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Support the Family Justice Center by purchasing a Kookaburra Charity Ticket Package
Join us as TPC Tampa Bay hosts the Outback Steakhouse Pro-Am April 12th – 18th Phone (813) 265-4653 Fax (813) 265-4655
Since its inception 22 years ago, this tournament has contributed over $8.4 million to Tampa Bay area charities. 100% of the money from all charity ticket packages sold will go directly to the charity that sold the package.
The Kookaburra Charity Ticket Package Includes: Two (2) One Day Green-Hopper Party Passes (see description below) Four (4) Weekly Badges, tournament admittance entire week. Ten (10) One Day Passes, tournament admittance any one day. Two (2) preferred parking passes. One (1) weekday foursome of golf at TPC Tampa Bay. (Space available basis, May 3 – September 23. Monday – Thursday Cart fee approx $30 + tax) One (1) Outback Steakhouse Pro-Am lapel pin.
Total Investment: $500 (Retail Value: $1,000)
Click here to buy tickets and for more event information
FJC Partners with Community Groups to Give Smiles to Children Over the Holidays
The Family Justice Center partnered with Metropolitan Ministries to provide holiday assistance for needy families at the Family Justice Center. Close to 40 families were served by this partnership at the FJC. The families received toys for the children and holiday food items. Thank you to all of the volunteers who worked so hard to make this event possible! Thanks also to everyone who donated food or toys to Metropolitan Ministries through the donation bins at the FJC.
Sacred Heart Church and Davis Islands Community toy drive also provided toys for the children of families served by the Family Justice Center. These toy drives were able to provide assistance to over 60 children! Thank you Sacred Heart Church and Davis Islands Community for your generous support! ________
Men Stopping Violence against Women
Presents:
Sexual Violence 101: What Men Should Know
Nanci Newton, Director of USF Advocacy Program Elizabeth Wehnes, Crisis Center of Tampa Bay Advocate
Friday, January 15, 2010 9:00 am to 12:00 pm Family Justice Center of Hillsborough County 9309 N. Florida Ave Tampa, FL 33612
Register for this free training at http://www.eventbrite.com/event/506637366
This workshop will provide participants with an overview of the following areas as it relates to sexual violence in our community: · The Power and Control Continuum · Sexual Violence Myth Busting · Socialization experiences for men and women and it's impact on sexual violence · Issues of Consent · Key Definitions · The impact of SV on victims, family, friends and the community Current SV cases in the Media For more information Contact: Renee Ristow at (813) 490-9406 or rristow@fjchc.org Co-sponsors for this event:
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Emmy Award Winning “Taking Action Against Domestic Violence” Campaign ABC ACTION NEWS AWARDED AN EMMY FOR COMMUNITY SERVICE
ABC Action News was recognized as having the best Community Service Campaign by a TV Station or Cable Station in the Suncoast region for their “Taking Action Against Domestic Violence” station initiative. Accepting the award announced on December 5, 2009 was WFTS – TV Community Affairs Director Lissette Campos, Special Projects Producer Jennifer McVan, and Photojournalist John Fulton. The National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences – Suncoast Chapter stretches from the Mississippi River to the island of Puerto Rico. Journalists from the Southeastern U.S. & the Caribbean submitted entries for consideration. The result was three Emmy nominations for the ABC Action News “Taking Action Against Domestic Violence” Campaign in the following categories: Community Service Campaign, Series Reporting and On-camera talent for the Taking Action Against Domestic Violence – Primetime Special hosted by Lissette with ABC Action News Anchors Wendy Ryan and Deiah Riley.
Keeping with the spirit of the campaign, Lissette and Jennifer stepped forward to receive the award wearing gowns from The Spring of Tampa Bay’s second-hand store, The Spring Vintage Boutique. “It was a magical moment being handed the Emmy wearing dresses that symbolize the amazing work advocates are doing every day to help victims of domestic violence,” says Lissette, who leads the station’s campaign, “Advocates & survivors were definitely on our minds and in our hearts! It’s not about winning awards, it’s about being a part of something that’s changing lives. I feel very blessed to have this opportunity.”
