Utica, NY (WIBX) - Take Back the Night...that's what the YWCA wants you to do this Thursday.

The Mohawk Valley chapter will host its annual march and speak-out for victims of abuse and assault on April 19, 2012.

Beginning at 6:00pm at Myers Park in Herkimer the event and candlelight vigil is expected to bring law enforcement, advocates, families, and victims together in recognition of Child Abuse Prevention and Sexual Assault Awareness Month.

For more information call the YWCA's Sexual Violence Services and Child Advocacy Center of Herkimer County at (315) 866.0748 or visit the YWCA's website at: www.ywcamv.org.

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