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A news update from the National Latin@ Network
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Meet The Team: Patricia Celis González
Patricia Celis González is the new Bilingual Content Coordinator for the National Latin@ Network. Her primary responsibilities are to:
- Ensure that written material is ready for publication by working with the NLN team to revise and provide feedback
- Document the work and activities of the National Latin@ Network
- Provide translation and interpretation services for the National Latin@ Network as needed
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Download and share our infographic on the DAPA/DACA+ ruling
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Now accepting workshop session proposals for NCJFCJ conferences
National Conference on Juvenile Justice
Feb. 12-15, 2017
New York City, New York
80th Annual Conference
July 16-19, 2017
Washington, DC
*Deadline Friday, September 30*
- Do you have a new program in your court that has increased efficiency, filled a void, or promoted child and family safety?
- Do you have knowledge about how the adolescent brain works or how adverse childhood experiences may affect a child later in life?
- Have you conducted research on teen dating violence, racial and ethnic disparity, juvenile drug courts, or domestic child sex trafficking?
- Have you ever wanted to present at an NCJFCJ conference?
If so, this is your chance...
For questions or to return form via email, contact Amy Saathoff, Curriculum Development Manger, at asaathoff@ncjfcj.org by
Friday, September 30.
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Registration open for In our Own Voices, Inc.
2016 National LGBT POC Health Conference
October 12-15, 2016
Albany, New York
The Desmond Hotel
Special Group Rate Code 12G361
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Register now for
Engaging Men of Faith in
Domestic Violence Prevention
October 14, 2016
Charlotte, North Carolina
Join A CALL TO MEN for a FREE one-day conference designed to engage men of faith in domestic violence prevention. Conference topics include:
- Law Enforcement and Clergy: Working Together in Domestic Violence Prevention
- The Experience of Young Women and Girls
- The Role of Men's and Women's Ministries in Domestic Violence Prevention
- Addressing LGBTQ and Gender Non-Conforming Communities within the Church
- Faith Leaders: Developing and Implementing Prevention Policies
- Working with Young Men and Boys
Mount Carmel Baptist Church
7237 Tuckaseegee Road
Charlotte, NC 28214
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2016 Latino/Hispanic Summit
Tuesday, Aug. 9, 2016
Atlanta, GA
The southeast regional office of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS)/Administration for Children and Families (ACF), in partnership with Ser Familia, Inc, YMCA of Metro Atlanta, LaAmistad, YoSoyM, LLC / ExpoMujer, and The Latin American Association, invite you to attend the third annual 2016 Hispanic/Latino Summit.
The event will bring federal, state, educational, advocacy organizations, community leaders and experts to discuss the growing population of Hispanics/Latinos in the region (Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina and Tennessee) and how ACF can continue to contribute to the community.
Our theme this year is: "Mental Health within the Community." We will discuss three topic areas: Children, Adults and Community. There will be experts in those areas who will share concrete ideas and resources that you can use and embed in your practice or agency.
When:
Tuesday, August 9, 2016
8:30 AM to 4:30 PM
Where:
Holy Cross Catholic Church
3773 Chamblee Tucker Rd.
Atlanta, GA 30341
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Webinar: Explore New Data on Immigrants in the National Equity Atlas
Monday, Aug. 8, 2016
12:00 p.m. - 12:30 p.m. Pacific Time
On July 25, we added new cuts to eight economic indicators that allow users to assess how immigrants are faring in their communities. These indicators (median wages, the percent of workers earning at least $15/hour, unemployment, homeownership, education levels, disconnected youth, poverty, and working poor) also have data for more detailed racial subgroups. During this 30-minute webinar, we will walk you through how to access the new data to develop strategies for immigrant integration and inclusion in your community.
Featured Speakers:
- Sarah Treuhaft, PolicyLink (moderator)
- Angel Ross, PolicyLink
- Justin Scoggins, USC Program for Environmental and Regional Equity (PERE)
- Pamela Stephens, USC Program for Environmental and Regional Equity (PERE)
Click here to register!
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Digital Dialogue:
Building Healthy Communities to Promote Child and Family Well-being
Thursday, August 11, 2016
3:00 - 3:30 p.m. EST
Join this 30-minute digital dialogue for a preview of protective and risk factors affecting child neglect. Recognize common assumptions around neglect, hear key messaging to mobilize support, and identify actions we all can take to prevent neglect. Learn:
- Facts on the impact of neglect
- Theory of Change and actions to take to prevent neglect
- Highlights of a Wisconsin-based economic support intervention, Project GAIN, helping to prevent child neglect
- One-minute elevator speech you can use to communicate about child neglect prevention
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RedRover Seeks Applications from Emergency Shelter Organizations
RedRover Domestic Violence Safe Housing grants of up to $6,000 will be awarded to up to eight emergency shelter organizations to support the creation of space on site to temporarily house the pets of victims of domestic violence. The one-time grants are intended as start-up funding for new projects. It is expected that the funds will enable the housing of at least one pet within a year of the project's completion.
