By Stuff on 09/17/2017

“… A new elder abuse position has started in Timaru as officials worry many instances of elder abuse could be going unreported every year.

Age Concern has assumed a Ministry of Social Development (MSD) contract in the region and has established a new, elder abuse clinician role. …”

Read the entire article: https://www.stuff.co.nz/timaru-herald/news/97240673/new-elder-abuse-role-as-concern-mounts-over-elder-abuse-underreporting

By News 8 WTNH on 09/24/2017

“… NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) — News 8 reached out to both police and advocate groups to learn more about how domestic violence impacts our state.

The Connecticut Coalition Against Domestic Violence says in 2016 it served more than 39,000 victims, offering things like counseling services, sheltering and court assistance. …”

Read the entire article: http://wtnh.com/2017/09/24/statistics-show-1-in-4-women-1-in-7-men-victims-of-domestic-violence/

By Huddersfield Daily Examiner on 07/12/2017

“… Murder victim David Butterfield endured a ‘history of abuse’ at the hands of partner Michelle Spencer.

It comes as the 38-year-old hairdresser is jailed for 13 years at Leeds Crown Court today for killing Mr Butterfield with a single stab wound at their home at Shirley Terrace in Gomersal in January. …”

Read the entire article: http://www.examiner.co.uk/news/murder-victim-endured-history-unreported-13156989

By National Law Review on 09/13/2017

“… A new law will soon take effect requiring nursing home employees to notify police within hours of suspected abuse – or to call 911 if the situation is an emergency. “Peggy’s Law” will provide additional protections to nursing home residents by ensuring that law enforcement is promptly notified of possible criminal abuse cases. …”

Read the entire article: https://www.natlawreview.com/article/peggy-s-law-protects-elderly-nursing-home-residents

By Democrat and Chronicle on 09/15/2017

“… “This bill will go a long way in helping to empower our medical professionals to play a proactive role in preventing elder abuse, an epidemic that too often flies under the radar,” bill sponsor Sen. Sue Serino, R-Hyde Park, Dutchess County, said in a statement.

The guidelines will be developed by Office for the Aging, the Department of Health and the Office of Children and Family Services and be available on their websites. …”

Read the entire article: http://www.democratandchronicle.com/story/news/politics/albany/2017/09/15/ny-installs-stronger-protections-against-elder-abuse/105636838/

By Think Progress on 09/15/2017

“… Transgender people face similar if not higher rates of intimate partner violence compared to cisgender people who are sexual minorities, research shows. A 2014 research article found trans people experienced significantly higher rates of intimate partner violence and sexual assault compared to cisgender people in the LGBTQ community, particularly dating violence and sexual assault. …”

Read the entire article: https://thinkprogress.org/20-transgender-people-have-been-killed-this-year-c2ed32ebad19/

By St Louis Post-Dispatch on 09/14/2017

“… Physicians are in a good position to intervene, but we often do not ask and do not recognize the symptoms or physical signs of a person in an abusive relationship. I agree with routinely asking patients about IPV, and including these issues on a questionnaire (verbally, electronic or on paper) is a good way to screen for IPV. I am in the habit now of telling all new patients that I ask about partner violence since I have seen so many cases. …”

Read the entire article: http://www.stltoday.com/lifestyles/health-med-fit/health/to-your-good-health/doctors-are-well-positioned-to-screen-for-domestic-violence/article_4e684378-22c3-54c8-b7c0-65be9987f870.html

By Accounting Web on 09/19/2017

“… Education is key. Accountants and tax professionals play vital roles in educating consumers about money matters. And while these professionals may not be the first to see this particular type of fraud, they surely will deal with its backlash. …”

Read the entire article: https://www.accountingweb.com/tax/individuals/tax-pros-can-help-elderly-with-more-financial-education-to-prevent-fraud

By Statesman on 09/18/2017

“… Dan Bezzant, of Ammon, wrote the heartfelt post on Thursday, Sept. 14, along with a photo of his 7-year-old son, Jackson, who has Treacher Collins syndrome. The condition causes underdeveloped facial bones and tissue, causing Jackson to look different from his peers. Bezzant told EastIdahoNews.com that a trio of older boys at school started picking on Jackson at breakfast on Thursday. …”

Read the entire article: http://www.idahostatesman.com/news/state/idaho/article173952936.html#storylink=cpy

COMMUNITY OUTREACH
 

Reports to the Executive Director and Intern Director.  Works on Community Education & Outreach Coordination.  Works with our spokespersons and in recruiting new spokespersons for our programs in the local community and nationally.  Drives engagement through networking, marketing, and partnership development. The COI schedules and provides community presentations to build awareness and engagement within the local community and nationally. Works with sponsors on funding outreach programs. 

DUTIES INCLUDE 

• Recruit and screen spokespersons in the local community and nationally.
• Assists Public Relations intern in completing the necessary applications for new campaigns.
• Schedule and provide community presentations to build awareness and engagement within the local community and nationally.
• Leveraging social media, networking, and partnering with the local community on events, conference presentations, and outreach.
• Monitor community issues, trends, and other factors that may impact program operations.
• Develop relationships with community members and leaders to position SAFE as an asset to the local community.
• Working with the marketing department, research and identify opportunities that support both brand building and marketing initiatives for SAFE.
• Works with Public Relations Intern in promoting upcoming events, campaigns, and speaking engagements.
• Other duties as assigned.

DESIRED SKILLS 

• Knowledge of local community and strong local personal network required.
• Professional image in personal appearance, manner, and demeanor.
• Ability to work in a team environment, while also delivering independent results.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills including persuasion and negotiation.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite is required.
• Experience working with digital and social media platforms (i.e. Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram, etc.).

BY THE END OF THIS TRAINING THE TRAINEE WILL HAVE LEARNED TO:

 • Add real-world professional Community Outreach experience to their educational credentials.
 • Improve their knowledge and skills in numerous aspects of Community Outreach.
 • Compile a portfolio of completed assignments at the end of the internship.
 • Participate as part of a team, on shared assignments and projects.
 • Work on a strict deadline.
 • Build relationships through various networking channels.
 • Utilize teamwork skills.

LENGTH REQUIREMENT:

We have Spring, Fall, and Summer internship programs available.  Upon successfully completing the program, interns will receive a Certificate of Completion and a Letter of Recommendation.  For more information on program length and hour requirements, email director@stopabuseforeveryone.org

SPECIFICATIONS:

This position is open to students enrolled at any college or university or a graduate looking for real-world experience. The students’ interests must lie in Community Outreach.

COLLEGE CREDIT:

While this is an UNPAID internship, student interns will have an opportunity to receive college credit. Contact your undergraduate advising officer for more information on academic credit.

APPLY:

Students wishing to apply for the internship should email resumes to intern@stopabuseforeveryone.org. For more information, please call 1-661-829-6848.