A key component of the campaign is showcasing the statewide domestic violence hotline, operated and maintained by the Florida Coalition Against Domestic Violence (FCADV). The hotline, 1-800-500-1119, was prominently displayed in news reports, public service announcements & web coverage during the launch of the campaign March 23 – April 30, 2010. During that time, the FCADV saw a 25% increase in the number of calls to the hotline.
“This represents hundreds of survivors of domestic violence reaching out for information and assistance which in turn translates into lives saved,” says Tiffany Carr, President of the Florida Coalition Against Domestic Violence, “This was phenomenal – absolutely overwhelming -and very exciting-you all saved lives…you should be certain of that.”
The station campaign was launched in March with an intense 5 weeks of on-air special reports; interviews with survivors of domestic violence; a one-hour primetime special on April 17, 2009; the creation of the website www.abcactionnews.com/dv; and daily public service announcements. WFTS’ commitment also included a collection drive that raised $2,000 in basic needs for shelters in Hillsborough, Pinellas & Polk County, as well as a $5,000 contribution from the Scripps Howard Foundation to support the statewide domestic violence hotline, 1-800-500-1119. Marking National Domestic Violence Awareness Month in October, the station re-broadcast the Taking Action Against Domestic Violence Primetime Special; hosted domestic violence awareness sessions with its employees; and supported the fundraising efforts of local domestic violence shelters
“The Emmy award is a very prestigious award and it is always gratifying to have hard work and commitment recognized by one’s peers; however, our campaign was all about trying to shatter the silence and seek some solutions to the tragic issues involved in domestic abuse in the Tampa Bay area.” says Vice President General Manager Rich Pegram, “We know that serving the community is essential to becoming one of the best television stations in America which is our goal. This award confirms we are on the right path towards that goal. I want to thank and congratulate all of our associates at WFTS whose hard work, talent, and dedication made this award possible.”
________ HOUSE HEALTH REFORM BILL CONTAINS KEY DOMESTIC VIOLENCE PROVISIONS
The Family Violence Prevention Fund is praising the U.S. House of Representatives for including in its health reform bill a key prevention initiative that will advance the health care system’s response to domestic violence and curb the tremendous health costs that result from it.
Passed on November 7, the legislation would require private insurers and the new Health Insurance Exchange to reimburse health care providers who assess patients for domestic violence and provide brief counseling and referrals. Health care providers can play a critical role in helping patients recognize the dangers associated with abuse, and connecting them to experts who can help them take steps to protect themselves and their children – if providers are given the time, training and supports to do so.
The reform bill also contains an important measure to prohibit insurers from treating domestic violence as a pre-existing condition and discriminating against victims. The House health reform bill would put the prohibition into effect immediately. This protection is based on language in the Security and Financial Empowerment (SAFE) Act introduced for several years by Representative Lucille Roybal-Allard (D-CA).
“Doctors and other health care providers are in a unique position to identify when their patients are experiencing domestic violence, and connect them with local service providers who can save their lives,” said Family Violence Prevention Fund President Esta Soler. “We are absolutely delighted that the health insurance reform bill the House passed today contains these important provisions, and especially grateful to Representatives Louise Slaughter (D-NY) and Roybal-Allard for ensuring that the insurance non-discrimination provision can take effect immediately. We hope Congress will soon advance laws that prohibit discrimination on the basis of domestic violence in home-owner and other forms of insurance as well.”
Violence can have lifelong consequences; one study found that women who have experienced domestic violence are 80 percent more likely to have a stroke, 70 percent more likely to have heart disease, 60 percent more likely to have asthma, and 70 percent more likely to drink heavily than women who have not experienced intimate partner violence. A 2003 study found that 44 percent of victims of domestic violence talked to someone about the abuse, with 37 percent of women talking to their health care provider.
