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Hispanic Services Director Receives US Citizenship!

March 2019 – Domestic Violence 101 Group

FLVF Youth Advocate – Megan Holmes Shares Her Story

2020 Census Jobs Available!

May 2019 – National Mental Health Awareness Month

April 2019 – National Volunteer Week

National Women’s History Month

FLVF Offers FREE Weekly DV 101 Course

Address Confidentiality Program

FLVF Offers FREE Self-Help Clinics

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Posted on November 8, 2019 by Jeanette Cozart

CONGRATULATIONS! Previous Next Hispanic Services Director, Cecilia Barrenechea receives United States Citizenship!

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Posted on May 7, 2019 by Jeanette Cozart

A huge THANK YOU to everyone who participated in our first DV101 course of 2019!

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Posted on May 3, 2019 by Jeanette Cozart

“From Tragedy to I was placed into the foster care system at the age of 15. Uncertain and afraid, I had no idea of what I should expect living with complete strangers. Little did I know that December 29, 2009, … Continue reading →

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Posted on May 1, 2019 by Jeanette Cozart

Source: 2020census.gov/jobs

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Posted on April 22, 2019 by Jeanette Cozart

May is National Mental Health Awareness Month. National Alliance on Mental Illness and other mental health organizations across the country continue to bring awareness, support and education to the public about the impacts of mental illness. While we focus on … Continue reading →

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Posted on April 9, 2019 by Jeanette Cozart

National Volunteer Week is a yearly week of recognition for the many people who give generously of their time and resources to a huge variety of causes. The week is used to bring awareness to the contributions of volunteers and … Continue reading →

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Posted on February 25, 2019 by Jeanette Cozart

NATIONAL WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH National Women’s History Month is an annual designation observed in March. During this month, we are all encouraged to … Continue reading →

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Posted on March 30, 2018 by Jeanette Cozart

The Address Confidentiality Program helps victims keep abusers from discovering their new address. We help protect survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking, and human trafficking. More than 990 people currently participate in the program. Keeping Your New Address Confidential If … Continue reading →

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Posted on February 14, 2018 by Jeanette Cozart

Families Living Violence Free is proud to partner with Legal Aid of North Carolina to bring Granville County and surrounding areas FREE Self-Help Clinics. Legal Aid of North Carolina’s free do-it-yourself legal clinics educate people about their rights and empower them to handle … Continue reading →

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“Giving Voice and Support to Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Victims.”
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< 2020 >

January

Families Living Violence Free is seeking board members to represent our Hispanic community. If you are interested, please
e-mail us at flvfmail@nc.rr.com.

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WIN – Women In Network
All day
2020-01-02
https://flvf.org/event/win-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-3-3-3-4-3-2-2-2-2-4-2-3-2-2-2-2-2-2/
Women In Network
Every Thursday
Please contact Peggy Roark at proark@flvf.org or 919-693-3579 for more information.

FREE Social Security Disability Clinic
All day
2020-01-02
https://flvf.org/event/free-social-security-disability-clinic-2-2/
Legal Aid of North Carolina offers a free Social Security Disability Clinic to learn about the types of adult Social Security Disability benefits, how to qualify, the application process, and what you will need to show to prove that you are entitled to benefits. At the clinic, you will watch an instructional video. A volunteer attorney will be available to answer general questions. Register HERE.

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FREE Criminal Record Expungement Clinic
2:30 PM-3:30 PM
2020-01-07
https://flvf.org/event/free-criminal-record-expungement-clinic/
Families Living Violence Free has partnered with Legal Aid to bring you Legal Aid’s FREE Criminal Record Expunction Clinic to learn if you can remove any information from your criminal record. Register HERE!

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WIN – Women In Network
All day
2020-01-09
https://flvf.org/event/win-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-3-3-3-4-3-2-2-2-2-4-2-3-2-2-2-2-2-3/
Women In Network
Every Thursday
Please contact Peggy Roark at proark@flvf.org or 919-693-3579 for more information.

FREE Employee Rights Clinic
2:30 PM-3:30 PM
2020-01-09
https://flvf.org/event/free-employee-rights-clinic/
Legal Aid offers a FREE Employee Rights Clinic to learn about your rights under North Carolina law and federal law. Topics include employment at will, right to work, discrimination, retaliation, and unemployment benefits.
Register HERE!

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FREE Custody Clinic
All day
2020-01-14
https://flvf.org/event/custody-clinic-oxford-nc-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-3-2/
Second Tuesday Each Month
2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Please call our office at 919-693-3579 for more information or to register.
Legal Aid of North Carolina’s free child custody clinic teaches participants how to file a child custody action in court without an attorney.

