Jonathan Roberts Apr 25, 2021 “Put a finger down if you ever said yes to a sexual encounter out of fear,” the woman read aloud. The four other women with her each put down a finger. “Put a finger down if you were ever coerced into unwanted sexual experiences,” she continued, all five putting a…
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by Maria Roberts Wednesday, April 21st 2021 The Branch House Family Justice Center provides services and assistance to sexual assault victims 24-7. In March 2020 the center opened an on-site forensic exam room. An on-call nurse is always available to assist victims so they do not have to wait at a hospital. “After someone has experienced…
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by WCYB Staff Thursday, April 22nd BLOUNTVILLE, Tenn. (WCYB) — A special event to honor victims of crime took place Wednesday as part of National Crime Victim’s Rights Week. Members of the HOPE Organization visited the Sullivan County Justice Center to pin purple ribbons on prosecutors, investigators and victim advocates to show appreciation . Joan Berry’s…
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by: Ashley Sharp Posted: Apr 22, 2021 / 05:55 PM EDT / Updated: Apr 22, 2021 / 06:18 PM TRI-CITIES, Tenn. (WJHL) — This month marks the 20th year April has been recognized as Sexual Assault Awareness Month. Organizations in the Tri-Cities say there is a lot of work to be done to help victims. For many victims, the Branch…
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