LAS VEGAS - Nevada Attorney General Catherine Cortez Masto has announced that the Nevada Council for the Prevention of Domestic Violence (NCPDV) will hold its next meeting in Battle Mountain.
The meeting will be held on July 18 at 11:30 a.m. at the Battle Mountain Civic Center, 625 S. Broad St.
The NCPDV, chaired by Masto, will discuss the need for improvements in domestic violence assistance and prevention efforts among the underserved and rural populations of Nevada.
The mission of the council includes providing direction to the governor and the Legislature on statewide domestic violence policy and legislation; increasing public awareness of the magnitude and seriousness of domestic violence and sexual assault; advocating appropriate changes in law enforcement procedure and increasing access to legal and medical services to survivors in need.
Currently the NDVPC consists of 26 members from various parts of Nevada who represent a variety of disciplines and systems, including law enforcement, the judiciary, prosecution, victim services, health care, education and survivors of domestic violence.
Members of the public are welcome to attend. A complimentary lunch will be served at noon.
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