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Child Care Needed for the Wednesday Latinas Support Group. This no cost support group for Spanish speaking women, an initiative of the Women’s Initiative and the Shelter for Help in Emergencies, held every Wednesday from 10 to 11:30 am at the Word of Faith Church, next to Albemarle High School, is in need of volunteers to care for children while their mothers participate in group counseling. Please contact Dilcia Colindres at 434/960-1941 or Elizabeth Irvin at 434/964-6472. The Women's Initiative. Native Spanish-speaking volunteer needed to help with the administration of a new bilingual counseling service. The primary duty will be the translation of organization materials and forms for accurate phrasings. Please contact Elizabeth Irvin, 434-827-0047 or email her at eirvin@thewomensinitiative.org More Information: http://www.thewomensinitiative.org Hope Foundation. Volunteers needed to work with kids learning English as a second language on Monday evenings, 7-8:15 pm. Volunteers can choose to help once or on a regular basis. Contact Catrina at 502-439-6414 or catrina.hancock@gmail.com The Ixtatán Foundation. This local, nonprofit organization built the first high school in the town of San Mateo Ixtatán, Guatemala. With additional students each year and because we are transferring additional technical and managerial responsibility to the local organizations with whom we cooperate in Guatemala, we need more volunteer support here in our North Garden office. We are seeking several part-time volunteers (flexible times) in these areas: - General Administrative Support – correspondence, mailing list maintenance, etc - Newsletter – twice yearly – article collection, newsletter design, mailing support - Web Site – maintenance and upgrades - Accounting/Bookkeeping support - Grant Writing - Local Event Support Contact: Beth Neville Evans, (434)296-1263, bethneville@ixtatan.org Volunteer with CJ! Creciendo Juntos (CJ) is a network of government, community, academic, faith based and other organizations working on behalf of Charlottesville’s Latinos. One of the ways CJ promotes enhanced services to Latinos is through its online clearinghouse. Volunteers are needed make contacts with service providers and in the Latino community to prepare new and updated blurbs for the website. Spanish skills are preferred by not required. Those with strong Spanish skills can also help develop the Spanish version of the website by making contacts, preparing sections and blurbs our webmaster will upload. Please contact Linda Hemby if you are interested in helping out with this important effort: lhemby@albemarle.org
UVA Fourth Year would like to volunteer in a medical setting. Rolando Mendez is seeking an opportunity to volunteer 5 - 10 hours a week to help Latinos in a medical setting.To view his resume, click here. To contact Rolando, write rem5d@virginia.org or call 434/262-2565. Teaching Handicrafts to Produce Income. Aquilina Sorq is an Italian artisan who speaks English and Spanish and is interested in volunteering her talents to the Latino community. She would like to help area Latinos earn an income to improve their economic security, control of their livelihoods, and self-reliance, by teaching them how to make and sell handicrafts. Aquilina is prepared to offer free classes, preferably in a setting close to Latino neighborhoods, and to provide materials to students. Ideally, she would begin with a class of 5 – 15 Latinos. If your agency has an ongoing program that can facilitate infrastructure (community room, classroom) to help it begin, or if you know of Latinos who would be interested in taking such classes, please contact Aquilina at 540/456-6272 or aqui-naif@peoplepc.com UVA’s Social Issues in Medicine Course seeks to sensitize medical students to the poor and to different cultures through volunteer activities with community organizations. During their first or second semester, medical students are placed for 30 hours (over 10 weeks) of service learning with a community organization as part of this required class. Many of the students are bilingual and have worked in Latin America and/or with Latino populations in the US. These volunteers prefer to work in medical settings but can also devote time to non-medical initiatives. For more information on how to recruit these volunteers, contact Dela Alexander at da7r@virginia.edu
Region Ten Prevention Specialist (SFP): The Strengthening Families Program is hiring Prevention Specialist to facilitate parent and child groups for it's family skills training program. This program involves elementary and middle school aged children and their families in family skills training sessions to improve family relationships, parenting skills and increase the child's social and life skills. As part of the Prevention Services team, the incumbent will plan and implement the Strengthening Families Curriculum while working with human service agencies, schools, local jurisdictions, and citizen groups to improve family functioning and reduce family risk factors. The incumbent will have adult education experience, parenting education experience and must be able to interact well with both parents and children. Bachelor's degree preferred. Teaching experience or teaching aide experience is preferred. A valid Virginia Driver's License, plus an acceptable driving record are required. Up to seven hours per week. Bilingual applicants encouraged to apply. Hourly rate is $17.62. I Apply at Region Ten CSB, Human Resources Office, 502 Old Lynchburg Road, Charlottesville VA 22903; mail to 800 Preston Avenue, Charlottesville VA 22903; or apply online at www.regionten.org To have an application mailed directly to you and/or receive a copy of a full job description; call theHuman Resources Office at 