Safe Passage: Here for survivors
Leslie Johnson holds a rock painted with a positive message on one side and information for Safe Passage Violence Prevention Center on the back.
KAYE THORNBRUGH/Press file
COEUR d’ALENE — Two in five women and one in five men in Idaho have experienced sexual violence during their lifetime, according to the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare.
It’s a staggering statistic, but local advocates say it’s important not to turn away from the harsh reality — especially not in April, which is both National Sexual Assault Awareness Month and Child Abuse Awareness Month.
“Coming from this community, I know how special it is,” said Amanda Krier, executive director of Safe Passage. “It’s a great place to live and if we talk about violence, it doesn’t diminish that. Being able to talk about that doesn’t take away from the fact that this is a beautiful community and the people here are amazing.”
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