In June, the Family Violence Prevention Fund organized a letter to congressional leaders requesting the inclusion of these and other provisions in health reform legislation.
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FJC Spotlight Hillsborough County Sexual Abuse Intervention Network (SAIN)The Hillsborough County Sexual Abuse Intervention Network (SAIN) was officially established in 1999 and provides a forum where organizations can work together on a voluntary basis to improve the county’s response to child-on-child sexual abuse. The creation of this network is authorized by Section 985.308 of the Florida Statutes and funded by a contract through the Children’s Board of Hillsborough County.
The members of SAIN are comprised of a wide variety of community partners such as DCF, law enforcement, the Public Defender’s Office, State Attorney’s Office, DJJ, the judicial system, FMHI. USF/CPT, and treatment providers just to name a few. The SAIN Membership meets monthly to conduct a cross-system analysis of child-on-child sexual abuse in Hillsborough County. Child-on child sexual abuse is defined as
“A sexual interaction that occurs between individuals: · below the age of legal majority; · against one of the participants will: · without consent · in an aggressive, exploitive, manipulative or threatening manner. The abuse can range from a non-contact offense (voyeurism, exhibitionism) to a physical assault (rape, sodomy).”
Identified needs and services for youth with sexual behavior problems are recommended to one of three committees for further review and response project planning. During the last year (Oct. ’08 thru Sept. ’09) the SAIN program trained 987 professionals on issues related to child-on-child sexual abuse and provided specialized assessments and safety planning to 41 families.
SAIN SERVICES TO PROFESSIONALS/COMMUNITY: Provide community awareness, education and training workshops to the community and professional organizations on issues related to healthy sexuality in youth and/or youth with sexual behavior problems. Specialized presentations are offered by request. Serve as an advocate for youth, families and professionals seeking treatment for a child with sexual behavior problems. Facilitate monthly cross system review and analysis of child-on-child sexual abuse issues in Hillsborough County Access to a specialized resource library is available to all SAIN members For more information call (813) 490-9406
SAIN SERVICES PROVIDED BY USF/CPT TO FAMILIES: Provide information, referral and support services to families and professionals working with a child with sexual behavior problems.. Provide specialized family assessments to determine appropriate services needed. Develop a formal safety plan with families who are dealing with a child-on-child sexual abuse situation in their home. Provide families with door alarms to help minimize further sexual behavior problems in the home. To schedule an appointment call: (813)250-6675
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FJC Volunteer Program Are you interested in volunteering at the Family Justice Center? The Family Justice Center is always looking for people who are willing to share their time and service to help us to provide a safe and comfortable environment for all those we serve. For more information Please contact the Outreach Coordinator at 813.935.2015 or outreachcoord@fjchc.org . __________________
The Family Justice Center Training Academy
Nuts and Bolts: The Basics of Domestic Violence Advocacy TrainingJanuary 4-5, 2010 and February 1-2, 20108:30am to 5:00pmFJC***12 CEU’s******14.5 General CLE’s***$20Nuts and Bolts is a four part (FJC 101, 201, 301, 401), 2-day training offered to advocates, volunteers, interns, clergy, and other community based providers who work with victims of domestic violence. Topics include, dynamics of domestic violence, safety planning, lethality assessment, confidentiality, boundaries, working with diverse populations, dating violence, and effects of domestic violence on children and adolescents.
Partner Stalking: The Cost to Victims and SocietyWith TK Logan, Ph.D. and Teri Faragher, MSWHosted by: Jewish Women International’s National Alliance to End Domestic ViolenceJanuary 7, 2010 webinar
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The FJC Training Academy is made possible by the Children’s Board of Hillsborough County.
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The Family Justice Center of Hillsborough County 9309 North Florida Avenue Suite 109 Tampa, Florida 33612 |