JUNE 2008

UNTIL JUNE 1, 2008: PART-TIME POSITION SOUGHT: TRANSLATOR/INTERPRETER (ENGLISH-SPANISH)

Elizabeth Norfrey is seeking part-time employment as a translator/interpreter. She also has many years of experience working in churches and would like to assist with Christian ministries.

Elizabeth has a Bachelor's degree in Spanish and spent a year in Spain. She worked in international business in New York City prior to becoming a church musician and has worked as a freelance interpreter, Spanish teacher and tutor in the Providence, RI area prior to moving to Charlottesville in 2006.

If you would like more information on Elizabeth, contact her at 806-1129 or davidneliz@juno.com

UNTIL JUNE 1, 2008: KNOW A LATINO FAMILY WHO COULD USE AN ADVOCATE?

Amy Frazier Yoder will be teaching a UVA intermediate Spanish conversation class in 2008-09. She would like to organize her students in teams of two and pair up each team with a Spanish speaking family. Each team will maintain weekly contact with the family and will serve as an advocate on the family’s behalf. Each team will also produce a photo story of their family which will be organized into a public presentation to enhance knowledge about our local Latino community. If you have a family you would like to suggest to Amy, please contact her at: frazieryoder@virginia.edu

JUNE 2 – SEPTEMBER 10, 2008: COURAGE AND CHANGE IN EL SALVADOR

Local photographer Peggy Harrison is exhibiting compelling images about the lives of Salvadoran women and their families at UVA’s Newcomb Hall Art Gallery from June 2 through September 10. An opening reception is scheduled for Thursday, June 5, 4:30 – 6:30 pm. An Open House Reunion is scheduled for Saturday, June 7, 1 to 3 pm.

For more information, contact Peggy Harrison at (434) 963-7852 or p@peggyharrison.com

JUNE 5, 2008: CJ COMMUNITY SERVICES WORKING GROUP MEETING

Participation in this working group is open to all individuals and agencies interested in enhancing social services to the Latino community. The next meeting is scheduled for Thursday, June 5, 1 - 2:30 pm, at United Way (downtown). This meeting will include a discussion of training, confirmation of logistics for a future plenary, and looking ahead to setting dates for future activities. Contact: Rhonda Miska at: rmm@incarnationparish.org

JUNE 12, 2008: CJ PLENARY – LATINOS & HOUSING ISSUES

Creciendo Juntos’ June Plenary will include a presentation on “Fair Housing: Know your Rights,” and “Credit IQ - What You Need to Know about Different Types of Lenders,” by Piedmont Housing Alliance, as well as a presentation on Landlord/Tenant issues by Legal Aid Justice Center.

As always, the CJ Plenary is open to the public and will be held at the Albemarle County office building on 5th Street Ext from 10 – 11:30 am. For more information contact Peter Loach at peterl@piedmonthousing.org

JUNE 12, 2008: CJ/UNITED WAY WORKSHOP: LATINO PERSPECTIVES ON GOVERNMENT

CJ and United Way have teamed up to offer three cultural sensitivity workshops. Each will include one or more presentations and a discussion period. To facilitate a rich discussion, workshops will be limited to 15 people. Additional workshops will be scheduled for the fall.

Speakers at this second workshop Latinos Perspectives on Health will include the Colombian doctor Ivonne López, Rural Health Outreach Program, and Jerry Brooks, UVA International Clinic. The workshop will be offered on Thursday, May 15, 2008, from 3:00 – 5:00 p.m., at the United Way (downtown).

Because space is limited, RSVP is required: please contact Martha Trujillo at 972-1701 or mtrujillo@UnitedWayTJA.org Contact Martha too if your agency would like to discuss a similar workshop designed for its needs.

JUNE 13, 2008: WOMEN’S HEALTH: YOUNG WOMEN’S RISK TAKING, TIME FOR CONCERN

Women's Health Virginia will be hosting its 11th Annual Conference on Women's Health on Friday, June 13, Stepping Over the Lines--Young Women's Risk-Taking, Time for Concern. It will focus on behaviors in which girls and young women engage that pose significant health and wellness concerns, and ways in which health professionals, educators, parents, peers and others can help girls and young women develop healthier behavior and get help when needed. The day-long program will be at Alumni Hall in Charlottesville.

We believe the conference will be of interest to health and education professionals, parents, mentors, community organization leaders and others who are concerned about girls, teens and young women. Women's Health Virginia is applying for continuing education credits for physicians (AAFP), nurses, dietitians, social workers and CHES. We will provide certificates of attendance to other conferees who wish to use the program to meet continuing education requirements.

Speakers will discuss current knowledge about why young people engage in such behaviors, including current research on brain development; behaviors regarding sexuality and relationships; the quest for perfection in academics, athletics and appearance; violence, gang participation and other criminal acts; and substance use and abuse; and best practices for intervention; available resources and programs that address these concerns.

