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Local bikers and members of the community were invited to join in a show of unity against child abuse at the 2nd
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David Bork visited the grave of his twin sister, Kaycie, who
died at the age of 3 in October 2008, a victim of child abuse.
(Photo courtesy of Rhonda Bliss) |
Annual Stand Against Child Abuse held June 12 at Traveler’s Motorcycle Club in Toledo.
The event raised funds for the Children’s Advocacy Center, Warriors for the Children and other non-profit organizations to raise awareness and to help children who are the victims of abuse.
Stand Against Child Abuse was founded by “Big” Mike Wallace, of Oregon, following the death of his 3-year-old granddaughter Kaycie Bork in October 2008 – a victim of ongoing abuse by her mother’s boyfriend.
A survivor of childhood abuse himself, Wallace said he felt compelled to create something positive from such an horrific situation.
Stand Against Child Abuse’s stated mission includes:
• To raise awareness of child abuse, its signs and the possible consequences of allowing the cycle to continue.
• To provide referrals to resources available to those who suspect abuse, who are in danger of continuing the cycle of abuse, or who have need of counseling and/or other forms of support following confirmed abuse.
• To raise money to help support non-profit organizations that are available to counsel and otherwise support victims of child abuse and their families.
In a heartfelt video that can be viewed youtube.com, Wallace tells Kaycie’s story, and offers the reminder that “child abuse isn’t something you see on TV or read about in an article. It is something that is happening right now…in our neighborhoods, families and sometimes even in our homes. It is well hidden by the people involved, and it takes a conscious effort to identify,” he says.
“Take the time to observe. Ask questions and record suspicions that you may have,” he cautions.
For more information about Stand Against Child Abuse, contact Wallace at 419-810-7321, write P.O. Box 166584 Oregon Ohio 43616, or visit www.standagainstchildabuse.com.
At the recent Stand Against Child Abuse event, Devin Bork visited the grave of his twin sister, Kaycie, who died at the age of 3 in October 2008, a victim of child abuse. (Photo courtesy of Rhonda Bliss)
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