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SiH News
Stay informed on the latest news from SAFE in Hunterdon.
October 1, 2004
SAFE in Hunterdon Plans Events for Community to Know More
About Domestic Violence.
Crisp cool air, a vibrant display of color and a harvest of
pumpkins are what we often think about as we flip our calendar
pages to October. However, this month also signifies a time of
reflection, remembrance and of renewed dedication to continue
efforts to raise public awareness about domestic violence.
Although many residents in beautiful, rural Hunterdon county
could never believe that domestic violence would occur here;
men, women and children suffer from the effects of these
heinous acts each day.
Domestic violence knows no socio-economic barriers. It is not
predicated on race or religion. It doesn't understand the
geographic boundaries between urban and suburban settings.
Domestic violence does exist right here in Hunterdon county.
Last year alone, Women's Crisis Services received 6,300 calls for
help from people in crisis. In just the last month, five mothers
with children sought shelter at the safe house. In just the last
week, 51 individual counseling sessions took place.
To honor those who have died and to support those who still live
in the darkness of violence, Women's Crisis Services has
planned two very special programs. The annual Candlelight Vigil
will take place on Thursday evening, October 21st at 6:30 in front
of the Historical Hunterdon County Courthouse on Main Street in
Flemington. A moving event, the Candlelight Vigil provides an
excellent opportunity for members from every part of our county to
gather and take a stance against violence in our community.
There will be music, poetry, reflection and time to experience The
Clothesline Project. This powerful, visual display of t-shirts with
designs created by survivors truly bears witness to the violence
they have suffered. Used during therapy, the t-shirts are a
medium that allows clients to express themselves and their
experiences. A woman or child who has used the services of the
agency has made each of the t-shirts on display.
October also marks the official launch of Communities of
Light--Peace Begins at Home, a campaign developed to raise
awareness about the issue of domestic violence and to raise
funds for the programs and services that Women's Crisis
Services provides. With the proven leadership of Robert B. Reed,
Esq., a dedicated group of volunteers from all over the county
comprising the Communities of light Committee have set an
ambitious goal of raising $50,000 for the programs and services
that Women's Crisis Services provides and lighting more than
22,000 candles to raise awareness and show support for
survivors.
"This is a very important month for Women's Crisis Services and
for domestic violence agencies across the country," remarked
Nancy Connor, Executive Director, adding, "Having Senator
Leonard Lance as co-chair and Robert Reed leading our
Communities of Light effort have helped to further establish this
campaign." Mr. Reed, and attorney and resident of Hunterdon
county for 28 years has been dedicated to protecting the rights of
victims of domestic violence. Last year, Mr. Reed, recipient of the
Communities of Light Social Justice Award, advocated for a victim
of domestic violence before the Appellate Court of New Jersey
and established legal precedent to protect the rights of victims,
not only in New Jersey, but also throughout the United States. Mr.
Reed's contributions to Women's Crisis Services have been
significant, currently serving on the Board of Trustees and
Chairing the Communities of Light Campaign.
On the evening of December 19, 2004, Women's Crisis Services,
together with members of the community will light thousands of
luminaries around Hunterdon county as a beautiful display of
support for survivors of domestic violence. Other domestic
violence agencies in other counties will also be participating in a
movement to light up the entire state of New Jersey.
Corporate supporters like Aventis Pharmaceuticals, The Colalillo
ShopRites, The Hunterdon county Democrat, Premium Color
Graphics, Samuel Stothoff Company, Turntable Junction and
Yardville National Bank have already embraced communities of
Light: In addition, luminaria kits containing nine candles and
bags, along with a coupon for sand have been produced and are
being distributed throughout neifhborhoods, civic groups and
faith based organizations. The proceeds from the slae of each kit
will enable Women's Crisis Services to continue to provide
confidential services at no charge to women and children who
are victims of domestic violence and sexual assault.
The agency is already well under way in planning this year's
campaign and is requesting your support to make Communities
of Light a success. The desire to light up Hunterdon County with
more than 22,000 luminaries is ambitious, so members of the
community who want to join this important life saving effort, are
encouraged to contact women's Crisis Services. Selling kits on
your street, lighting candles on December 19, or speaking about
the campaign to your business are just a few ways to make a
difference.
Everyone is encouraged to participate in these two programs to
become more aware of the effects of violence on individual,
families and our community.
May 2004
Teen Dating Violence Q&A Session
Women's Crisis Services, in conjunction with
Verizon Wireless Hopeline and Colalillo Shoprite,
sponsored a weeklong awareness program
entitled, The Yellow Dress, which was presented
throughout Hunterdon County's high schoolsand
community in May 2004. Following each presentation
a panel of professionals who work with abusers and
survivors were on hand to address questions from
the audience. We have made available online a
sample selection from those Q&A sessions.
October 2, 2003
VERIZON WIRELESS COMBATS DOMESTIC VIOLENCE WITH
GRANTS TOTALING $30,000 (*PDF File)
Hunterdon's Women's Crisis Services Among
ThreeNonprofits to Receive Funding To Assist
Families and Educate Youth.
September 2003
WCS CELEBRATES 25 YEARS OF SERVING HUNTERDON
COUNTY (*PDF File)
Women's Crisis Services celebrates 25 years of
service with four special events to commemorate
the occassion.
* To open PDF files, Adobe Acrobat Reader is required. If you do not have
this program installed on your computer, please visit the Help Page for
further information on how to get it.
