The City of Temecula will once again light up City Hall during the month of October to promote awareness of Breast Cancer and Domestic Violence. The exterior of Temecula’s Civic Center will glow pink in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month (OCT 1-19), purple for Domestic Violence Awareness Month (OCT 20-31). Temecula remains committed to raising awareness of both of these important causes.
Mayor Maryann Edwards commented, “Each one of us has been affected by these issues in some way, directly or indirectly. Our desire is to encourage our close-knit community to be here for one another in good times and bad. It is gratifying to know that Temecula has so many non-profit organizations leading the way and providing vital resources to our City. I am very proud how we all come together to
support one another through difficult circumstances.”
Mayor Pro Tem and TCSD President Jeff Comerchero stated, “Breast cancer affects one in eight women, and domestic violence affects one in four. Together, these are two of the most significant issues facing our society today, and the City is committed to doing its part to raise awareness of both.”
The Susan G. Komen Foundation has been dedicated to increasing awareness about the importance of the early detection of breast cancer through advocacy and activism since 1982.
The Inland Empire will host Komen’s signature event, Race for the Cure, on October 19th at the Promenade Temecula. Cancer survivor Olivia Newton John will be the guest of honor. October is also Domestic Violence Awareness Month, which evolved from the first Day of Unity observed in October, 1981, by the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence. This movement has connected battered women and advocates across the nation who work together to end violence against women and their children.