Used cell phone drive to support victims of abuse, neglect and violence in Lethbridge
LETHBRIDGE, AB – The Domestic Violence Action Team (DVAT) has launched a brand-new initiative to help vulnerable people living in Lethbridge and surrounding areas.
The Cell Phones for Safety campaign is collecting used cell phones, sim cards and tablets to put in the hands of at risk individuals who may not have access to safe and secure communication.
Coming off of Family Violence Awareness Month in November, DVAT kickstarted the campaign to help victims of abuse, neglect and violence.
Tracy Rocca, Community Domestic Violence Response Lead with Lethbridge Family Services, told LNN, “The phones will increase connection for vulnerable citizens, it provides them with formal and informal support. So, a formal support is someone like police, shelters, counseling, school, any medical help they may need like doctors’ appointments, access to 911.”