Understanding Domestic Violence
1:00 PM-2:00 PM
2020-01-14
https://flvf.org/event/understanding-domestic-violence/
Understanding Domestic Violence
Families Living Violence Free (FLVF) is Granville County’s domestic violence and rape crisis center. Incorporated as a 501(c)(3) in 2004, the organization is certified by the Governor’s Crime Commission, the North Carolina Council for Women/Domestic Violence Commission, and is designated a Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault service provider to victims in Granville county. Come to one or all of the 6 sessions provided to learn more about domestic violence.
Sponsor: Creative Lifelong Learning Program
Dates/Time:       Six (6) Tuesdays, Jan. 14 – Feb. 18, 2020, 1-2pm                                       Session 1: Understanding Domestic Violence
Session 2: Why Do Women Stay In Abusive Relationships
Session 3: Domestic Violence & Effects On Children
Session 4: When Loving You Is Hurting Me
Session 5: Healthy Relationships
Session 6: Personal Boundaries
Attendees will receive a certificate if they attend all six (6) classes.
Where: Granville County Senior Services
107 Lanier Street, Oxford, NC
Facilitator:       Jeanette Cozart & Peggy Roark
Domestic Violence Advocates & Empowerment Specialists
Cost:                 FREE & OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
Registration:     Senior Services or call 919-693-1930
www.granvillecounty.org/residents/senior-services/center-lifelong-learning/

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WIN – Women In Network
All day
2020-01-16
https://flvf.org/event/win-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-3-3-3-4-3-2-2-2-2-4-2-3-2-2-2-2-2-3-2/
Women In Network
Every Thursday
Please contact Peggy Roark at proark@flvf.org or 919-693-3579 for more information.

FREE Simple Divorce Clinic
All day
2020-01-16
https://flvf.org/event/simple-divorce-clinic-oxford-nc-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-3-2/
Third Thursday Each Month
2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Please call our office at 919-693-3579 for more information or to register.
Legal Aid of North Carolina’s free simple divorce clinic teaches participants how to file a simple divorce action in court without hiring an attorney.

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Why Do Women Stay In Abusive Relationships
1:00 PM-2:00 PM
2020-01-21
https://flvf.org/event/understanding-domestic-violence-2/
Understanding Domestic Violence
Families Living Violence Free (FLVF) is Granville County’s domestic violence and rape crisis center. Incorporated as a 501(c)(3) in 2004, the organization is certified by the Governor’s Crime Commission, the North Carolina Council for Women/Domestic Violence Commission, and is designated a Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault service provider to victims in Granville county. Come to one or all of the 6 sessions provided to learn more about domestic violence.
Sponsor: Creative Lifelong Learning Program
Dates/Time:       Six (6) Tuesdays, Jan. 14 – Feb. 18, 2020, 1-2pm                                       Session 1: Understanding Domestic Violence
Session 2: Why Do Women Stay In Abusive Relationships
Session 3: Domestic Violence & Effects On Children
Session 4: When Loving You Is Hurting Me
Session 5: Healthy Relationships
Session 6: Personal Boundaries
Attendees will receive a certificate if they attend all six (6) classes.
Where: Granville County Senior Services
107 Lanier Street, Oxford, NC
Facilitator:       Jeanette Cozart & Peggy Roark
Domestic Violence Advocates & Empowerment Specialists
Cost:                 FREE & OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
Registration:     Senior Services or call 919-693-1930
www.granvillecounty.org/residents/senior-services/center-lifelong-learning/

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WIN – Women In Network
All day
2020-01-23
https://flvf.org/event/win-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-3-3-3-4-3-2-2-2-2-4-2-3-2-2-2-2-2-3-2-2/
Women In Network
Every Thursday
Please contact Peggy Roark at proark@flvf.org or 919-693-3579 for more information.

FREE Landlord/Tenant Rights Clinic
2:30 PM-3:30 PM
2020-01-23
https://flvf.org/event/free-tenant-rights-clinic/
Legal Aid offers a FREE Tenant Rights Clinic to learn what to do if your landlord will not make repairs. At the clinic, you will watch an instructional video. A volunteer attorney will be available to answer general questions. Register HERE!

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Domestic Violence & Effects On Children
1:00 PM-2:00 PM
2020-01-28
https://flvf.org/event/understanding-domestic-violence-2-2/
Understanding Domestic Violence
Families Living Violence Free (FLVF) is Granville County’s domestic violence and rape crisis center. Incorporated as a 501(c)(3) in 2004, the organization is certified by the Governor’s Crime Commission, the North Carolina Council for Women/Domestic Violence Commission, and is designated a Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault service provider to victims in Granville county. Come to one or all of the 6 sessions provided to learn more about domestic violence.
Sponsor: Creative Lifelong Learning Program
Dates/Time:       Six (6) Tuesdays, Jan. 14 – Feb. 18, 2020, 1-2pm                                       Session 1: Understanding Domestic Violence
Session 2: Why Do Women Stay In Abusive Relationships
Session 3: Domestic Violence & Effects On Children
Session 4: When Loving You Is Hurting Me
Session 5: Healthy Relationships
Session 6: Personal Boundaries
Attendees will receive a certificate if they attend all six (6) classes.
Where: Granville County Senior Services
107 Lanier Street, Oxford, NC
Facilitator:       Jeanette Cozart & Peggy Roark
Domestic Violence Advocates & Empowerment Specialists
Cost:                 FREE & OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
Registration:     Senior Services or call 919-693-1930
www.granvillecounty.org/residents/senior-services/center-lifelong-learning/

FREE Health Care POA and Living Wills Clinic
2:30 PM-3:30 PM
2020-01-28
https://flvf.org/event/free-health-care-poa-and-living-wills-clinic/
Legal Aid offers a FREE Health Care Powers of Attorney and Living Wills Clinic to learn how to complete a health care power of attorney and a living will on your own. Register Here!

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WIN – Women In Network
All day
2020-01-30
https://flvf.org/event/win-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-3-3-3-4-3-2-2-2-2-4-2-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/
Women In Network
Every Thursday
Please contact Peggy Roark at proark@flvf.org or 919-693-3579 for more information.