By: Jacob Kessler
THE VILLAGE REPORTER
jacob@thevillagereporter.com
The Edgerton Police Department has been wearing special badges throughout the month of April to help bring more awareness to Autism.
According to Chief Ken Jacobs, while working at the Sheriff’s Office, deputies would wear pink badges during the month of October to bring awareness to Breast Cancer. These badges help to bring awareness to another important issue.
“Autism Awareness Month is a month-long observance focused on raising awareness about autism spectrum disorders, what it means to be autistic, how to support autistic people, and the difficulties and discrimination that autistic people face,” said Chief Jacobs.
He continued with, “Personally, I have friends, co-workers, and other acquaintances that have children who face the challenges of autism, and I wanted a way to show our support and raise awareness.”
“I remember when I worked at the Williams County Sheriff’s Office we would wear pink badges in month of October for Breast Cancer Awareness. I found there were badges available that symbolized the autism puzzle pieces and thought this was a great way to show our support.”
Additionally, those who would like to help with Autism Awareness can visit autismspeaks.org