Event held at RCC Sexual Violence Resource Center highlighted Pellebon’s efforts to support survivors and amplify victims’ voices
MADISON, Wis. – On Wednesday, Marsy’s Law for Wisconsin recognized Dana Pellebon, a Madison crime victim advocate and executive director of the RCC Sexual Violence Resource Center, with its Champion of Crime Victims’ Rights Award for her dedication to improving crime victims’ experiences in the criminal justice system.
WATCH AWARD PRESENTATION HERE.
During her time at the RCC, Pellebon has led an overhaul of client advocacy and counseling, brought licensed therapists on staff to provide free services to survivors in crisis, and, most recently, established a forensic nurse at RCC’s office as a safe, neutral option for victims. She has reached out to survivors who have been historically neglected out of services, and she advocates for sustained funding of victim services in Wisconsin.
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The ceremony commenced with brief remarks and was followed by Marsy’s Law for Wisconsin awarding Pellebon with the Champion of Victims’ Rights Award.
“We applaud Pellebon for her dedication to advocating for crime victims in the Madison area,” said Nela Kalpic, state director for Marsy’s Law for Wisconsin. “People like Pellebon are integral to shedding light on the rights provided to victims through Marsy’s Law and keeping their voice at the front of the criminal justice process.”
WATCH AWARD PRESENTATION HERE.
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