City leaders gather ahead of Denim Day to address sexual assault awareness

MILWAUKEE (CBS 58) -- Friday afternoon, Milwaukee leaders gathered at City Hall to address sexual assault awareness. 

Next Wednesday, April 24, is Denim Day. 

It's a call to action to reduce sexual violence and end victim blaming. 

A press conference was held ahead of Denim Day as a sign of support for survivors of sexual assault and violence.

"Sexual assault is a crime that has a lot of stigma to it," said Dawn Helmrich, founder of Denim Day Milwaukee. " I think it's really important that we share with people how important it is to believe survivors. If you are a survivor, you're not alone, there are people that believe you, your story is your story."

For Denim Day materials, resources, and a calendar of events in Milwaukee, click here.