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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.

Sorry, but 2026 GER registration is now closed. Girl's Empowerment Retreat 2026 Thank you for registering for NDC's 2026 Girl's Empowerment Retreat, happening June 8th-12th from 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM. It is $20 per girl and $35 per family (ex: if you have 3 daughters interested in attending you only have to pay $35). Please fill out this registration form by May 23 at 11:59pm or until full. This camp is for girls ages 6 to 13 and is located in Waynesboro. The Girls Empowerment Retreat is a transformative experience designed to inspire and uplift young girls, fostering confidence and self-discovery. Through a series of empowering workshops, interactive activities, and mentorship sessions, participants develop leadership skills, cultivate strong self-esteem, and build meaningful connections with their peers. For any questions or concerns, please email Catheryn Wisteria at catheryn.wisteria@newdirections.org or Danielle Mango at danielle.mango@newdirectionscenter.org . Parent/Guardian First Name* Parent/Guardian Last Name* Phone Number* Email Address* Emergency Contact - Name and Number* Child 1 Name* Child 1 Age* Child 1 Allergies/Medication* Child 1 T-Shirt Size* Child 2 Name Child 2 Age Child 2 Allergies/Medication Child 2 T-Shirt Size Child 3 Name Child 3 Age Child 3 Allergies/Medication Child 3 T-Shirt Size If you are registering more than 3 children, please provide their name, age, allergies/medications, and t-shirt size here. If someone other than you is planning to or may pick up your child(ren) from camp, please provide their name and phone number here.* If you have any other information you'd like to share, please use this space to do so. Registration Fee One Child USD 20 Family (1+ Children) USD 35 Submit

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 Jackson Weatherly Mobile Services Advocate jackson.weatherly@newdirectionscenter.org Erika Zepeda Court Advocate erika.zepeda@newdirectionscenter.org Catheryn Wisteria Youth Program Coordinator catheryn.wisteria@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 Tania Martin Residential Program Coordinator tania.martin@newdirectionscenter.org Kaitlyn Hammer Community Engagement and Volunteer Program Coordinator kaitlyn.hammer@newdirectionscenter.org Career Opportunities: Thank you for your interest. There are currently no open positions available. For volunteering and internships, please visit the Get Involved tab. Board of Directors Elysse Stolpe Jeff Hylton Yuliya Kier Wally Edwards Kara Pyles Ron Lassiter Logan Davenport. Andrea Coffman

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.