Statement Regarding Victim Blaming

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June 27, 2019

Media Release: Statement Regarding Victim Blaming

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

June 27, 2019

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Jenn Oxborrow

801-232-4441

joxborrow@udvc.org

Statement Regarding Victim Blaming

Salt Lake City, Utah – The recent disappearance of Mackenzie Lueck has resulted in many people speculating on what may have happened to her and why—with much of the speculation being a blatant form of victim blaming.

While we do not know the details of Mackenzie’s disappearance, we do know that victim blaming and shaming is inappropriate and unacceptable. In addition to perpetuating myths about abuse, assault, and violence, victim blaming wrongly excuses the perpetrator’s behaviors.

Our focus should solely be on the safety and wellbeing of Mackenzie Lueck.

In times like this it is critical for all members of the public to know that free and confidential help and support for victims and survivors of domestic or intimate partner violence is available, statewide, twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week:

1-800-897-LINK (5465)

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Utah Statistics: http://www.health.utah.gov/vipp/topics/domestic-violence/

Free, Confidential 24-Hour LINKLine: 1-800-897-LINK (5465)

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CAPSA is a non-profit domestic violence, sexual abuse, and rape recovery center serving Cache County and the Bear Lake area.
Founded in 1984, The Center for Women and Children in Crisis has been in continuous operation for 33 years. Our mission is to provide a caring, advocating, safe, and educationally based environment for survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault.
The DOVE Center is the only area agency providing safe-shelter, crisis intervention, and prevention for clients who have been victimized by violence in their home – whether by a family member or cohabitant – that also serves victims of rape and sexual assault.
Founded in 1922, Legal Aid Society of Salt Lake is a non-profit organization that promotes safety, stability and self-sufficiency for low income families and individuals, as well as victims of domestic violence, through effective, efficient legal advocacy and assistance.
New Hope Crisis Center has been serving Box Elder County for 30 years. Our mission is to provide all-inclusive, integrated, victim-centered services to stabilize and support individuals, families, and our community.
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Today, the YWCA is Utah’s most comprehensive provider of family violence services; our programs include walk-in services and a crisis line, emergency shelter, transitional housing, children’s programs, and a vast array of supportive services.

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