YAF at UVA Backs the Blue

1826 University Avenue,Charlottesville VA 22903

24 April, 2021

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Come join UVA students and the greater Charlottesville community in defending The Police and the protection that our LEO's provide. 4/24/21 AboutThis will be a chance for students and the community to express pro-police sentiments, call for more respect toward Charlottesville Police/local law enforcement, and call for an end to potential police/LEO defunding. We are also raising money at this event to the local Fraternal Order of Police, who have asked that all donations go to Legacies Eats (a 501c3 non-profit organization providing food to over 16 counties in Central Virginia). They are supporters of Law Enforcement. You can donate at the event, via Zelle ([email protected]), or write a check to YAF at UVA. This event is especially relevant given these recent events: 2017 Unite the Right Rally has led to anti-police sentimentsPolice Officer Nick Winum was shot and killed in Stanley, Virginia in FebruaryUVA students have spread vulgar flyers defaming UPD Chief Tim LongoUVA students are engaging in anti-police protestsStudent, community, and local public officials call to defund Charlottesville and University policeEvent Schedule:2:00pm: Pledge of allegiance, national anthem, group prayer, presentation of the flag 2:30-3:30: Hear from our featured speakers (To Be Announced) 3:30-4:30: Voice community concerns, donate, speak with community members, learn about YAF at UVA, receive exclusive Back The Blue bracelets