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Proc 9231ProclamationObama · DCeremonial

Proclamation 9231

National Teen Dating Violence Awareness and Prevention Month, 2015

President Obama proclaimed February 2015 as National Teen Dating Violence Awareness and Prevention Month, calling on Americans to support community and school efforts to prevent teen dating violence and promote healthy relationships. The proclamation references existing administration initiatives including the White House Task Force to Protect Students from Sexual Assault and the 1is2many initiative, and provides contact information for the National Dating Abuse Helpline.

Federal Register Open PDF 80 FR 6423

Key directives

  • Proclaim February 2015 as National Teen Dating Violence Awareness and Prevention Month
  • Call upon all Americans to support efforts in communities, schools, and families to empower young people to develop healthy relationships and engage in activities that prevent and respond to teen dating violence

Timeline

Immediate

  • Proclamation of February 2015 as National Teen Dating Violence Awareness and Prevention Month

Near term (90d)

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Long term

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Risks & tensions

  • Proclamation contains no binding mandates or resource commitments; effectiveness depends entirely on voluntary action
  • Reference to prior Task Force and 1is2many initiative suggests these are ongoing efforts not altered by this document
Proclamation 9231: National Teen Dating Violence Awareness and Prevention Month, 2015 · Executive Orders