Human & Sex Trafficking Awareness Month - January 2026

PROCLAMATION

Human & Sex Trafficking Awareness Month
WHEREAS, human and sex trafficking are serious crimes that violate fundamental human
rights and impact individuals, families, and communities across the Town of Fountain
Hills; and

WHEREAS, trafficking often occurs in plain sight and affects people of all ages, genders,
and backgrounds, making community awareness and education essential to prevention
and early intervention; and

WHEREAS, informed and engaged residents play a critical role in recognizing the warning
signs of trafficking, reporting suspicious activity, and supporting victims and survivors; and

WHEREAS, the Maricopa County Attorney’s Office is launching the Break the Chain
campaign to promote prevention, awareness, and community responsibility in addressing
human and sex trafficking; and

WHEREAS, raising awareness helps reduce stigma, encourages reporting, and connects
victims and survivors to critical resources and services;

NOW THEREFORE, |, Gerry M. Friedel, Mayor, along with the Council of the Town of
Fountain Hills, Arizona, do hereby proclaim the month of January as

HUMAN & SEX TRAFFICKING AWARENESS MONTH

in the Town of Fountain Hills, and encourage all residents, businesses, schools, and
community organizations to participate in awareness efforts, learn the signs of trafficking,
and work together to protect the safety and dignity of all members of our community.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, | have hereunto set my hand and caused the Seal of the Town of
Fountain Hills to be affixed this 20" of January, 2026.

Army Puede l,

Gerry M. FAedel, Mayor

ATTEST:

Bevelyn J. Bender, Town Clerk