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By Myrna Trauntvein The community is encouraged to support children during April’s Child Abuse Awareness Month. As April marks Child Abuse Awareness Month, residents across Juab County and Millard County are being encouraged to come together in support of children through a local awareness campaign. “The ‘Plant a Windmill. Plant Hope’ display is being featured on the lawn of the Juab County building during the week of April 13, showcasing blue pinwheels as symbols of hope, healing, and community support for children affected by abuse.,” said Ann Peterson, representing the Friends of the Children’s Justice Center (CJC). The CJC began serving the Nephi area in 2017 and has provided services for 480 child abuse cases through December 2025, underscoring the ongoing need for awareness and resources. “Each pinwheel in the display represents an abused child and stands as a powerful reminder that every child deserves safety, love, and protection,” said Peterson. She said that the Friends of the Children’s Justice Center hope the display will inspire continued community involvement and reinforce the importance of protecting our children. “This effort is about more than a display,” Peterson, one of the organizers shared. “It’s about recognizing the reality in our community and showing that we stand together to support children and families.” While the opportunity to sponsor individual pinwheels has now passed, community members can still make a meaningful impact by donating to the Children’s Justice Center, which serves children and families within the two counties. Earlier, residents were asked to donate $5 to pay for a pinwheel. Donations to support the Children’s Justice Center can always be made via Venmo at @friendsofjuabmillardcjc (Jennifer Evans) or by contacting local organizers. One of those is Annette Sevy at (435) 660-1687. “Residents are encouraged to visit the display, share its message, and continue supporting efforts that protect and advocate for children,” said Peterson. Residents are also encouraged to wear blue on Friday to support the cause.
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