Are you or someone you love dealing with the impacts of intimate partner violence, sexual assault, or human trafficking? New Directions Center offers a 24/7 crisis hotline, court advocacy, emergency housing, support groups, hospital accompaniment and more. We strive to create an environment where survivors are empowered to heal from their trauma and become more self-sufficient with the help of our team’s compassionate professionals. Reach out today if you or someone you love needs help! Estamos aquí por tí. New Directions Center quiere que sepas que existe una comunidad de personas que creen en ti y te apoyan. Obtenga más información sobre nuestros servicios para sobrevivientes: Nuestros servicios "New Directions gave me and my kids hope for a better life." - Shelter Resident PODER VIDAS Obtenga más información sobre la misión de nuestra organización y sobre lo que estamos haciendo para empoderar y defender a los sobrevivientes en nuestra comunidad. Sobre nosotros EDUCANDO LA COMUNIDAD Puede ser parte de este movimiento para poner fin a la violencia y hacer de nuestra comunidad un lugar más seguro. Aprenda cómo con nuestros programas y capacitaciones. Educación y divulgación FINALIZANDO VIOLENCIA Una comunidad de apoyo es lo que nos ayuda a seguir sirviendo a los sobrevivientes. Aquí puede averiguar cómo puede contribuir a nuestros esfuerzos. Donar ¡Me gusta y síguenos! ¡Suscríbase a nuestro boletín de noticias! Únase a nuestra lista de correo para recibir las últimas actualizaciones sobre eventos y más.

Are you or someone you love dealing with the impacts of intimate partner violence, sexual assault, or human trafficking? New Directions Center offers a 24/7 crisis hotline, court advocacy, emergency housing, support groups, hospital accompaniment and more. We strive to create an environment where survivors are empowered to heal from their trauma and become more self-sufficient with the help of our team’s compassionate professionals. Reach out today if you or someone you love needs help! Sobre nosotros Nuestra misión New Directions Center es una organización sin fines de lucro que trabaja para reducir el impacto de la violencia de la pareja íntima, el asalto sexual, la trata de personas y el acecho a través de la defensa centrada en los sobrevivientes, los servicios de apoyo, la educación comunitaria y la concientización. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion New Directions Center’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Policy is an integral part of the agency’s mission and shapes our vision of building an organization that attracts and leverages diversity in our staff and strives for respect and inclusion throughout the workplace and in the communities we serve. As the foundation of our organization’s overarching strategy, our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Policy can be broken down into three primary lines of action: Attracting and Onboarding/ To create a workforce that is broadly reflective of the larger community and the clients we serve. Engaging and Developing/ To support our employees in building the skills and capacity to work in an inclusive manner with one another and with the people we serve. Building the Culture/ To create a welcoming workplace in which employees’ unique characteristics, skills, and experiences are respected, valued, and celebrated. We recognize that a safe and respectful work environment where everyone’s contributions are encouraged and valued in equal measure is also reflective of our belief that when one person thrives, we all thrive. Nuestros valores Guiar nuestra misión son los valores de nuestra agencia: Liberty equality adaptability Compassion respect consent Peace safety wellbeing Empowerment courage hope Diversity connection inclusion Healing restoring justice Our Staff We're here for you. We want survivors to know that our community has caring and compassionate individuals ready to join them on their journey towards healing and justice. By providing free and confidential services, we are able to offer survivors the resources they need to live a life free of violence. Claudia Lopez-Muniz Executive Director claudia.lopez@newdirectionscenter.org Justin Lingenfelter Court Advocate (PRN) justin.lingenfelter@newdirectionscenter.org Nancy Swift Court Advocate Lethality Assessment Program (LAP) Coordinator nancy.swift @newdirectionscenter.org Gary Wilson Community Counselor gary.wilson@newdirectionscenter.org Erika Zepeda Court Advocate erika.zepeda@newdirectionscenter.org Catheryn Wisteria Youth Program Coordinator catheryn.wisteria@newdirectionscenter.org Kaitlyn Hammer Community Engagement and Volunteer Program Coordinator kaitlyn.hammer@newdirectionscenter.org Kristen Cook Assistant Director kristen.c ook@newdirectionscenter.org Danielle Mango Development Coordinator danielle.mango@newdirectionscenter.org J'Naejah Martin Client Services Advocate jnaejah.martin@newdirectionscenter.org Precious Smith Clients Services Advocate precious.smith@ newdirectionscenter.org Erin Dempsey Residential Program Coordinator erin.dempsey@ newdirectionscenter.org Sarah Blackwell Client Services Advocate sarah.blackwell@ newdirectionscenter.org Career Opportunities: Thank you for your interest in working with us. There are no open positions at New Directions Center. Board of Directors Elysse Stolpe Jeff Hylton Yuliya Kier Wally Edwards Kara Pyles Ron Lassiter Logan Davenport.

