Captain receives award

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Capt. John Schaff of the Morgan City Police Department was honored recently by the Sexual Abuse Response Center with the Beacon of Hope Award. Schaff has been a partner in The Hearts of Hopes mission to prevent sexual violence and support survivors, and his contributions have significantly strengthened the presence and impact of Hearts of Hope in Morgan City. Schaff has played a pivotal role in the successful launch and expansion of the Girl Talk Program in Morgan City. He established a partnership with Morgan City Juvenile Probation, bringing mentorship, education and leadership development to young girls who need it most.