Congressman Geoff Davis : Serving Kentucky's Fourth District

Today, Congressman Davis was awarded the Amy Jones Outstanding Advocate Award from the Women’s Crisis Center (WCC) of Northern Kentucky. 

The Amy Jones Outstanding Advocate Award is presented to individuals who have demonstrated outstanding leadership in the effort to reduce domestic violence in Northern Kentucky.  Selection criteria include leadership, demonstrated impact and recognition among peers.  Congressman Davis was presented the award during the WCC’s Day of Peace celebration, which he attended as a featured speaker. 

Ann Brandon, WCC Senior Public Education Specialist and Chair of the Day of Peace planning committee, said, “Congressman Davis’ tireless dedication to fighting domestic violence makes him an ideal candidate to receive the Amy Jones Outstanding Advocate Award.  Having heard him speak candidly about his own experiences with domestic violence in the past, the Women’s Crisis Center knew that he was personally invested in this cause.  Congressman Davis’ ability to garner bipartisan support for the HEARTH Act, which includes provisions to protect not only the homeless, but also victims of domestic violence and their children, further highlights his strong commitment to combating domestic violence.”

Congressman Davis stated, “The key to success in the fight against domestic violence is not only building awareness, but also building relationships.  We need to show those who are caught in the cycle of violence that there is a way out and a future filled with hope, if they are willing to pursue it.  It is an honor to receive this award, and I want to thank the Women’s Crisis Center for all their important work in Northern Kentucky.”

The Day of Peace celebration is an annual event held to promote peacemaking and reduce violence in families, neighborhoods and schools in Northern Kentucky.  The WCC organizes the event with support from the Kenton County Commonwealth Attorney's Office, Covington Independent Public Schools, Nordheim Gallery, Northern Kentucky University Department of Social Work, Senior Services of Northern Kentucky, St. Augustine Parish, Family Nurturing Center, City of Covington, law offices of Laura Rogers Goodridge and Associates, Carnegie Visual and Performing Arts Center and Salmon P. Chase College of Law.