned, or ignored, and alleged offenders are held
appropriately accountable.
If you are interested in assisting the program as a victim advocate or are a
victim of sexual assault and would like information or to file a report,
please contact our Joint Force Headquarters Sexual Assault Response
Coordinator, Ms. Estelle Murray at 302-985-7403. All calls are
CONFIDENTIAL.
Stay safe and vigilant!
MICHAEL R. BERRY
Major General
The Adjutant General, Delaware