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The NYSPCC Receives $1.65 Million in Grants for Programs that Advance Agency's Mission to Prevent Child Abuse

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Tuesday, November 7, 2023
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NEW YORK, Nov. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The New York Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children (NYSPCC), the world's first child protection agency, has received $1.65 million across three grants to help fund critical programs and services that further the agency's mission to respond to the complex needs of abused and neglected children.

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  • The grants come from the United States Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), the Office on Violence Against Women (OVW) and the National Institutes of Health (NIH).
  • For nearly 150 years, the NYSPCC has worked to protect children and those involved in their care by providing best-practice counseling, legal and educational services.
  • "To have been awarded such significant grants from key federal programs speaks volumes about the critical work the New York Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children does on behalf of children's safety.
  • Safe Touches is an evidence-based child sexual abuse prevention program designed for children in kindergarten through third grade.

The Conference on Crimes Against Women Announces the State Department’s Cindy Dyer as Keynote Speaker

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Tuesday, February 7, 2023
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"We will never succeed in our fight to end violence against women and children if we do not address the societal devastation of human trafficking.

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  • "We will never succeed in our fight to end violence against women and children if we do not address the societal devastation of human trafficking.
  • "We are extremely fortunate to have as, our keynote speaker, United States TIP Ambassador Cindy Dyer to share with us her expertise in fighting gender-based violence.
  • A gifted speaker, Ambassador Dyer began her career as a domestic violence prosecutor with the Dallas County District Attorney's office.
  • Ultimately, this training facilitates improvement of policies, practices, strategies, and collaborative responses to all crimes against women.

The National Council of Juvenile and Family Court Judges Publishes Revised Chapter Four of the Model Code on Domestic and Family Violence

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Wednesday, February 1, 2023
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RENO, Nev., Feb. 01, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The National Council of Juvenile and Family Court Judges (NCJFCJ), the nation's oldest and largest judicial membership organization, has released its publication "Revised Chapter Four of the Model Code" on Domestic and Family Violence, which is referred to as the family and children chapter.

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  • RENO, Nev., Feb. 01, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The National Council of Juvenile and Family Court Judges (NCJFCJ), the nation's oldest and largest judicial membership organization, has released its publication "Revised Chapter Four of the Model Code" on Domestic and Family Violence, which is referred to as the family and children chapter.
  • In 1994, the NCJFCJ adopted and approved as its official policy the statements made and practices recommended in its publication, "Model Code on Domestic and Family Violence (Model Code)."
  • The Model Code is considered the preeminent resource for judges, court professionals, and professionals working in domestic and family violence.
  • It has provided a framework for promoting effective responses to domestic violence by criminal, civil, and family courts, encouraging consistency across the country for nearly three decades.

Nevada Coalition to End Domestic and Sexual Violence Joins the National Council of Juvenile and Family Court Judges as Organizational Member

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Thursday, October 20, 2022
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RENO, Nev., Oct. 20, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The National Council of Juvenile and Family Court Judges (NCJFCJ) has welcomed the Nevada Coalition to End Domestic and Sexual Violence (NCEDSV) as an organizational member of the oldest judicial membership organization in the country.

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  • RENO, Nev., Oct. 20, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The National Council of Juvenile and Family Court Judges (NCJFCJ) has welcomed the Nevada Coalition to End Domestic and Sexual Violence (NCEDSV) as an organizational member of the oldest judicial membership organization in the country.
  • The Nevada Coalition to End Domestic and Sexual Violence (NCEDSV) provides statewide advocacy, education, and support to the frontline organizations that help those impacted by domestic and sexual violence.
  • Both Nevada-based organizations are committed to training and technical assistance to support domestic violence and sexual violence programs and providers.
  • The Nevada Coalition to End Domestic and Sexual Violence (previously The Nevada Network Against Domestic Violence), is the statewide coalition of domestic and sexual violence programs.

Jeanne Geiger Crisis Center launches the Geiger Institute, takes next step in domestic violence homicide prevention

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Tuesday, June 21, 2022
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Jeanne Geiger Crisis Center announces the launch of the Geiger Institute, a national initiative to end domestic violence homicides.

