Action in Community Service (ACTS) Prince William is proud to announce the members of its 2026 Sexual Assault Awareness Month Steering Committee. This cross-sector team brings together advocates, educators, law enforcement, and community leaders to raise awareness, strengthen prevention efforts, and support survivors across Prince William County and the surrounding region.
Steering Committee Members include:
- Paige Meade (Co-Chair) – ACTS Board Member & Executive Leadership Team
- Valarie Hunt (Co-Chair) – ACTS Chief Operations and Programs Officer (COPO)
- Celine Glover (SAAM Lead) – ACTS Director, Sexual Assault Services
- Cristianne Smith – Virginia Department of Corrections Victim Services Unit, Northern Virginia Regional Victim Advocate
- Christina Brooks – Former Manassas City School Board
- Rebecca Barnes – Prince William Living Founder & Publisher
- Emily Guerrero – Chief of Staff, Office of Occoquan Supervisor Kenny Boddye
- Brian Williams – Norfolk Police Detective, Sex Crimes (Ret.) and Owner, Pinnacle TCI
- Michelle Davis-Younger – Mayor, City of Manassas
- Damita Frye – Owner, DJ Designs and Board Member, HMI
- Evelyn Brumar – Founder, Casa BruMar
The 2026 Sexual Assault Awareness Month Steering Committee will lead community initiatives designed to:
- Elevate survivor voices and provide confidential resources and referrals
- Promote evidence-based prevention education for youth and adults
- Collaborate with law enforcement, health care providers, schools, and community organizations to improve response protocols
- Increase visibility of sexual violence issues through public events, social media, and community dialogues
- Advocate for policies and funding that support prevention, intervention, and survivor services
“We are honored to bring together a diverse and dedicated group of leaders who share a common commitment to ending sexual violence in our community,” said Valarie Hunt, ACTS Prince William COPO. “By leveraging the strengths of community organizations, schools, law enforcement, and local government, this steering committee will drive meaningful change and ensure survivors have access to compassionate, effective support.”
Engagement Opportunities:
- Public forums and town halls during Sexual Assault Awareness Month
- Resource fairs featuring local service providers
- School and community forums on healthy relationships, consent, and bystander intervention
- Media outreach to highlight survivor stories and available resources
Dates, locations, and event details will be announced on ACTS Prince William’s official channels and social media pages.
