Team Orange,
This month we celebrate Women ’ s History and International Women ’ s Day. We are also called to advocate for the protection of our children from violence and neglect as Child Abuse prevention month approaches in April. While I sometimes wish it wasn ’ t necessary to call attention to various populations so that we give people and their concerns the recognition they deserve, life is complicated, and the world can be a busy place. The regular pattern of calling attention to people and issues is one role that county government can play in helping our community learn and grow together. Appreciating the contributions that women play in our society and the protection of children are particularly poignant concerns as we watch the unfolding horrors of war in Ukraine. These events remind us that evil exists in the world, and totalitarianism continues to pose a threat to democracy and our way of life. Innocent civilians, including women and children, are the daily victims of Putin ’ s war machine. But even under such circumstances, women and children are meeting the moment with stories of kindness, acts of bravery, and efforts to sustain their communities. Surely, under peacetime conditions, we can do our part to recognize and support women in our own community and protect Orange County ’ s children from abuse and neglect.
- Ted Voorhees, Orange County Administrator
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