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OCTOBER IS DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AWARENESS MONTH CLICK HERE Fall 2024 DOVE DV Awareness Virtual Trainings Registration Now Open Participate in one or all live interactive sessions For more information ​ CLICK HERE Domestic Violence Ended Mission Hope, healing, safety, social change. Working together to end domestic and partner violence. ​ DOVE is here. Our advocates work tirelessly to provide safe, calm, and caring support. All services are free and confidential. GET SUPPORT GIVE TODAY SIGN UP FOR OUR NEWSLETTER DOVE to Transform Group Shelter Life to Independent Apartment Living Launches new Housing & Economic Empowerment Program to aide dozens more seeking safe housing DOVE Awarded $150,000 Cummings Grant Quincy nonprofit receives 3 years of funding from Cummings Foundation DOVE Annual Report For fiscal year ending June 30, 2023 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 16 Adults / 13 Children 365 Days/Year Sheltered Our Emergency Shelter supports program participants to ground themselves after crisis or a period of homelessness. DOVE Support Staff helped to ensure the safety of program participants 365 days/year 24/7, while Advocates assisted participants to seek transitional and/or permanent housing and economic stability beyond shelter 4,892 Community Members Engaged Through Outreach Presentations and Trainings, YouthSpeak Presentations on Dating Abuse, and YouthSpeak Peer Educators in High School Programs Get Support : DOVE's Programs and Services 24-Hour Hotline : 617.471.1234 Community Advocacy and Counseling : 617.770.4065 ext. 300 Legal Advocacy : 617. 770.4065 ext. 400 SafeLink (MA Statewide Hotline) : 877.785.2020 Email : info@dovema.org Subscribe to DOVE's Newsletter Sign me up! I’d like to receive news and updates. First name Last name Email Submit Follow Us On Social Media! DOVE Affirms Black Lives Matter , Stands Against Anti-Asian Violence , & Advocates For Reproductive Justice

Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM) started as a "Day of Unity" in 1981 to connect advocates and survivors across the country who were working to end domestic and intimate partner violence. Eventually recognition started building on local, state, and nationwide levels. In October 1987, the first DVAM was celebrated and is now an important month for all service organizations across the country. DOVE is so excited to connect with our community in raising awareness throughout the month. We have so much planned and there are so many ways to get involved! Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM) 2024 We'll keep updating this next section of the website every day to correspond with our calendar! (Click on squares for more details) Get a Lawn Sign

Kiera Bruce Children & Youth Services Coordinator kiera.bruce@dovema.org Kiera Bruce, MSW, LCSW (she/her) earned her B.A. in Psychology with a focus in Mental Health & Counseling at Emmanuel College in 2017. She went on to earn a Master of Social Work from Simmons University in 2020. Kiera has a background in working with children and teens who have experienced complex trauma, specifically young children who have experienced or been exposed to domestic violence. As a clinician, she has utilized various therapeutic modalities including play therapy, sand play therapy, art therapy, CBT, and attachment-based work through individual counseling and family work. Kiera’s social work experience extends from interning at Waltham Creative Head Start working directly with children ages 3-5 year old, facilitating social skills groups, and helping children in the classroom; to her time at Children’s Charter Trauma Clinic doing outpatient clinical work with children and families. In addition, she was part of their “We Can Talk About It” DV team. Kiera has always had a passion for working with children and teens shown through her work as a camp counselor for 7 summers at the South Shore YMCA and time as a Toddler Teacher at Bright Horizons. Kiera is a native of Quincy, but currently resides in the greater Boston area enjoying Fenway park and the esplanade. RETURN TO ALL STAFF

Caddie Nath-Folsom Director, Legal Services caddie.nath@dovema.org Caddie (she/her) joined DOVE in 2023 after more than 5 years representing survivors in immigration and family law matters as a CLAVC attorney at the Justice Center of Southeast Massachusetts. Before starting her legal practice, Caddie clerked for Associate Justice James Milkey on the Massachusetts Appeals Court. Caddie earned her J.D. from Boston University School of Law in 2016 and also holds a Master’s Degree in International Relations from the BU Pardee School of Global Studies (2017). She completed her bachelor’s degree in International Studies and Journalism at the University of Denver in 2010. She loves books, baking, yoga and dogs. RETURN TO ALL STAFF

