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2009 Domestic Violence Task Force Conference “A Comprehensive Look at Family Violence” with Lundy Bancroft
On October 22nd, 150 attendees had the opportunity to hear Lundy Bancroft talk about the impact of domestic violence on children and how professionals can best support children’s recovery. The conference brought together professionals from the legal, child welfare, domestic violence advocacy, batterers’ intervention, substance abuse, mental health and other fields to discuss how best to protect and heal children exposed to men who batter women. Thanks to Laura Rice from Head Start and Rich Rolfes from Rolfes Consulting for being co-chairs of the Domestic Task Force Planning Committee.
Pastor Michael Neely receives the 6th Annual Achievements Against Domestic Violence Award
At the Domestic Violence Task Force Conference on October 22nd, the 6th Annual Achievements Against Domestic Violence Award went to Pastor Michael Neely of the New Millennium Church. Pastor Mike has volunteered at the Family Justice Center (FJC) since prior to its’ opening. He assisted with setting up the FJC Chaplaincy Program and has been an active volunteer ever since. He serves on the FJC Board of Directors, assists with providing “Faith Issues in Domestic Violence” training sessions, trains new volunteer chaplains and supports guests who have been victims of domestic violence with their spirituality. Congratulations to Pastor Michael Neely on receiving this well-deserved award!
National Family Justice Center Alliance and the Verizon Foundation Announces the Electronic Safety Deposit Box Program
The Family Justice Center of Hillsborough County held a press conference on October 1st to announce the new service offered by the National Family Justice Center Alliance and empowered by the Verizon Foundation . This free program allows Family Justice Center guests to electronically store important documents on a flash drive or through an online fax filing system. Speakers at the event included the Alliance President, Casey Gwinn, Sheriff David Gee, State Representative Rich Glorioso, TPD Captain Cherie Adkins, FJC Executive Director, Nikki Daniels and a survivor of Domestic Violence, Lori DeLoreto-Zapata. The Verizon Foundation also presented the Family Justice Center of Hillsborough County with a donation check for $15,000.
Rod Reder Hands of Peace Award Winner
On October 1st, Family Justice Center Board Chair Rod Reder was honored as the recipient of the Hands of Peace Award. This is the major award given at the annual Spring of Tampa Bay Breakfast of Peace fundraiser. Rod was singled out for his commitment and contributions to domestic violence training and prevention as his life work. Congratulations, Rod!
Domestic Violence Training Offered to Department of Children & Families’ Employees
Dotti Groover from the Family Justice Center was able to offer a special training session for employees at the Department of Children and Families (DCF) on October 13th. The training was set up by Daryl Richardson as a way to educate his co-workers about domestic violence. Daryl Richardson has personally felt the effects of domestic violence after his sister was murdered in a domestic violence fatality. Also participating in the event was Yolanda Lee, a long-term advocate and survivor of domestic violence and her daughter, Johnna Lee, who was able to share what it is like to be a child living in a home with domestic violence. The training was so well received and meaningful that a second training was scheduled later in the month at DCF North Tampa Regional Headquarters.
Bay Area Legal Services 5th Annual Cup of Hope Afternoon Tea Fundraiser Proceeds Benefit Victims of Domestic Violence
When: Saturday, November 7, 2009 Time: 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Place: Residence of John & Tracy Bales 5002 S. Shore Crest Circle South Tampa, Florida
Cost: $35 Adult Tea $15 Children’s Tea (Ages 5 to 10)
Purchase tickets at www.bals.org “events” Helping Families Escape Domestic Violence through Free Legal Counsel
Welcome New FJC Staff!
The Family Justice Center welcomes two new Service Specialists to our staff. Dinorah and Cynthia recently began working at the Family Justice Center in October and will be conducting intake assessments and linking guests with partner agencies. Both Dinorah and Cynthia are bilingual and come with a wealth of knowledge. We are pleased to welcome them to the FJC team! ______________________
FJC Partner Council Spotlight The Deaf Service Bureau (DSB) provides counseling, case management, sign language interpreting, housing, and employment services to survivors as well as other members of the deaf and disabled community. Since its opening in 1996 the DSB has grown to include services for 23 counties throughout West Central Florida. The DSB has been a partner with the Family Justice Center since its opening to help serve the deaf and disabled population.
Recently we provided sign language interpreter services to help a guest complete her intake and receive services from other FJC partner agencies. We were also able to work with Bay Area Legal Services to arrange for this guest to complete her initial interview in person. Jim Hengelbrok at Bay Area Legal Services took the time to research the special needs of deaf and hard of hearing consumers and recognized that this guest may need assistance to complete their pre-interview forms. This is because English is considered a second language for many who use American Sign Language (ASL). We arranged for this guest to arrive early and meet with one of our staff to complete the forms.
Many thanks to the Deaf Service Bureau for being such wonderful advocates! ___________________
Early Childhood Council of Hillsborough County, Inc.
In conjunction with the Florida Association for Infant Mental Health
Presents it’s 2009 Annual Conference
Meeting the Needs of Young Children and Families: “Every Moment Matters”
November 18 –20th 2009
Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay 2900 Bayport Drive Tampa, Florida 33607
For more information or to register, please click the link below
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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 TrainingNovember 2nd and 3rd, 2009 andJanuary 4th and 5th 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.
Children with Sexual Acting Out BehaviorsDecember 8th, 2009 from 9:00am to 11:00amFJC*** 2 CEU’s***$5An introductory course for professionals working with children, sponsored by the Sexual Abuse Intervention Network. This course enables participants to distinguish between normal and problematic sexual behaviors in children. Topics including characteristics of sexually abusive youth, defining childhood sexual abuse, strategies for preventing further victimization and the legal process in Hillsborough County are also covered in this course. FJC Orientation for new On-Site PartnersNovember 16, 2009 from 9:00 am to 12:30pmFJCBasic operational procedures of the FJC, and vital safety policies and procedures, equipment, and scheduling procedures between agencies. The Child Welfare Domestic ViolenceCross-System Training Series Presents:Hillsborough Kids, Inc.November 18th, 2009 from 1 pm—4 pm FJC *** 3 CEU’s***This class will address the Florida Statute Chapter 39 as it pertains to our children coming into care. Discussion will include the process for when the children are in care, such as, how and what is developed in terms of the case plan where the parents will need to follow in hopes of gaining back their children, how the adoption process works when the parents do not follow the case plan or abandon the children, and what resources our community has to support these families by providing assistance to the parents and reducing the risk of harm to the children. Presenter: Jessica Harlan, Hillsborough Kids, Inc.
Effects of Family Violence on ChildrenDecember 16th, 2009 from 1 pm—4 pm FJC *** 3 CEU’s***This course will examine normal developmental milestones in young children and the potential impact of family violence on children’s learning, health and behavior. Family violence includes the impact of domestic violence in the family as well as the impact of child abuse. Presenters: Brian McEwen, PhD, Child Abuse Council and TBA. Adolescent Witnesses to Family ViolenceWith David Pelcovitz, PhDHosted by: Jewish Women International’s National Alliance to End Domestic ViolenceNovember 5, 2009 webinar
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The Family Justice Center of Hillsborough County 9309 North Florida Avenue Suite 109 Tampa, Florida 33612 |
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The FJC Training Academy is made possible by the Children’s Board of Hillsborough County.
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SURVIVOR OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE Connie Pruitt, Executive Director Hillsborough County Bar Association Come and be inspired by Connie’s story |
