In honor of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, Dr. Brittani McNeal, associate professor and program director of Doctor of Science in Public Safety, was honored with the Marsy’s Law Champion Award for her groundbreaking work in creating a Victim Services Certification program at the University of West Georgia.
"The program is designed to enhance the professional development of future crime victim advocates and expand the number of skilled, compassionate professionals entering the criminal justice field with a trauma-informed, survivor-centered approach to supporting victims of crime."
Each year, Marsy’s Law for Georgia recognizes individuals/organizations that demonstrate outstanding commitment to advancing victims’ rights.
"I am deeply proud of Drs. Fleming, McNeal, Mills, and Pazzani for their initiative in creating this program with the Prosecuting Attorneys’ Council of Georgia," said Dr. Michael Johnson, president of the University of West Georgia. "Their work exemplifies the highest standards of academic excellence and civic engagement, and we are honored to celebrate their contributions and the impact they will continue to make in our communities."
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