WHEREAS, throughout our country, millions of people of all ages and from all cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds are victimized by crime each year; and
WHEREAS, those who have fallen victim to crime are not always identified or open about their experiences, and many of them are our friends, family members, neighbors and co-workers; and
WHEREAS, we must compassionately and appropriately support victims and survivors of crime and hold offenders accountable; and
WHEREAS, all victims deserve support and encouragement as they recover and move forward with their lives, and specialized victim assistance programs provide essential services to those affected by crimes such as abuse, stalking, drunk driving, and assault; and
WHEREAS, we recognize the progress made in safeguarding victims’ rights, and acknowledge that continued efforts are necessary to ensure all crime victims are treated with dignity and respect and are supported in regaining their sense of security; and
WHEREAS, Crime Victims’ Rights Week provides an opportunity to recognize the impact of crime on our communities, honor survivors and the advocates who support them, and recommit to ensuring that accessible, appropriate and trauma-informed services are offered to all victims of crime; and
WHEREAS, the State of Alaska prioritizes public safety and is committed to providing the resources necessary for effective law enforcement and prosecution, thereby increasing opportunities for justice.
NOW THEREFORE, I, Mike Dunleavy, GOVERNOR OF THE STATE OF ALASKA, do hereby proclaim April 19 – 25, 2026 as:
Crime Victims’ Rights Week
in Alaska and encourage all Alaskans to join in working to make Alaska the safest State in the country and to help ensure victims of crime are supported, protected, and given proper assistance to heal as they look toward a hopeful future.
Dated: April 19, 2026