Application Deadline: June 15; October 15, 2016
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U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Administration on Children and Families: Family Violence Program Specialist
**Closes Friday, August 12, 2016**
Become a part of the Department that touches the lives of every American! At the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) you can give back to your community, state, and country by making a difference in the lives of Americans everywhere. It is the principal agency for protecting the health of citizens. Join HHS and help to make our world healthier, safer, and better for all Americans.
As a Family Violence Program Specialist in the Administration for Children and Families (ACF), Administration on Children, Youth, and Families (ACYF), Family and Youth Services Bureau (FYSB), Division of Family Violence Prevention, you will serve as a technical and policy program specialist for the Family Violence Prevention Services Act grantees and related matters.
**This announcement will be open for 10 business days OR until the first 200 applications have been received, whichever happens first.**
This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies.
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Commission on Domestic and Sexual Violence, American Bar Association: Staff Attorney
Washington,DC
The Commission is seeking a full-time Staff Attorney to manage national training and technical assistance projects at its Washington, DC office. Funding is from the United States Department of Justice, Office on Violence Against Women. As a part of the Commission's Technical Assistance Unit, the attorney will have responsibility for working in a team to plan, develop and host national, multi-day, in-person, web-based and telephonic continuing legal education programs for attorneys representing victims of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual violence, stalking, and human trafficking.
Responsibilities include: identification and recruitment of subject-matter experts as faculty; coordination of curriculum design; development of publicity and registration materials; development, editing, and publication of written resources; contracting with training sites and other vendors; managing registration; on-site coordination of in-person trainings; and budget management.
Although this is not a litigation position, the attorney must have the skills and experience to work effectively with experts to create training materials for attorneys to provide high-quality representation to victims of domestic violence, dating violence,sexual assault and stalking in civil protection order cases,custody cases and related civil matters
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Qualifications: Qualified applicants must have a law degree and bar admission in at least one U.S. jurisdiction; at least four years of legal experience representing victims of domestic violence, sexual assault or stalking in contested family law matters; a commitment to ending domestic and sexual violence; the ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; and excellent research, writing, computer, organizational and interpersonal skills. It is critical that the attorney be self-directed and capable of managing multiple projects under tight timelines. Previous experience with conference planning or familiarity with United States Department of Justice, Office on Violence Against Women-funded programming is a plus. Travel is required. Salary starts in upper-sixties depending on experience.
Application: Interested candidates should send a cover letter, resume, writing sample and contact information for three professional references to vivian.huelgo@americanbar.org with STAFF ATTORNEY as the subject line. Commission staff cannot respond to inquiries.
The American Bar Association is an Equal Opportunity Employer,M/F/D/V.
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Florida Coalition Against Domestic Violence: Program Quality Assurance Monitor
The position involves assessing the programmatic operations of Florida's certified domestic violence centers and select legal service providers for compliance with empowerment-based advocacy principles and contract provisions. The position duties include, but are not limited to: reviewing compliance with guiding authorities through file reviews, interviews, observations, and checklists; completing monitoring tools; report writing, proposing corrective action steps, as necessary; and providing technical assistance to domestic violence center staff.
The candidate must have a solid understanding of empowerment-based advocacy. Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required. It is preferred that the candidate holds a baccalaureate degree or equivalent from an accredited college or university; or possesses a combination of education and/or related experience.
This job requires extensive in-state travel.
Required: Cover letter, resume, and three reference to: Contract Monitor Position, FCADV, 425 Office Plaza Drive, Tallahassee, Florida 32301 or by FAX at 850.425.3091 or via email to
cqajobs@fcadv.org. If an accommodation is needed in order to participate in the application process, please email us at
cqajobs@fcadv.org or call Marcy at 850.425.2749.
FCADV is an EOE employer and encourages candidates from diverse populations to apply.
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Now accepting submissions
We welcome submissions on a number of topics pertaining to domestic violence, family violence, and gender-based violence. These topics include, but are not limited to:
- Gender-based violence intervention and prevention programs that are culturally specific
- Working with Latin@ youth
- Working with immigrant Latin@s
- Health care and gender-based violence
- LGBTQ Latin@ communities
- Children and domestic violence
- Building Latin@ leadership in Latin@ communities
- Elder abuse
We also welcome photography, video, resources, and other digital material that organizations or people wish to share with our network.
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ABOUT THE NATIONAL LATIN@ NETWORK FOR HEALTHY FAMILIES AND COMMUNITIES
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The National Latin@ Network for Healthy Families and Communities is a network of individuals and organizations committed to improving the health and well-being of Latin@ communities. The National Latin@ Network is led by Casa de Esperanza, a national Latina organization whose mission is to mobilize Latinas and Latin@ communities to end domestic violence. The National Latin@Network for Healthy Families and Communities builds on Casa de Esperanza´s experience working in local communities to support families, end domestic violence, and increase meaningful access to services for Latina@s and incorporates a research center, public policy initiative, and training.
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