June was first declared as World Refugee Awareness Month in 2001. Since then, June has been a time to acknowledge strength, courage and perseverance of millions of refugees who live around the globe.
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July was first declared as National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month in 2008.
September was first declared as National Preparedness Month in 2004. Since then, September has been a time to acknowledge the importance, and take steps to prepare for emergencies in our homes, businesses, schools, and communities.
September was first declared as National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month in 2008.
October was first declared as National Domestic Violence Awareness Month in 1989.
October was first declared as National Substance Abuse Prevention Month in 2011.
October was first declared as National Bullying Prevention Month in 2006.
November was first declared as National Homeless Youth Awareness Month in 2007.
Explains how to differentiate between myths and facts regarding child sexual abuse and describes how to effectively respond to adolescent victims of acquaintance rape.