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  • Jeanne Geiger Crisis Center announces the launch of the Geiger Institute, a national initiative to end domestic violence homicides.
  • The Geiger Institute offers the approaches developed by the Jeanne Geiger Crisis Center, the Domestic Violence High Risk Team (DVHRT) Model and the Danger Assessment for Law Enforcement (DA-LE), as well as training and technical assistance.
  • Since 1982, the Jeanne Geiger Crisis Center has been helping individuals and families impacted by domestic violence.
  • The mission of the Jeanne Geiger Crisis Center is to empower individuals and engage communities to end domestic violence.

Collective Liberty and NCOSE Among Over 50 Organizations and U.S. Government Oppose American Law Institute (ALI) Proposed Changes to the Model Penal Code

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Tuesday, May 17, 2022
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The proposed changes narrow and weaken sexual assault law including the sex trafficking statute.

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  • The proposed changes narrow and weaken sexual assault law including the sex trafficking statute.
  • A motion will be offered at ALI's Tuesday, May 17th meeting to OPPOSE the draft revisions.
  • The ALI proposed amendments to the Model Penal Code, however, disregard that process and evolution.
  • A bipartisan group of 35 Attorneys General object to the hasty process arguing last week that the proposed changes "silence survivor voices."

Humanitarian and Philanthropic Leader Vivian G. Bass Elected President of Save a Child's Heart

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Tuesday, January 11, 2022
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ROCKVILLE, Md., Jan. 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --Save a Child's Heart (SACH) Board of Directors of the US branch elected Vivian G. Bass of Bethesda, Maryland to serve as President effective January 1, 2022.

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  • ROCKVILLE, Md., Jan. 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --Save a Child's Heart (SACH) Board of Directors of the US branch elected Vivian G. Bass of Bethesda, Maryland to serve as President effective January 1, 2022.
  • "Vivian is an outstanding visionary and legendary leader who is highly respected and admired by individuals of all ages, cultures, religions, and socioeconomic statuses," said David Litwack, SACH US Executive Director.
  • "We are honored that she has accepted this pivotal role with SACH US, especially during such a precarious and unpredictable pandemic period."
  • In her volunteer capacity, Bass is a Vice Chair of RespectAbility, a national advocacy organization advancing opportunities and fighting stigmas for persons with disabilities.

Soteria Solutions Awarded Coveted Grant From The Office On Violence Against Women's Training And Technical Assistance Initiative

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Thursday, September 24, 2020
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DURHAM, N.H., Sept. 24, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Soteria Solutions, the leader in innovative programs that prevent sexual and interpersonal harassment while building safe and respectful organizational cultures, was awarded the OVW's Training and Technical Assistance (TA) Initiative Grant for $399,924.

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  • DURHAM, N.H., Sept. 24, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Soteria Solutions, the leader in innovative programs that prevent sexual and interpersonal harassment while building safe and respectful organizational cultures, was awarded the OVW's Training and Technical Assistance (TA) Initiative Grant for $399,924.
  • Soteria Solutions will provide training and technical assistance to institutions of higher education through the Strengthening Campus Needs Assessments and Strategic Planning Project.
  • Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), the Vice Chair of the Senate Appropriations subcommittee that funds the Office on Violence Against Women (OVW), U.S.
  • Soteria Solutions President, Jane Stapleton, explains that "We are excited to work with the Office on Violence Against Women Campus Grant unit to support campus grantees in their efforts to create safe campuses.

Baker University Receives Grant to Build Sexual Assault Prevention Program

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Thursday, October 3, 2019
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BALDWIN CITY, Kan., Oct. 3, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Baker University received a $299,992 grant from the Department of Justice to expand its resources and build a community-based program to educate students, faculty and staff about stalking, sexual assault, and dating and domestic violence.

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  • BALDWIN CITY, Kan., Oct. 3, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Baker University received a $299,992 grant from the Department of Justice to expand its resources and build a community-based program to educate students, faculty and staff about stalking, sexual assault, and dating and domestic violence.
  • The university will use the grantto establish programming to encourage campus safety and to expand access to services and support for victims.
  • "The grant allows for education, awareness, and prevention on issues central to college communities."
  • The new program will enhance and build on the initiatives already provided by the university, such as mandatory training for faculty and staff.