Monroe College was proud to host “DiVA Talk 2019”, a domestic violence awareness workshop to help those affected know where to turn for confidential, trusted counsel, assistance, and resources.

The “DiVA Talk 2019″ town hall meeting brought together domestic violence experts, survivor support advocates, survivors, and the local community for a frank discussion on how to identify and help those who may be in an abusive or unhealthy relationship.

BRONX, N.Y. (PRWEB)
October 03, 2019

Monroe College, a national leader in educating urban and international students, last night hosted “DiVA Talk 2019,” a town hall meeting that brought together domestic violence experts, survivor support advocates, survivors, and the local community for a frank discussion on how to identify and help those who may be in an abusive or unhealthy relationship.

Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz, Jr., joined Guylaine Harrison, Esq., dean of Monroe’s School of Criminal Justice, in welcoming guests to the event held on the Bronx campus. They were joined by an impressive panel of education, law enforcement, and health and human services professionals on the front lines of this national crisis.

The panelists were:

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  Melissa Cebollero: Senior Director, Office of Government & Community Relations, Montefiore Health System, The University Hospital for Albert Einstein College of Medicine
• Maureen Curtis, LMSW, MPH: Vice-President, Criminal Justice Programs at the national victim advocacy organization Safe Horizon
• Steven Ippolito, PhD: Professor with the School of Criminal Justice and King Graduate School at Monroe College
• Anne Paulle, MS: Adjunct Professor with the School of Criminal Justice at Monroe College and a domestic violence support advocate and consultant
• Josefa Romero: Supervising Social Worker for the Bronx Supervised Visitation Program
• Liz Spurrell-Huss, MSW, MPH: Public Health Social Worker with the Office of Community and Population Health (OCPH) at Montefiore Health System

The town hall meeting coincided with the start of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, which first began in October 1981 as a “Day of Unity” to rally domestic violence survivor advocates to partner together.

In addition to the panel discussion, an information table was available last night for those interested in learning more about local organizations and public resources for those in need. Representatives from a number of community providers were on hand to answer questions and provide assistance.

Yesterday’s “DiVA Talk 2019” was the latest in a series of workshops and community talks designed to break the silence on domestic violence issues and help those affected know where to turn for confidential, trusted counsel, assistance, and resources.

Launched more than 15 years ago, the DiVA initiative was first convened as a series of domestic violence awareness and intervention projects by Melissa Cebollero, the Health and Human Services Director in the Bronx Borough President’s Office under Adolfo Carrion; the program continues to be maintained by Ruben Diaz, Jr., the current Bronx Borough President. Anne Paulle, one of today’s panelists, was among the first survivor support advocates to join with her. Ms. Paulle was the Director of the Bronx Domestic Violence Programs at the Jewish Board of Family and Children’s Services at the time.

The DiVA name — which reflects the initiative’s focus on Domestic Violence Awareness — is given to a number of programs to help individuals in crisis and their families. DiVA programs range from immediate crisis intervention assistance to longer-term counseling and support. DiVA services have included inclusive spa/outreach, theatrical performances and telephone hotline services for the Bronx community.

ABOUT MONROE COLLEGE

Founded in 1933, Monroe College is a recognized leader in urban and international education. The College is proud of its innovative programs to increase college access, affordability, and completion outcomes, especially among first-generation students. The strength of its warm, supportive culture is reflected in the personal connections fostered among students, faculty, and staff.

Monroe educates close to 8,000 students each year, offering Certificate, Associate, Bachelor’s, and Master’s degree programs from campuses in the Bronx, New Rochelle, and St. Lucia. Students may also take courses online.

Programs are offered through seven academic schools, including the Schools of Allied Health Professions, Business and Accounting, Criminal Justice, Education, Hospitality Management and the Culinary Institute of New York (CINY), Information Technology, and Nursing, as well as through King Graduate School. Liberal arts and continuing education programs are also available. For more information and admissions criteria, please visit http://www.monroecollege.edu.

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“The webinar––hosted by Gaggle––will focus on the research behind understanding and responding to this growing crisis, what is causing these mental health issues in adolescents, and the ways two districts in Texas and Idaho have addressed these problems.”

BLOOMINGTON, Ill. (PRWEB)
October 04, 2019

Suicide is the leading cause of death among 10-19-year-old adolescents. This crisis is forcing school districts to become more proactive in monitoring student mental health in order to support and provide services for students in need. Education experts recommend that schools ensure the wellbeing of the “whole child,” often looking to curriculums focused on social emotional learning to teach students skills they can use to moderate and manage their own behavior, treat others with understanding, and develop persistence and resilience in the face of their personal challenges

On Thursday, October 10 at 6 p.m. EST, a panel of adolescent mental health and K-12 education and technology experts will present an informative, free webinar on “Addressing the Crisis in Adolescent Mental Health: How Districts Can Identify and Support Struggling Students.” The webinar – hosted by Gaggle – will focus on the research behind understanding and responding to this growing crisis, what is causing these mental health issues in adolescents, and the ways two districts in Texas and Idaho have addressed these problems.

K-12 Market Specialist and Writer Annie Galvin Teich will lead the webinar, guiding the discussion and ensuring valuable insights from all panelists – comprised of Dr. Lisa Strohman, Kathleen Tuck, and Dr. Melissa Williams-Scott, experts in adolescent mental health and K-12 education and technology. Dr. Lisa Strohman is a clinical psychologist, author, public speaker, and the founder and director of Digital Citizen Academy. Dr. Strohman established Digital Citizen Academy to proactively prevent and educate students, educators, and parents on the issues resulting from technology use and misuse. Kathleen Tuck oversees internal and external communications for the Nampa School District in Idaho, where she also serves as the community relations liaison. She has over 20 years of communications experience in both K-12 and higher education. Dr. Melissa Williams-Scott is a 25-year educator who now acts as executive director of information systems for the Dickinson Independent School District in Texas.

Gaggle has just released a new white paper highlighting research that explains the increase in students’ mental health crises. The paper is written to help school and district leaders create a framework for understanding the drivers in student wellbeing, to proactively address the increase in adolescent depression and suicide, and to expand services to support students in crisis. To read this timely white paper in its entirety, download here.

There is no cost to join the webinar, but registration is required. For more information go to: https://home.edweb.net/webinar/schoolsafety20191010/

WHAT: No-cost webinar for K-12 educators

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  Dr. Lisa Strohman, Psychologist, Attorney, Author, and Mother
• Kathleen Tuck, Director of Communications/Community Relations, Nampa (ID) School District
• Dr. Melissa Williams-Scott, Executive Director of Information Systems, Dickinson (TX) ISD
• Hosted by Annie Galvin Teich, Writer, Editor, and K-12 Market Specialist

WHEN: Thursday, October 10 at 6 p.m. EST

REGISTER: https://home.edweb.net/webinar/schoolsafety20191010/

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