434-970-1892. Other Region Ten Vacancies. Region Ten Community Services Board provides mental health, mental retardation, and substance abuse services to the city of Charlottesville and the counties of Albemarle, Greene, Nelson, Fluvanna, and Louisa. One of 40 community service boards (CSBs) in the state of Virginia, Region Ten has a reputation for providing exceptional service to the residents of our community, including adults, children, infants, and families. Region Ten has become a leader in the field not only because of the professional and caring staff we employ, but also because of the range of innovative services we offer, in an effort to treat every person we serve based upon their individual needs. Region Ten is one of the largest employers in the Charlottesville area, with over 600 employees. With our array of services, opportunities exist for direct care staff, social workers, nurses, clinicians, teachers, office staff, administrators, and others looking to make a valuable contribution to their community and work in the human services field. For a complete list of our job openings and to apply, please visit our website at: www.regionten.org You can also apply in person at Region Ten CSB, 502 Old Lynchburg Road, Charlottesville, Virginia; or call 434-970-1392 for an application. Nuevas Raíces: Part Time Bilingual Sales Representative. Nuevas Raíces has an opening for a part-time sales representative to work in the Cville area, contacting government agencies, businesses, non-profits, and others that would be interested in advertising in the weekly Spanish language paper. Communications skills are a must. Good salary. Contact: Gerardo Pandolfi, editor, 1-877-551-1903 or info@nuevasraices.com
Strengthening Families Program (SFP) Fall 2009 offerings will include two family skills training groups: SFP 6-11 and SFP 10-14 in English and in Spanish. The program is grant funded through federal prevention dollars and administered by the Department of Mental Health, Mental Retardation and Substance Abuse services through Region Ten Community Series Board. The Strengthening Families Program is excellent for improving parenting skills, reducing family stress and conflicts while enhancing communication and family fun. Each program night includes a complementary meal for the whole family, a parent skills training group and a children's/youth social skills group and a family activity session. Sessions are highly interactive and include role-playing, discussions, learning games, and family projects. Unique to the Strengthening Families Program is our extensive evidenced based curriculum delivered over 15 weeks by trained facilitators. We provide childcare, transportation and small incentives to reduce barriers to attendance. Additionally our facilitators implement phone and in home coaching and follow up booster sessions to facilitate long term acquisition of skills. This program is free of charge to all participants. Won't you join us in implementing one of the most powerful programs for family change in the country? Please feel free to contact me to discuss this exciting opportunity for the families you serve. Robert Wadden, Strengthening Families Program Manager, Region Ten, 434-972-1881 or robertw@regionten.org
The Women's Initiative in collaboration with the Shelter for Help in Emergency will be offering a support group for Latina women every Wednesday at 10 am at the Word of Faith Church (across the street from Albemarle High School). Transportation and childcare will be provided. For more information, contact Elizabeth Irvin at 434-964-6472, or Dilcia Colindres at 434-963-4676 Ext 4.
Charlottesville Adult Learning Center will be offering summer classes from July 6 -31. The cost is $30. New students must take an assessment prior to class on 6/30 from 10-12; 7/01 from 6-8 pm; or 70/2 from 10-12. The following classes will be offered: ESL 100/101 Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays from 12-1:45 p.m. ESL 100 Monday and Thursday evenings from 6-8:45 p.m. ESL 102/103 Monday, Tuesday and Thursdays 10:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. ESL 102/103 Monday and Thursday evenings from 6 to 8:45 p.m. There will also be GED classes Tuesday and Thursday mornings from 9:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.; Wednesday and Friday mornings from 11 am to 1 p.m.; and Monday and Thursday evenings from 6-8:45 p.m. For more information contact Cherry Stewart at 434-245-2815 or Cherry.Stewart@ccs.k12.va.us
The CJ Health Promoter Working Group has trained Latinos/as in Albemarle County and will begin another Health Promoter training in Nelson County in Fall 2009. Its meetings are at 9:00 am at the SHE main office by Albemarle High School.To visit or join the group, please contact wlfwmn@gmail.com, ns7e@virginia.edu or Katie.Burke@pphsinc.org For more information about our work, visit http://www.cj-network.org/cjwgm/health.html
This summer the Hope Community Center is running a collaborative series of community events called "Meet Your Neighbor" that will take place on Saturdays through August 22 nd, from 11 am – 2 pm, in parks across Charlottesville. The project seeks to connect the community by first reaching out to individual neighborhoods, fostering a festival type atmosphere with free music, fun, and games as well as opportunities for neighbors in the area to learn about the services provided by local non-profit organizations. The events are a perfect opportunity for service providers to network with Latinos and others and for Latinos to learn about community resources. For more information contact Garrett Trent at garrett@hopecommunitycenter.org or visit www.hopecommunitycenter.org