Are you or someone you love dealing with the impacts of intimate partner violence, sexual assault, or human trafficking? New Directions Center offers a 24/7 crisis hotline, court advocacy, emergency housing, support groups, hospital accompaniment and more. We strive to create an environment where survivors are empowered to heal from their trauma and become more self-sufficient with the help of our team’s compassionate professionals. Reach out today if you or someone you love needs help! Contáctenos Estamos aquí por tí. Llame a nuestra línea directa las 24 horas del día, los 7 días de la semana para hablar con un defensor: 540-886-6800 Texto: 804-793-9999 We do not collect information or share information with third parties. Horas de oficina Lunes Viernes 8:30 a. M. A 4:30 p. M. These hours are subject to change due to holidays, inclement weather, etc. Please look on our social medias to stay informed. Contacta con nuestra oficina Oficina: 540-885-7273 Fax: 540-885-0686 Línea directa de crisis 24 horas al día, 7 días a la semana: 540-886-6800

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Solicitud de voluntariado Volunteer with Us First name Last name Email Birthday How did you find out about us? Select an option Phone Street Address Street Address Line 2 City Region/State/Province Postal / Zip code Country Country Which days are you available? Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat # Hours/day Why are you interested in volunteeering with New Directions Center? What types of work are you interested in doing? Have you ever been convicted of a felony? No Yes Please provide the name, email, and phone number of a personal or professional reference. Relationship to applicant: Please provide the name, email, and phone number of a second personal or professional reference. Relationship to Applicant: I want to subscribe to the newsletter. I hereby certify that the information provided on this application is accurate to the best of my knowledge and subject to verification by New Directions Center. I authorize any persons named in this application to provide New Directions Center (its authorized employees, agents or representatives) with any relevant information that may be required to arrive at a decision regarding my eligibility to volunteer and hereby release any such schools, persons, employers, agencies, and organizations from any and all liability which they might otherwise incur as a result. I understand that any misrepresentation or omission of a material fact on my application may be justification for dismissal from the volunteer program. Your Signature Clear Select a date Submit Application Thanks for applying to volunteer with us! We'll get back to you soon.

VUELTA Informe LAP 2020 NDC trabaja en colaboración con nuestras agencias locales de aplicación de la ley para ejecutar el Protocolo de evaluación de letalidad (LAP). El LAP promueve una respuesta comunitaria coordinada al permitir que los socorristas conecten a las víctimas de violencia doméstica con New Directions Center. Para obtener más información, lea nuestro Informe LAP para 2020.

Are you or someone you love dealing with the impacts of intimate partner violence, sexual assault, or human trafficking? New Directions Center offers a 24/7 crisis hotline, court advocacy, emergency housing, support groups, hospital accompaniment and more. We strive to create an environment where survivors are empowered to heal from their trauma and become more self-sufficient with the help of our team’s compassionate professionals. Reach out today if you or someone you love needs help! Apoya nuestro trabajo Hacer una Donación New Directions Center depende de la generosidad de nuestra comunidad para ayudar a apoyar el trabajo que hacemos. Considere dar un regalo de esperanza a los sobrevivientes a quienes servimos. Estamos inmensamente agradecidos por cualquier apoyo que pueda brindar, ya sea monetario o suministros básicos para nuestros clientes, agradecemos cualquier ayuda que pueda ofrecer. Donate Now Help us make a difference and provide hope First Name* Last Name Email* Mailing Address* Dedicate or Designate Your Donation - Please let us know if this gift is in honor or memory of someone, or if you would like it directed toward a specific program, item, or need. Would You Prefer to Remain Anonymous? Yes No Donation USD 20 USD 50 USD 100 Donate Con su ayuda, juntos podemos seguir trabajando por un mundo libre de violencia. Envíe una donación. Los cheques pagaderos a New Directions Center se pueden enviar a nuestra oficina administrativa: 110 W. Johnson Street Suite 102 Staunton, VA 24401 Gracias Sus donaciones nos ayudan a brindar servicios gratuitos a familias e individuos que necesitan ayuda. Al donar, puede ayudar a nuestros clientes vulnerables a recuperarse. Informe a nuestro personal si desea un recibo de impuestos por su donación.

Are you or someone you love dealing with the impacts of intimate partner violence, sexual assault, or human trafficking? New Directions Center offers a 24/7 crisis hotline, court advocacy, emergency housing, support groups, hospital accompaniment and more. We strive to create an environment where survivors are empowered to heal from their trauma and become more self-sufficient with the help of our team’s compassionate professionals. Reach out today if you or someone you love needs help! Nuestros servicios para sobrevivientes Our Services If you are in need of immediate services and/or emergency shelter, please call our hotline at 540-886-6800. Línea directa de crisis las 24 horas, los 7 días de la semana Llame a nuestra línea directa confidencial para hablar con personal capacitado que puede brindarle apoyo compasivo, planificación de seguridad y referencias para recursos y servicios comunitarios. Servicios de apoyo emocional Brindamos apoyo a los clientes como un medio para brindarles las herramientas que necesitan para enfrentar y sanar los problemas derivados del trauma de la violencia sexual y doméstica. Abogacía judicial Ayudamos a los sobrevivientes a navegar por el sistema legal brindándoles acompañamiento judicial, información sobre sus derechos, asistencia con órdenes de protección y más. Vivienda de emergencia Acompañamiento hospitalario Grupos de apoyo Nuestro refugio seguro y confidencial ofrece alojamiento temporal para sobrevivientes. También proporcionamos transporte de emergencia, comida y ropa. Brindamos acompañamiento hospitalario para sobrevivientes que estén considerando un examen forense. Nuestros defensores están disponibles para quedarse durante todo el proceso del examen para brindarle información y apoyo emocional. Ofrecemos grupos de apoyo para fomentar la solidaridad y la curación entre los sobrevivientes de la comunidad. Emotional Support Services for Youth We provide youth an safe space to work through their trauma and find healthy ways to cope with it. We focus on youth empowerment, boundaries, and personal autonomy. Emotional Support Services for Families We provide a safe space to work through family trauma and experiences. There is a strong focus on family relationships and repairing them. Housing Program Services We offer housing support services to help clients become self sustainable following their experiences. Through financial planning, job searching, educational achievements, this program uplifts clients to live and thrive on their own. Support Groups Finding healing through solidarity. Support group is temporarily on pause. More information to come!

