Photograph by Alan J. Schaben/Los Angeles TimesStorm watch 2008! Rain Storms Invade the Southland! People stocking up on canned goods and charging their flashlights. Ok, it has been raining pretty steadily here in LA, and the drainage system leaves a lot to be desired. However, this rain is much needed, and as the sounds make pretty tin noises outside my window, like someone tinkering with their invention, it reminded me of another RAINN that is always much needed.
As part of RAINN's (Rape and Incest National Network)Speaker's Bureau, we were reminded us that April, National Sexual Assault Awareness & Prevention month, will soon be upon us. Here's how you can get involved:
*Recruit or Be A Volunteer: Recruit or become a volunteer for your local rape crisis center or the National Sexual Assault Online Hotline.:
You can help RAINN and local centers find volunteers to provide much-needed support to victims of sexual assault and their friends and family members. Visit http://www.rainn.org/ohlvolunteer/process for more details.
I chose the above photo because Angelenos get a bad rap for never leaving the house when it rains.
There are many who will, rain or shine, brave the weather and ride the wave. That's what we try to do.
Let it rain.