The Creciendo Juntos (CJ) Executive Committee meets the second Monday of every month at Piedmont Housing Alliance (downtown), next to ACAC. The meeting is from noon to 1:00 pm. New members are most welcomed. Contact dilciacolindres@msn.com if you plan to come. Lunch is served. For more information on the Executive Committee, visit http://www.cj-network.org/exec_cmtee.html
This summer the Hope Community Center is running a collaborative series of community events called "Meet Your Neighbor" that will take place on Saturdays through August 22nd in parks across Charlottesville. The project seeks to connect the community by first reaching out to individual neighborhoods, fostering a festival type atmosphere with free music, fun, and games as well as opportunities for neighbors in the area to learn about the services provided by local non-profit organizations. The events are a perfect opportunity for service providers to network with Latinos and others and for Latinos to learn about community resources. For more information contact Garrett Trent at garrett@hopecommunitycenter.org or visit www.hopecommunitycenter.org
The class is designed to take the mystery out of the home buying process and help Latino homebuyers prepare to make important decisions about buying a home. Completion of VHDA's Intro to Homeownership class is required by all borrowers in order to become eligible for all VHDA loan programs. Time: 10:00 am – 4:00 pm. Place: Piedmont Housing Alliance (next to ACAC). Call Shelley Murphy at 434/817-2436 x 104 to register or for more information or a flyer in Spanish.
This summer the Hope Community Center is running a collaborative series of community events called "Meet Your Neighbor" that will take place on Saturdays through August 22nd in parks across Charlottesville. The project seeks to connect the community by first reaching out to individual neighborhoods, fostering a festival type atmosphere with free music, fun, and games as well as opportunities for neighbors in the area to learn about the services provided by local non-profit organizations. The events are a perfect opportunity for service providers to network with Latinos and others and for Latinos to learn about community resources. For more information contact Garrett Trent at garrett@hopecommunitycenter.org or visit www.hopecommunitycenter.org
Lt. James Bond will be convening the next Southwood Neighborhood Watch meeting on Tuesday, August 4, 2009, from 7:30 – 9:30 pm. Service Providers working in Southwood are strongly encouraged to attend this event and bring some of the families they work with. Doing so will enhance resident participation in this important Albemarle Police Department initiative to improve the quality of life in this predominately Latino community. The meeting will begin with a potluck and there will be door prizes for those who attend. For more information, contact Lt. Bond at bondj@albemarle.org
This summer the Hope Community Center is running a collaborative series of community events called "Meet Your Neighbor" that will take place on Saturdays through August 22nd in parks across Charlottesville. The project seeks to connect the community by first reaching out to individual neighborhoods, fostering a festival type atmosphere with free music, fun, and games as well as opportunities for neighbors in the area to learn about the services provided by local non-profit organizations. The events are a perfect opportunity for service providers to network with Latinos and others and for Latinos to learn about community resources. For more information contact Garrett Trent at garrett@hopecommunitycenter.org or visit www.hopecommunitycenter.org
The Creciendo Juntos (CJ) Executive Committee meets the second Monday of every month at Piedmont Housing Alliance (downtown), next to ACAC. The meeting is from noon to 1:00 pm. New members are most welcomed. Contact dilciacolindres@msn.com if you plan to come. Lunch is served. For more information on the Executive Committee, visit http://www.cj-network.org/exec_cmtee.html
This summer the Hope Community Center is running a collaborative series of community events called "Meet Your Neighbor" that will take place on Saturdays through August 22nd in parks across Charlottesville. The project seeks to connect the community by first reaching out to individual neighborhoods, fostering a festival type atmosphere with free music, fun, and games as well as opportunities for neighbors in the area to learn about the services provided by local non-profit organizations. The events are a perfect opportunity for service providers to network with Latinos and others and for Latinos to learn about community resources. For more information contact Garrett Trent at garrett@hopecommunitycenter.org or visit www.hopecommunitycenter.org
This summer the Hope Community Center is running a collaborative series of community events called "Meet Your Neighbor" that will take place on Saturdays through August 22nd in parks across Charlottesville. The project seeks to connect the community by first reaching out to individual neighborhoods, fostering a festival type atmosphere with free music, fun, and games as well as opportunities for neighbors in the area to learn about the services provided by local non-profit organizations. The events are a perfect opportunity for service providers to network with Latinos and others and for Latinos to learn about community resources. For more information contact Garrett Trent at garrett@hopecommunitycenter.org or visit www.hopecommunitycenter.org
Neil Rodrigo, from the International Rescue Committee, will discuss important information on using an interpreter, including availability, limitations, expectations, etc. Place: United Way, 806 East High Street, Charlottesville. Time: 3:30 p.m. To RSVP or for more information, contact Martha Trujillo at mtrujillo@unitedwaytja.org or 972-1701. This event is sponsored by Creciendo Juntos (CJ) and the United Way-Thomas Jefferson Area.
