Explanation
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To recognize and honor the "Help Kids Find Their Way" Awareness Campaign and to commend the Huckleberry House for their tireless commitment and dedication to the youth.
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WHEREAS, parental substance abuse is the largest predictor of runaway behavior in youth; and,
WHEREAS, prior to leaving home, nearly half (43%) of youth reported being beaten by a caretaker; and
WHEREAS, 37% of teens who run away report they left because of family dynamics; and
WHEREAS, to highlight the importance of the "Help Kids Find Their Way" Awareness Campaign thousands of green light bulbs and educational materials will be distributed to citizens and community organization to increase awareness of issues facing runaway teens and to help educate people about how they can support teens before they make dangerous choices; and
WHEREAS, by turning on a green light bulb the citizens of our community will show their support for our youth and to encourage them to be safe and now, therefore:
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COLUMBUS:
That this Council wishes to recognize and honor the Huckleberry House for it's outstanding service and dedication to the youth and to wish them much success with the "Help Kids Find Their Way" Awareness Campaign and to encourage citizens to educate themselves about runaway children.