The luncheon keynote speaker will be Laura Sessions Stepp, Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist who specializes in covering teenagers and young adults for the Style section of The Washington Post and author of Unhooked: How Young Women Pursue Sex, Delay Love and Lose at Both and Our Last Best Shot: Guiding our Children Through Early Adolescence.

The cost, including materials, lunch, parking & continuing education credits is $75, $40 for students. For more information and to register, call 434-220-4500 or visit: http://www.womenshealthvirginia.org Miriam Bender can also email you a program, registration form, and flyer: mbender@womenshealthvirginia.org

JUNE 13, 2008: BILINGUAL JOB VACANCY: SHE LEGAL OUTREACH ADVOCATE

Shelter for Help in Emergency is seeking applications for a FT Legal Outreach Advocate to the Spanish-speaking community. Position will promote awareness & understanding about the issues of domestic violence/sexual assault, and provide advocacy services to Hispanic/Latino victims/survivors. Position requires applicants be bilingual (English/Spanish), have a legal work permit, have valid driver’s license & access to reliable transportation, & have an interest in the criminal justice system. Some evening work required. This FT position offers a competitive hourly rate & training opportunities. Preference will be given to applicants who are bicultural. Persons interested in social change work in the area of domestic violence/sexual assault are encouraged to apply. EOE. Please send letter of interest, resume, and references by 6/13/08 to: Director, PO Box 3013, Charlottesville, VA 22903.

UNTIL JUNE 15, 2008: BILINGUAL EMPLOYMENT SOUGHT

A Salvadoran woman with a psychology degree, who is fluent in both English and Spanish, would like to find employment in Charlottesville. For more information, please contact her friend Gloria Rockhold at g.rockhold@gmail.com

THROUGH JUNE 18, 2008: SEEKING PART TIME NANNY POSITION TO START IN JULY

Hours – 8:30a.m. to 5:30 p.m. three days/week (we can be flexible on which days) at our home near downtown Charlottesville. We seek an experienced care giver for our baby who will be three months of age in July. Infant CPR and first aid certification is a must. Must be proficient in English. Excellent references required. $10/Hour. Must provide own transportation to and from work. We are seeking a part time nanny to: Provide care for our child in a loving, secure, positive and responsible way. Follow our ideas of discipline and child rearing. Interact with our baby with the idea of developing his mind. Handle emergency situations and any medical issues quickly and calmly. Be an active participant in our child’s growth and development. Keep our child safe at all times inside and outside the house. Ensure our child naps according to his schedule. Be dependable, on time, and flexible with the schedule. Maintain a patient, understanding, cheerful way and a sense of humor. If you are interested, please contact Nora at (434) 466-3876.

JUNE 21, 2008: IMMIGRANT SOLIDARITY NETWORK PLANNING MEETING

On Saturday, June 21 from 10 am - 2 pm, the Immigrant Solidarity Network will hold a planning meeting to set goals and make plans for the upcoming year, including the formation of a emergency response support system in case of a raid locally, and increasing community dialog around the immigration issue. Location TBA. Please come share your ideas and energy as we work to build solidarity and understanding and defend the human dignity of immigrants. For more information, contact Jeff Winder at (434) 906-0421 or info@thepeopleunited.org or Rhonda Miska at rhonda@incarnationparish.org

JUNE 27 - 29, 2008: PEOPLE UNITED/PUEBLO UNIDO ANNUAL GATHERING

The People United will host its fifth annual gathering from June 27-29 at Shannon Farm in Nelson County. The People United seeks to gather people working for social change in various ways from around the state of Virginia. This year's gathering will include a focus on immigrants' rights and immigration reform. The weekend will include workshops on various issues as well as a chance to network. To register, contact Jeff Winder at (434) 906-0421 or info@thepeopleunited.org

JUNE 23 – JULY 10, 2008: SIGN UP YOUR LATINA GIRLS FOR THE GIRL SCOUTS!

The Girl Scouts would like to expand its membership to include Latina girls. While all Latina girls are invited, Girl Scouts is especially interested in Latina girls in grades 2nd – 4th and is planning meetings for them from July 14 – 17, at the Church of the Incarnation, from 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.

For more information, please contact Leontyne Peck at lpeck@gsvsc.org or 296-5156 ext 6

THROUGH JUNE 30, 2008: VACANCY - BILINGUAL HOUSING COUNSELOR

Regional Nonprofit seeks a full time Housing Counselor. This position is responsible for housing counseling which includes: counseling on credit, working with first time homebuyers, default/foreclosure counseling, conducting homebuyer education workshops, and administrative responsibilities. The position requires the use of independent judgment and decision making skills. Certification, experience or training in housing counseling is preferred. Competitive salary and benefits.

To apply, send cover letter and resume to info@piedmonthousing.org or fax to 434-817-0664. Attention: Shelley Murphy. Resumes will be accepted until June 30, 2008.