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Domestic Violence Education and Training Sessions In addition to in-person workshops, DOVE, Inc. offers comprehensive 35-hour training programs twice a year. These trainings are offered to social service providers, advocates, law enforcement, health care workers, clergy, and anyone committed to helping end the cycle of domestic violence. Trainings are complete with expert speakers, videos, and role-plays, and provide a holistic overview of issues related to dating and domestic violence, as well as working with survivors. If you have any questions, please email Jen Bolton, Sr. Director of Prevention and Education: jen.bolton@dovema.org Pay For Trainings Instructions for Registration and Payment I. Use the button below to start registration through the Google Form Registration Form II. To finish the registration form, you will need to complete your payment with the form below. After you finish payment, you will receive a code in the confirmation message. III. Enter the code in the final question of the registration form to complete the process! Payment Form (Please disregard that it says 'Donation' below; the form is for DV Training payments) Cost: $35/per session ($40 CEUs) or $280 ($320 CEUs) when you register for all 9 sessions. In the payment form below, please enter the total amount for how many trainings you will be attending. For example, you would enter $70 to attend two sessions of the trainings.

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DOVE Inc is committed to partnering with diverse communities, families, and individuals impacted by domestic violence or partner violence. We promote hope, healing, safety, and social change by providing a broad range of preventive and responsive services. Hope, healing, safety, social change. Working together to end domestic and partner violence. Mailing Address: P.O. Box 690267, Quincy, MA 02269 EIN: 04-2667808 DONATE NOW Contact Us Our advocates work tirelessly to provide safe, calm, and caring support. All services are free and confidential. IF YOU NEED IMMEDIATE HELP OR FEEL YOU ARE IN DANGER - DIAL 911 DOVE Hotline: 617-471-1234 Counseling Services Intake Line: 617-770-4065 ext. 300 Legal Services Intake Line: 617- 770-4065 ext. 400 Go to Programs & Services What's Happening at DOVE, Inc. February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month We're Hiring! Apply Today! Learn More 2,479 Clients Served Through our Community-Based Advocacy Services, Children's Clinical Services, Civilian Domestic Violence Advocacy Services, Legal Advocacy Services, Quincy/Dedham District Court Outreach Services, and 24-Hour Hotline Calls 4,892 Community Members Engaged Through Outreach Presentations and Trainings, YouthSpeak Presentations on Dating Abuse, and YouthSpeak Peer Educators in High School Programs 365 Days/Year Our Emergency Shelter supports program participants to ground themselves after crisis or a period of homelessness. DOVE Support Staff ensure the safety of program participants 365 days/year 24/7. Follow Us On Social Media! Subscribe to Our Newsletter! I want to receive email updates from DOVE Submit

Meet Our Leadership Team! Mick Hirsch Executive Director Sarah Kinnane Housing & Economic Empowerment Director Jen Bolton Sr. Director, Prevention & Education Kathleen Lydon Sr. Director, Community Services Janet Johnston Operations Director Cassie McGlynn Development Director

Board of Directors Beth Porter Board President, Nonprofit Professional Glenn Ricciardelli Board Treasurer, Senior Partner, MDD Forensic Accountants Desiree Patrice Board Vice President, Chief of Integrated Transit Programs (Capital Transformation), MBTA Ronald Sia Board Clerk, VP of Legal, SimpliSafe Board Members Craig Klein: Founder & Chief Investment Officer, Parquet Capital Olivia Moorehead - Slaughter, PhD: Licensed Psychologist DOVE, Inc. is seeking candidates for its Board of Directors. Engage communities and ensure the survival of critical programs and services. Help us end domestic violence! We are actively inviting applications for service on our Board of Directors. In addition to a passion for equity, justice, and ending sexual and domestic violence, we are seeking Board candidates with skills and expertise in the following areas: Communications, Social Media, and Marketing Employment Law and/or Human Resources Finance and Business Management, including Strategic Financial Planning Philanthropy, Fundraising Property Management, Facilities Management; Development/Contractor Strategic Planning Wealth Management Please consider applying, and/or share this information with others whom you think would be a good fit. Apply to join the DOVE, Inc. Board of Directors today! APPLY HERE Anchor 1

