Fresno Leader

WASHINGTON – Congressman Jim Costa, Co-Chair and Co-Founder of the Crime Survivors and Justice Caucus, awarded Miiko Anderson with the Suzanne McDaniel Memorial Award for Public Awareness, as part of the Congressional Crime Survivors and Justice Caucus.

“As a prosecutor and criminal specialist, Miiko Anderson is leading the charge in protecting our most vulnerable populations from exploitation and violence,” said Costa. “Miiko has prosecuted some of the most challenging cases in Fresno County, holding perpetrators accountable and securing justice for victims and their families. It was my honor to nominate Miiko for her distinguished service to Fresno County and the nation. This award is well deserved.”

"Receiving this award is not just a recognition of my work, but a reminder of the courage and resilience of the survivors of abuse. It is an honor to walk alongside them, amplify the voices and witness in their journey. I dedicate this award to their bravery and strength." said Miiko Anderson.

Miiko Anderson serves as a Senior Deputy District Attorney in the Office of the District Attorney for the County of Fresno. As a Senior Prosecuting Attorney and Certified Criminal Law Specialist, she has tried and convicted some of the most egregious human traffickers and violent offenders.

As seen on TV stations like ABC and CBS, Miiko is an internationally recognized Subject Matter Expert in the field of Human Trafficking and Gender-based violent crimes. She has used her expertise to train nearly 2,000 law enforcement agents both domestically and abroad on how to identify, investigate and prosecute complex violent crimes. In addition to her role, Miiko is a legal consultant, motivational speaker, and adjunct professor at the San Joaquin College of Law.

Since 2005, the Caucus has honored outstanding individuals, agencies, and collaborative initiatives whose efforts directly benefit victims and survivors of crime and promote individual and public safety.

The “Suzanne McDaniel Memorial Award for Public Awareness” is presented to individuals and/or organizations who have used their voice to promote and bring change at the national level for crime victims. Honorees were honored at the annual Congressional Crime Survivors and Justice Caucus awards ceremony in our nation’s capital during the annual commemoration of National Crime Victims' Rights Week (April 23-29, 2023).

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