WARNING: Abusers can track your computer activity. If you are in danger, please call 911 or the National Domestic Violence Hotline (1-800-799-SAFE). And consider using a safer computer such as one from the library or a friend's house.
On November 2, 2010, Nadia Lockyer was elected to the Alameda County Board of Supervisors to fill the seat vacated by retired County Supervisor, Gayle Steele. Nadia's last day as the Executive Director of the ACFJC was December 31, 2010. We wish to thank Nadia for all she did for the ACFJC and we wish her well in her new position. We know she will continue advocating to ensure the safety and health of all children and families in Alameda County.
Senior Deputy District Attorney, Kim Hunter, will be the Acting Director of the ACFJC. She and Cherri Allison of FVLC will work together to provide leadership until a new director is installed.
ACFJC to Receive 2011 Distinguished Service Award
The ACFJC will be honored at a dinner on January 13, 2011 as the recipient of the Alameda County Bar Association (ACBA) Distinguished Service Award for a Community Organization.
The ACBA was established in 1877 and has a current membership of 2,200 law students, attorneys, judges and other legal professionals. The ACBA administers numerous programs and activities to benefit attorneys and the community.
Congratulations ACFJC!
District Attorney, Nancy O'Malley, Sworn in at ACFJC
The Inauguration Ceremony of Nancy O'Malley, Alameda County District Attorney, took place at the ACFJC on January 3, 2011. Approximately 250 people gathered on the 2nd floor to hear an introduction by Chief Assistant District Attorney, Kevin Dunleavy, and the Oath of Office administered by California Supreme Court Associate Justice Carol Corrigan. Nancy ended the ceremony with a touching speech that thanked her mentors and family. A reception immediately followed at Z Café. Congratulations Nancy!
What role can a group of 3rd graders play in our community? A very important one! Students at Thornhill Elementary School in Oakland held a One Warm Coat Drive at their school and collected over 240 coats. These coats were donated to the ACFJC for clients and their families. Coats were given away during our annual KidZone Holiday event and are available through the end of January. We thank Hilary Larkin of Highland Hospital and her daughter who spearheaded this wonderful event. If you have a client in need of a coat please accompany them to the 2nd floor next to the DOVES and JFCS offices where they can pick a coat for themselves and their family.
FREE COMPUTER AND INTERNET TRAINING
January 13, 2011 from 9am to noon, ACFJC Computer Lab, 2nd Floor
Open to first 8 who sign up. Participants will get hands-on training using computers, searching the Internet, establishing personal email accounts and information about related community resources. Once training is complete participants will be eligible to receive a computer loaded with software and one year technical support. Sign-up with Front Desk staff.
FREE HAIR CUTS FOR CLIENTS
Seven Salon on College Avenue in Oakland is offering free haircuts for ACFJC clients on Monday, February 7th. Clients must be preparing for a job interview or entering/re-entering school. Sign-ups will be taken for the first 9 clients-one of the slots is reserved for a male and another for a long-hair trim. Please have clients sign-up with ACFJC Front Desk staff. All clients must have photo ID to present at time of hair cut.
Women's Self-Defense Classes
Grab a buddy and sign-up for a four-session Self-Defense class. The ACFJC has partnered with World Champion Damon Gilbert to provide classes at a reduced rate of $75 per person. The next session begins February 5th and continues on the 12th, 19th and ends March 5th. Please sign-up soon at the ACFJCfront desk.
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This is a new and great way for MFT interns to earn hours toward licensure. The goal of the ACFJC Counseling Program is to provide immediate crisis counseling to victims. All interns will be supervised by a licensed MFT therapist and will receive two-hours of weekly group supervision. Interns will receive domestic violence training while they participate in this program. Participants may also serve as back-up Client Navigators who do client intake and assessment for clients new to the ACFJC.
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The Alameda County Family Justice Center is a one-stop center for victims of domestic violence. We are proud to offer a unique volunteer program for KidZone, the healing drop in childcare center for children whose families use the services in our building. Download our flyer.
The ACFJC actively seeks volunteers interested in working with survivors of family violence, assisting with childcare, providing support through our Chaplaincy Program, coordinating emergency food supplies, and helping with general office tasks.
If you are interested in volunteering, please download our Volunteer Handbook and the Volunteer Application Form.
The ACFJC actively seeks volunteers interested in working with survivors of family violence by working in our onsite childcare center, providing support through our Chaplaincy Program, coordinating emergency food supplies, and helping with general office tasks.
For more information, email the ACFJC Volunteer Coordinator
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