This summer the Hope Community Center is running a collaborative series of community events called "Meet Your Neighbor" that will take place on Saturdays through August 22nd in parks across Charlottesville. The project seeks to connect the community by first reaching out to individual neighborhoods, fostering a festival type atmosphere with free music, fun, and games as well as opportunities for neighbors in the area to learn about the services provided by local non-profit organizations. The events are a perfect opportunity for service providers to network with Latinos and others and for Latinos to learn about community resources. For more information contact Garrett Trent at garrett@hopecommunitycenter.org or visit www.hopecommunitycenter.org
On Saturday, September 26, from noon – 6 pm, at Hillandale Park in Harrisonburg, the city will celebrate its diversity in the annual International Festival which includes international foods, music, Aztec and other dancers, artists, vendors, storytellers, activities for all ages, a multi-language area, and a cultural fashion show featuring traditional dress. For more information: http://www.harrisonburg-international-festival.org
Martha Trujillo, Information & Referral Specialist for the United Way-Thomas Jefferson Area, will review documentation needed for schools, health care providers, employers, DMV, etc., and how to help Latinos obtain necessary legal documents. Place: United Way, 806 East High Street, Charlottesville. Time: 3:30 p.m. To RSVP or for more information, contact Martha Trujillo at mtrujillo@unitedwaytja.org or 972-1701. This event is sponsored by Creciendo Juntos (CJ) and the United Way-Thomas Jefferson Area.
Addressing inequities in health is probably our most significant public health challenge and crosses all disciplines. In recognition of this and the importance of addressing the social, physical, economic and environmental contributors to these inequalities, the Virginia Public Health Association is partnering with the Virginia Department of Health's Office of Minority Health and Public Health Policy, UVA and other partners to offer this conference in Richmond, the purpose of which is to increase participants’ knowledge and ability to advance health equity through healthy community design. The conference will focus on the root cause of inequities in Virginia. A strong emphasis will be placed on policies to alleviate the negative health outcomes for the disadvantaged and a call to action by stakeholders throughout Virginia to reverse the inequitable distribution of social determinants of health by designing healthy communities. Agenda, location, sponsorship and other event details are located at http://www.vdh.state.va.us/healthpolicy/2009conference/documents/sponsorship-document.pdf
Central America celebrates Independence Day on September 15; Mexico celebrates on September 16. Each year, from September 15 to October 15, the U.S. celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month to recognize the economic, cultural, and social contributions of the more than 46 million Latinos residing in the U.S. During this month, colleges, libraries, community groups, and the media typically feature films, documentaries, reports and other activities for and about Latinos. Contact Dilcia Colindres (dilciacolindres@msn.com) or Linda Hemby (lhemby@albemarle.org) of Creciendo Juntos (CJ) if you’d like ideas or contacts for your agency’s celebration. The CJ online clearinghouse has local and state statistics about Latinos as well as myth breaking facts and studies:
The annual CJ Help Fair – Fería de Ayuda offers outreach and networking opportunities to service providers working in the areas of health, housing, education, employment, legal and social services. The 5th annual Help Fair – Fería de Ayuda, to help Latinos learn about and access local resources, will be held on Saturday, October 24, 2009, 2 – 4 pm, at the Word of Faith Church, across from Albemarle High School and close to many Latino neighborhoods. Government offices, non-profits, churches, educational institutions, businesses and others serving Cville’s Latino community are invited to participate with an information table and/or to donate funds, food, music, dance performance, or a door prize. For more information contact Martha Trujillo at mtrujillo@unitedwaytja.org For overviews of previous CJ Help Fairs, visit http://www.cj-network.org/cjwgm/cs.html
En Noviembre del 2009 estaremos disfrutando de una rica presencia de Dios y de talleres especificamente disenados para la mujer de hoy. Mas información en el pronto futuro estará disponible. |
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The Virginia Hispanic Chamber of Commerce is holding its 7th annual ¿Qué Pasa? Festival on Saturday, September 26, 2009 from 12:00 noon to 8:00 pm at the Science Museum of VA in Richmond. The event will be combined with the first annual Hispanic Food Festival and Arts and Crafts Fair. Plan on coming to enjoy food, crafts, music and among other activities, touring the Science Museum. For more information, visit 
SEPTEMBER 26, 2009: HARRISONBURG INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL 