Safe Passage Prevention Specialist Recognized With Outstanding Service Award

The award recognizes a commitment to preventing sexual assault, sexual violence and human trafficking during the COVID-19 pandemic. 

(Batesville, Ind.) - A Safe Passage, Inc. employee has earned a prestigious award. 

The Indiana Coalition to End Sexual Assault and Human Trafficking (ICESAHT) recently recognized nine individuals for their commitment to preventing sexual assault, sexual violence and human trafficking during the COVID-19 pandemic. 

Among the award winners was Sexual Assault Advocate and Prevention Specialist Irina Sorrels, who works for Safe Passage in Batesville. 

Sorrels was recognized with the 2020 Outstanding Service Award for her work as a leading prevention specialists. 

She started in June of 2019 and has done extensive work with various communities in the district. 

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