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Helpful Links & Resources LEGAL Local Resources: Mass Legal Help National Resources: Battered Women’s Justice Project Legal Momentum WomensLaw.org National Clearinghouse for the Defense of Battered Women Legal Network for Gender Equity HOUSING & BENEFITS Housing Search Resources: Quincy Community Action Programs Phone: 617.479.8181 Make sure to ask to sign up for housing search workshop HomeStart Housing Search Program Phone: 617.542.0338 Walk-in hours Wednesdays 3-4:45pm Family and Community Resources Phone: 508.583.6498 or 508.583.3775 State that you are a survivor of domestic violence in need of housing assistance Common Application for MA Public Housing Make sure to apply for preferences due to domestic violence MA Section 8 Centralized Waiting List Make sure to apply for preferences due to domestic violence Mass.Gov resources list City of Boston Metrolist rental listings City of Boston lottery listings Metro Housing Boston rental listings MassHousing rental listings MassAccess Housing Registry rental listings Housingworks rental listings HUD Affordable Housing Online rental listings SEB lotteries Rental Assistance Resources: Rental Assistance for Families in Transition (RAFT): NeighborWorks Housing Solutions Phone: 781.422.4200 For those in: Cohasset, Hingham, Holbrook, Hull, Randolph, Weymouth Metro Housing Boston Phone: 617.859.0400 For those in: Braintree, Brookline, Milton, Quincy RCAP Solutions Phone: 978.630.6600 For those in: Bellingham, Franklin South Middlesex Opportunity Council Phone: (508) 872-4853 For those in: Avon, Canton, Dedham, Dover, Foxborough, Medfield, Medway, Millis, Needham, Norfolk, Norwood, Plainville, Sharon, Stoughton, Walpole, Wellesley, Westwood, Wrentham Quincy Community Action Programs Phone: 617.479.8181 Interfaith Social Services (HomeSafe Program) Phone: 617-773-6203 ext. 16 Jewish Family & Children’s Service Phone: 781-419-6777 COMMUNITY Local Resources: Jane Doe, Inc . SafeLink : 1.877.785.2020 The 10 to 10 Helpline : 877.898.3411 The 10 to 10 Helpline is a free, anonymous, and confidential intimate partner abuse prevention helpline, serving Massachusetts adults and teens. Helpline Responders are trained to treat all callers with respect, and to support their efforts to become and remain safe and accountable in their relationships. Learn more at 10to10helpline.org . 10 to 10 Helpline Brochure National Resources: The National Coalition Against Domestic Violence New Futures without Violence Children's Services Local Resources: Parent Stress Line : 24/7 confidential and anonymous National Resources The National Child Traumatic Stress Network Sesame Street in Communities : How to talk to your kids about violence, various life transitions, foster care, health, homelessness, incarceration and more. Parents Corner - Association for Play Therapy : Resources on how to talk to your children about various topics and give some info about play therapy. LGBTQIA+ Local Resources: The Network La/Red Violence Recovery Program – Fenway Health National Resources: Community United Against Violence The Northwest Network of Bisexual, Trans, Lesbian, and Gay Survivors of Abuse FORGE Anti-Violence Project

Desiree Patrice Board Vice President, Chief of Integrated Transit Programs (Capital Transformation), MBTA Desiree Patrice is the driving force behind the transformation of transit programs as Chief of Integrated Transit Programs at the MBTA. With over two decades of expertise in construction and civil engineering, she leads a diverse team dedicated to revitalizing the track, signal, and power systems of the Red, Orange, and Green Lines, along with the Mattapan Line. Upgrading these functions to a State of Good Repair requires visioning, strategic planning and large scale project management. Demonstrating leadership marked by humility, persistence, and patience, Desiree inspires her team to tackle and overcome the inherent challenges of their work. She derives immense satisfaction from devising strategies to navigate complex issues. Throughout her tenure at the MBTA, Desiree has showcased her versatility through various roles. Notable projects in her portfolio include the design and management of the Blue Hill Avenue Commuter Rail Station on the Fairmount Line as well as spearheading the agency’s vertical/accessibility initiatives, including the Porter, Harvard, State, and Park Street Vertical Transportation Projects. She also plays a pivotal role in orchestrating many of the Full Access Closures, also known as SURGEs. Furthermore, Desiree oversees the execution of critical projects such as Traction Power and Orange and Red Lines Mainline Signals. Beyond her impactful contributions to transportation, Desiree dedicates herself to serving the community and volunteering at various organizations. Originally from the Commonwealth of Dominica, Desiree holds Bachelor's and Master’s degrees in Civil Engineering, which is a testament to her commitment to excellence in her field. Back to Board of Directors

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Jen Bolton Sr. Director, Prevention & Education Jen, MSW, LICSW (she/her) is the Director of Prevention and Education and has been working at DOVE since 2009 giving presentations, trainings and workshops to community members, professionals and students on domestic violence. She holds a masters in social work and maintains a small caseload supporting survivors of domestic violence in group and individual settings. RETURN TO ALL STAFF

Youth Advocate Summit Summer 2024 In August, DOVE brought together students from Quincy High, North Quincy High, Fontbonne Academy, and Blue Hill Technical Regional School for the third 4-day summer 2024 training during which the teens learned about healthy relationships and abuse prevention. Students explored topics such as setting boundaries, practicing consent, power and privilege, gender roles and stereotypes, social media literacy, and how to support a friend experiencing an abusive relationship. Each day was filled with presentations, discussions, group work, and peer-to-peer learning. Short-term parent support is also available to support survivors in navigating challenges or concerns that may include: parenting in the context of partner violence child development child behavior discipline, and setting routines Parents interested in support for their children are encouraged to receive services through our Individual Counseling & Advocacy Services. In addition, DOVE offers child & domestic violence specific consultation, training, and workshops to those in fields serving youth. All services are free and confidential. For more information, contact the Children’s Services Coordinator at 617.770.4065 x 320.

OUR MISSION, VISION, & VALUES MISSION Hope, healing, safety, social change. Working together to end domestic and partner violence. VISION A community unified in peace, justice, and equity, for the safety and well-being of every individual. VALUES Anti-oppression. We understand that domestic and sexual violence are rooted in white supremacy, patriarchy, and economic oppression. We engage in efforts to dismantle these systems at all levels as we work toward liberation. Being bold and taking risks. Inspired by survivors, we strive to be courageous in taking action with and for survivors, staff, and community. Connection. We value building authentic relationships with each other and being in solidarity with survivors and community partners. Culture of learning and growth. Together we learn, grow, and inspire one another to create a more just and equitable world free of violence. Empowerment. Through collaboration and mutual respect, we promote self-determination and lift up our communities' voices. Integrity. We are committed to our mission, vision, and values, and embrace a culture of accountability when we act outside of them. RESILIENCE LIKE RIPPLES ON A POND A SAFE PLACE