Kelly Truong YouthSpeak Coordinator kelly.truong@dovema.org Kelly Truong (she/they) is DOVE’s YouthSpeak Coordinator and recent graduate of Emmanuel College where she received her B.A. in Sociology. Before coming to DOVE, Kelly worked as a Student Accessibility Consultant and served as President of the S.T.A.R.T. Program in the Center for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. Her passion for youth empowerment and spreading awareness stems from her experience volunteering for Asian Task Force Against Domestic Violence and working as a Youth Leader at Boston Area Rape Crisis Center. At DOVE, Kelly is excited about educating students on the complexities of intimate partner violence while empowering them to become agents of social change in their communities. RETURN TO ALL STAFF

Desiree Patrice Board Treasurer 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

Thomas Leavitt Director of Development tom.leavitt@dovema.org Thomas Leavitt (he/him) joined DOVE in January, 2024 as Director of Development. Tom brings experience leading diverse nonprofit organizations committed to social justice, access to healthcare, and youth development. As a development and marketing values driven professional for more than 20 years, past appointments include leadership roles with the Boys & Girls Club of Newton, GLAD, and Fenway Health. He remains committed to serving underserved and disenfranchised communities. A graduate of the University of Massachusetts in Amherst, he participated in programs at Rutgers College and Brandies University Fisher-Bernstein Institute for Philanthropy. RETURN TO ALL STAFF

Kathleen Lydon Director, Community Services kathleen.lydon@dovema.org Kathleen Lydon, MSW, LICSW (she/her) earned her undergraduate Social Work degree at Providence College and holds a Master of Social Work degree from Wheelock College. Kathleen has a background in working with at-risk adolescents, many of whom have been exposed to violence; additionally, she has experience working with victims and survivors of sexual assault. Kathleen shares DOVE’s mission to provide strengths-based, empowerment-focused and trauma-informed services. Kathleen’s work with DOVE began in 2009 as a Social Work Intern and subsequently a community-based Advocate. She assumed her current position in 2012. Kathleen oversees DOVE’s domestic violence counseling & advocacy services, support groups, children services, civilian domestic violence services and DOVE’s clinical internship program. Kathleen is a native of Maine and currently resides with her husband and three children on the South Shore. RETURN TO ALL STAFF

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Dr. John D. Lloyd Interim Executive Director john.lloyd@dovema.org Dr. John D. Lloyd (he/him) is an executive-level professional with 20+ years of leadership and management experience in strategy consulting and organizational development in the nonprofit sector. Dr. Lloyd has proven experience partnering with nonprofit leaders and staff on short-term and long-term organizational development priorities. Dr. Lloyd is the Principal of Agile Consulting Group, a strategy consulting practice, focused on providing interim executive director, executive search, and strategic planning services to nonprofit organizations. Prior to founding Agile Consulting Group, Dr. Lloyd served as an Executive Director for a Boston-based nonprofit organization and has served on several nonprofit and public sector boards as board member, executive committee member, and chair. Additionally, Dr. Lloyd is currently an adjunct faculty member at Boston University, Simmons University, and Boston College teaching courses in public policy and a course on strategic planning for nonprofit organizations and government institutions. Dr. Lloyd holds an Ed.D. in Organizational Learning and Development, University of Pennsylvania, an MBA, Bentley University and BS, Plymouth State University. A native of Sharon, Massachusetts, John currently lives in Randolph with his wife, Dr. Wanda Montañez and their yorki-poo Cinco. RETURN TO ALL STAFF

Jen Bolton Director, Education & Prevention jen.bolton@dovema.org 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

Rachel C. Sykes, LMHC Licensed Psychotherapist Owner, Private Practice Rachel C. Sykes is a licensed psychotherapist and private practice owner in downtown Boston, working primarily with stressed out professional women, offering both individual and couples therapy. Prior to entering the mental health field, Rachel worked for 25 years in the investment industry where she held senior roles in research, product and portfolio management. She enjoys teaching, with experience teaching both finance and counseling at local universities, and remains an active volunteer in the CFA Boston's Financial Literacy initiative. In addition to financial literacy, Rachel also enjoys speaking on wellness issues such as stress reduction, healthy communication, and therapeutic yoga practices. Rachel has an undergraduate degree in psychology, a Master in Business Administration, and a Master in Education, and has also earned the right to use the CFA designation. Fun Fact: Rachel's family is from the west of Ireland, and she spends most of her spare time there doing yard work and visiting with family. Back to Board of Directors