Throughout the COVID-19 crisis, we have been inviting conversation through various open office hours sessions, town hall meetings, and other group meetings. One theme that has consistently come through in these conversations is that caregiving responsibilities are immensely challenging we juggle work and family responsibilities. While we have heard quite a number of impactful stories, well-defined problems, and some creative solutions in these conversations, it is clear that additional, representative data from across the university will help our understanding of the challenges being faced, and better consider what may be helpful solutions or support.

To that end, we invite all faculty, staff, and graduate student employees to complete an anonymous survey about balancing caregiving and work responsibilities during this challenging time. The survey, which will be open through Friday, October 23. Information about your experiences in this area is crucially important for us to be able to make informed decisions about possible solutions and support.
Caregiver Check-ins
An opportunity for VT employees who are caregivers of children, teens, aging parents and/or family members to connect with one another around managing the demands of working and caregiving during these times of COVID-19 disruption. 

These are intended to be open discussions to share current information and resources, as well as to support one another. Please direct questions to Christine Dennis Smith with the Women’s Center.

Find a discussion that meets your unique caregiving needs here.
Working Moms Support Listserv
An opportunity for working mothers to come together to connect, vent, network, share information and resources and support one another. 

To sign up for the listserv or for more information, contact Christine Dennis Smith.
We're Hiring!
Join our team. The Women's Center at Virginia Tech seeks an energetic and committed professional to serve as a Gender-Based Violence Advocacy Coordinator.

The Advocacy Coordinator assists the Women's Center in achieving its mission to foster a campus community that is safe, equitable and supportive for women by serving victims and survivors of gender-based violence (GBV), including sexual assault, domestic and relationship violence, stalking, and harassment. 
Upcoming Events
Apply to be a Resident Advisor, House Supervisor, or Isolation Assistant! Applications can be found on the StarRez portal and are due at 11:59pm on October 22 2020. Questions should be directed to VTRA@vt.edu
In this episode, we explore a variety of civic engagement components. Dr. Caitlin Jewitt, an Assistant Professor of Political Science, offers insight into the electoral process as well as ways in which voter suppression occurs. We are also joined by Jes Davis from VT Engage, who shares the importance of the student voice and how voters can cast their ballot this fall.
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