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DV and Innovative theatre

Julie Colpitts — Tue, 09 Apr 2013 02:25:48 +0000

A Streetcar Named Desire–Maine Humanities Council and MCEDVbring you innovative community social action theatre in Portland, Lewiston and Bangor. For information please click the link forward and join us for moving theatre and discussion…..

see the Bangor Daily News story: http://catchinghealth.bangordailynews.com/2013/04/05/family/a-streetcar-named-desire-lets-talk-about-domestic-violence/

Spruce Run is Hiring

mcedv — Tue, 02 Apr 2013 15:54:17 +0000

Spruce Run is hiring. For more information go to http://www.sprucerun.net/content/wp-content/uploads/Child-Protective-Initiative-Coordinator-announcement.pdf

February is Dating Violence Awareness Month

Julie Colpitts — Fri, 15 Feb 2013 20:56:02 +0000

Domestic Violence advocates from around the state joined with Governor LePage and legislators for the 3rd Domestic Violence at the State House Day. Governor LePage signed a proclamation against Dating Violence. For video of the event contine and click: DV … Continue reading →

Safe Voices is Hiring

mcedv — Wed, 13 Feb 2013 15:31:37 +0000

Safe Voices is searching for a dynamic, creative, and engaging individual to fill the position of Franklin Community Educator. Safe Voices is the domestic violence resource center serving Androscoggin, Franklin, and Oxford Counties. The Franklin Community Educator is responsible for conducting trainings, awareness campaigns and prevention programming on domestic violence. This position is based in Farmington and serves all of Franklin County. This position requires someone who is skilled at public speaking, capable of working independently, and is comfortable working with individuals throughout the community, including children. Some knowledge of domestic violence is helpful. Qualified applicants should have a bachelor’s degree. The salary range for this position is $14.50 to $16.09 an hour. Send cover letter and resume to Kelley Glidden, PO Box 713, Auburn ME 04212 or kglidden@safevoices.org. Safe Voices is an equal opportunity employer.

Black Bears Rally Against Domestic Violence

mcedv — Mon, 04 Feb 2013 21:21:00 +0000

ORONO, Maine (NEWS CENTER)– The University of Maine men’s hockey team along with fans joined the fight to end domestic violence. During Sunday’s home game fans and players showed support for the Maine Coalition to End Domestic Violence.

Fans received rally towels reading “There’s no excuse for domestic abuse.” The special dedication comes during February which is recognized as teen dating violence awareness month.

Margo Batsie with the Maine Coalition to End Domestic Violence said, “Domestic abuse doesn’t know age. There’s research that shows people young and old are effected. So it is really important to get the message out to college students. We also like using a sporting event because it’s sort of a crowd we don’t get to talk to very often.”

Nearly 2,000 rally towels were passed out. The men’s hockey team plus their coaches wore purple ribbons on their helmets and jackets to help stop domestic and dating violence.

The Maine Coalition to End Domestic Violence encourages anyone who is being abused or knows someone being abused to call the Maine Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-866-834-4357.

Family Violence Project Hiring

mcedv — Mon, 04 Feb 2013 21:16:51 +0000

Family Violence Project seeks advocate to provide direct services to residents (women and children) of our Kennebec County emergency shelter. This is a part-time position; some evening and weekend hours. The successful candidate will be well-organized, have demonstrated skills and experience in crisis intervention, group facilitation and conflict resolution, and will possess knowledge of issues related to domestic violence. Bachelor’s degree in human services or equivalent work experience required. Effective listening, oral, written and computer skills necessary. Familiarity with electronic client documentation preferred. EOE

Mail resume and cover letter by February 19, 2013 to: Search Committee, Kennebec Shelter Family Violence Project PO Box 304, Augusta, ME 04332-0304 Or email to fvp@familyviolenceproject.org

January is National Stalking Awareness Month!

Julie Colpitts — Sat, 26 Jan 2013 16:07:49 +0000

January is National Stalking Awareness Month, a time to focus on a crime that affected 6.6 million victims in one year. The theme—“Stalking: Know It. Name It. Stop It.”—challenges the
nation to fight this dangerous crime by learning more about it.
Stalking is a crime in all 50 states, the U.S. Territories and the District of Columbia, yet many
victims and criminal justice professionals underestimate its seriousness and impact. In one of five cases, stalkers use weapons to harm or threaten victims, and stalking is one of the significant risk factors for femicide (homicide of women) in abusive relationships. Victims suffer anxiety, social dysfunction, and severe depression at much higher rates than the general population, and many lose time from work or have to move as a result of their victimization. Stalking is difficult to recognize, investigate, and prosecute. Unlike other crimes, stalking is not a single, easily identifiable crime but a series of acts, a course of conduct directed at a specific person that would cause that person fear. Stalking may take many forms, such as assaults, threats, vandalism, burglary, or animal abuse, as well as unwanted cards, calls, gifts, or visits. One in four victims reports that the stalker uses technology, such as computers, global positioning system devices, or hidden cameras, to track the victim’s daily activities. Stalkers fit no standard psychological profile, and many stalkers follow their victims from one jurisdiction to another, making it difficult for authorities to investigate and prosecute their crimes.
Communities that understand stalking, however, can support victims and combat the crime. “If more people learn to recognize stalking,” said Julia Colpitts, MCEDV, “we have a better chance to protect victims and prevent tragedies. Maine has strong stalking laws on the books, but we have much work to do to implement these laws effectively to keep victims safe. ”

For more information on stalking check out http://www.stalkingawarenessmonth.org/ and the National Victims of Crime, Stalking Resource Center http://www.victimsofcrime.org/our-programs/stalking-resource-center

MCEDV and Governor LePage host Blaine House Tea

margo — Wed, 10 Oct 2012 19:36:02 +0000

Governor Paul LePage joined the Maine Coalition to End Domestic Violence (MCEDV) at the Blaine House for their annual tea and awards ceremony to kick-off Domestic Violence Awareness Month. The ceremony recognized six men in Maine for their work to prevent domestic violence. Governor LePage was also recognized for his efforts to end domestic violence in Maine.

During the ceremony, Governor LePage read and signed a proclamation declaring the month October 2012 as Domestic Violence Awareness Month in Maine.

In addition to Governor LePage, the ceremony also recognized Sergeant William Bonney of the Waterville Police Department, Matthew Perry of Family Crisis Services, Daniel Walters of A Call to Men, Arthur Jette of Womancare, the Executive Vice President of Franklin Community Health Network, Gerald Cayer, and Male Athletes Against Violence group at the University of Maine in Orono, for their efforts to stop domestic violence.

“It is important for more men to become involved in ending domestic abuse,” said Arthur Jette, one of the ceremony’s honorees. “Hopefully by recognizing the men who are taking a stand, it will encourage more men to step forward to help stop domestic violence.”

Gov. LePage, Julia Colpitts and members of MAAV

We Are Moving!

Julie Colpitts — Thu, 20 Sep 2012 16:56:31 +0000

New Adress: One Weston Court, Box#2, Augusta, Maine 04335. Phone and web addresses stay the same. During the week of September 24th, please reach us by email!

Thank you Maine Law Enforcement officers

Julie Colpitts — Mon, 14 May 2012 23:18:17 +0000

In honor of Peace Officers Memorial Day and Police Week which will be observed May 15-21, MCEDV would like to thank all of the law enforcement officers who each day protect victims of violence throughout the state of Maine. Without their valiant efforts, we would not be able to keep thousands of adults and children affected by violence safe, as well as send a clear and direct message of accountability to the abusers. Thank you very much for what you do for us all.