Privacy and Confidentiality Policy PRIVACY POLICY - WEBSITE This privacy policy sets out how New Directions Center uses and protects any information that you give us when you use this website. We are committed to ensuring that your privacy is protected. Should we ask you to provide certain information by which you can be identified when using this website, then you can be assured that it will only be used in accordance with this privacy statement. We may change this policy from time to time by updating this page. You should check this page from time to time to ensure that you are happy with any changes. This policy is effective from 1/14/2013. We may collect the following information: name contact information (e.g. email address, street address) demographic information (e.g. post code, preferences and interests) other information relevant to client surveys and/or offers We are committed to ensuring that your information is secure. In order to prevent unauthorized access or disclosure, we have put in place suitable physical, electronic, and managerial procedures to safeguard and secure the information we collect online. SMS opt in or phone numbers for the purpose of SMS are not being shared. CONFIDENTIALITY POLICY - SERVICES New Directions Center is dedicated to providing safe and accessible services to all those who may be in need. This means that all of our services are offered 100% free and 100% confidential. We also adhere to the following rule regarding the privacy of those seeking domestic violence assistance: Code of Virginia Title 63.2. Welfare (Social Services) Subtitle I. General Provisions Relating to Social Services Chapter 1. General Provisions § 63.2-104.1. Confidentiality of records of persons receiving domestic and sexual violence services: A. In order to ensure the safety of adult and child victims of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, or stalking, or victims of a violation of § 18.2-48, 18.2-355, 18.2-356, 18.2-357, or 18.2-357.1, and their families, programs and individuals providing services to such victims shall protect the confidentiality and privacy of persons receiving services. B. Except as provided in subsections C and D, programs and individuals providing services to victims of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, or stalking, or victims of a violation of § 18.2-48, 18.2-355, 18.2-356, 18.2-357, or 18.2-357.1, shall not: 1. Disclose any personally identifying information or individual information collected in connection with services requested, utilized, or denied through programs for victims of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, or stalking, or victims of a violation of § 18.2-48, 18.2- 355, 18.2-356, 18.2-357, or 18.2-357.1; or 2. Reveal individual client information without the informed, written, reasonably time-limited consent of the person about whom information is sought; the minor and his parent or legal guardian, in cases in which the client is an unemancipated minor; or the guardian of an incapacitated person as defined in § 64.2-2000, whether for this program or any other Federal, State, tribal, or territorial grant program. However, consent for release may not be given by the abuser or alleged abuser of the minor or incapacitated person, or the abuser or alleged abuser of the other parent of the minor. C. If release of information described in subsection B is compelled by statutory or court mandate, the program or individual providing services shall: 1. Make reasonable attempts to provide notice to victims affected by the disclosure of information; and 2. Take steps necessary to protect the privacy and safety of the persons affected by the release of the information. D. Programs and individuals providing services to victims of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, or stalking, or victims of a violation of § 18.2-48, 18.2-355, 18.2-356, 18.2-357, or 18.2-357.1, may share: 1. Nonpersonally identifying data in the aggregate regarding services to their clients and nonpersonally identifying demographic information in order to comply with Federal, State, tribal, or territorial reporting, evaluation, or data collection requirements; 2. Court generated information and law-enforcement generated information contained in secure, governmental registries for protection order enforcement purposes; and 3. Information necessary for law enforcement and prosecution purposes. 1 6/15/2023 12:00:00 AM For purposes of this section, "programs" shall include public and not-for-profit agencies the primary mission of which is to provide services to victims of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, or stalking, or victims of a violation of § 18.2-48, 18.2-355, 18.2-356, 18.2-357, or 18.2-357.1. E. For the purposes of this section, a person may be a victim of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, or stalking, or a victim of a violation of § 18.2-48, 18.2-355, 18.2-356, 18.2-357, or 18.2-357.1, regardless of whether any person has been charged with or convicted of any offense. 2006, c. 135;2016, cc. 666, 670. The chapters of the acts of assembly referenced in the historical citation at the end of this section(s) may not constitute a comprehensive list of such chapters and may exclude chapters whose provisions have expired.

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