October 1, 2004
SAFE in Hunterdon Plans Events for Community to Know More
About Domestic Violence.
Crisp cool air, a vibrant display of color and a harvest of
pumpkins are what we often think about as we flip our calendar
pages to October. However, this month also signifies a time of
reflection, remembrance and of renewed dedication to continue
efforts to raise public awareness about domestic violence.
Although many residents in beautiful, rural Hunterdon county
could never believe that domestic violence would occur here;
men, women and children suffer from the effects of these
heinous acts each day.
Domestic violence knows no socio-economic barriers. It is not
predicated on race or religion. It doesn't understand the
geographic boundaries between urban and suburban settings.
Domestic violence does exist right here in Hunterdon county.
Last year alone, Women's Crisis Services received 6,300 calls for
help from people in crisis. In just the last month, five mothers
with children sought shelter at the safe house. In just the last
week, 51 individual counseling sessions took place.
To honor those who have died and to support those who still live
in the darkness of violence, Women's Crisis Services has
planned two very special programs. The annual Candlelight Vigil
will take place on Thursday evening, October 21st at 6:30 in front
of the Historical Hunterdon County Courthouse on Main Street in
Flemington. A moving event, the Candlelight Vigil provides an
excellent opportunity for members from every part of our county to
gather and take a stance against violence in our community.
There will be music, poetry, reflection and time to experience The
Clothesline Project. This powerful, visual display of t-shirts with
designs created by survivors truly bears witness to the violence
they have suffered. Used during therapy, the t-shirts are a
medium that allows clients to express themselves and their
experiences. A woman or child who has used the services of the
agency has made each of the t-shirts on display.
October also marks the official launch of Communities of
Light--Peace Begins at Home, a campaign developed to raise
awareness about the issue of domestic violence and to raise
funds for the programs and services that Women's Crisis
Services provides. With the proven leadership of Robert B. Reed,
Esq., a dedicated group of volunteers from all over the county
comprising the Communities of light Committee have set an
ambitious goal of raising $50,000 for the programs and services
that Women's Crisis Services provides and lighting more than
22,000 candles to raise awareness and show support for
survivors.
"This is a very important month for Women's Crisis Services and
for domestic violence agencies across the country," remarked
Nancy Connor, Executive Director, adding, "Having Senator
Leonard Lance as co-chair and Robert Reed leading our
Communities of Light effort have helped to further establish this
campaign." Mr. Reed, and attorney and resident of Hunterdon
county for 28 years has been dedicated to protecting the rights of
victims of domestic violence. Last year, Mr. Reed, recipient of the
Communities of Light Social Justice Award, advocated for a victim
of domestic violence before the Appellate Court of New Jersey
and established legal precedent to protect the rights of victims,
not only in New Jersey, but also throughout the United States. Mr.
Reed's contributions to Women's Crisis Services have been
significant, currently serving on the Board of Trustees and
Chairing the Communities of Light Campaign.
On the evening of December 19, 2004, Women's Crisis Services,
together with members of the community will light thousands of
luminaries around Hunterdon county as a beautiful display of
support for survivors of domestic violence. Other domestic
violence agencies in other counties will also be participating in a
movement to light up the entire state of New Jersey.
Corporate supporters like Aventis Pharmaceuticals, The Colalillo
ShopRites, The Hunterdon county Democrat, Premium Color
Graphics, Samuel Stothoff Company, Turntable Junction and
Yardville National Bank have already embraced communities of
Light: In addition, luminaria kits containing nine candles and
bags, along with a coupon for sand have been produced and are
being distributed throughout neifhborhoods, civic groups and
faith based organizations. The proceeds from the slae of each kit
will enable Women's Crisis Services to continue to provide
confidential services at no charge to women and children who
are victims of domestic violence and sexual assault.
The agency is already well under way in planning this year's
campaign and is requesting your support to make Communities
of Light a success. The desire to light up Hunterdon County with
more than 22,000 luminaries is ambitious, so members of the
community who want to join this important life saving effort, are
encouraged to contact women's Crisis Services. Selling kits on
your street, lighting candles on December 19, or speaking about
the campaign to your business are just a few ways to make a
difference.
Everyone is encouraged to participate in these two programs to
become more aware of the effects of violence on individual,
families and our community.
May 2004
Teen Dating Violence Q&A Session
Women's Crisis Services, in conjunction with
Verizon Wireless Hopeline and Colalillo Shoprite,
sponsored a weeklong awareness program
entitled, The Yellow Dress, which was presented
throughout Hunterdon County's high schoolsand
community in May 2004. Following each presentation
a panel of professionals who work with abusers and
survivors were on hand to address questions from
the audience. We have made available online a
sample selection from those Q&A sessions.
October 2, 2003
VERIZON WIRELESS COMBATS DOMESTIC VIOLENCE WITH
GRANTS TOTALING $30,000 (*PDF File)
Hunterdon's Women's Crisis Services Among
ThreeNonprofits to Receive Funding To Assist
Families and Educate Youth.
September 2003
WCS CELEBRATES 25 YEARS OF SERVING HUNTERDON
COUNTY (*PDF File)
Women's Crisis Services celebrates 25 years of
service with four special events to commemorate
the occassion.
* To open PDF files, Adobe Acrobat Reader is required. If you do not have
this program installed on your computer, please visit the Help Page for
further information on how to get it.
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