CFVC Advocates Complete HSPD Citizens Police Academy

Three Cherokee Family Violence Center Advocates completed the Holly Springs Police Department’s Citizens Police Academy earlier this week.  The Academy focuses on various aspects of law enforcement over a six week period.  The Advocates and nearly 20 other community members, attended weekly sessions intended to offer a historical perspective of American law enforcement and its…

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Volunteer Training Postponed

Due to the unpredictability of this week’s weather, we have decided to postpone the volunteer training days scheduled tonight and this weekend. Make-up days will be posted here, and sent to those who had pre-registered. Stay warm! If you are interested in signing up for our next volunteer training, contact [email protected].

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Volunteer Training Scheduled

Did you know that April is National Volunteer Month? There is no better way to close out this month, than by indicating your interest in volunteering with CFVC!  Our next Volunteer Training has been scheduled for Thursday June 5th and Saturday June 7th. If you are interested in learning more about volunteering with us, click HERE or…

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Advocates Attend Cultural Competency Training

Our Shelter Operations Manager, Wendy Cash, and Multicultural Outreach Coordinator, Lorena Jacobo, attended “On the Road to Social Transformation: A Cultural Competency training for Domestic Violence Service Providers and Advocates” during March 2014.  The training, offered by ALIANZA (National Alliance for the Elimination of Domestic Violence) and hosted by Womenspace Inc., held in Eugene, Oregon,…

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CFVC Recognized by Consulate General of Mexico

CFVC Multicultural Program Coordinator, Pilar Sarmiento, was recently recognized by the Consulate General of Mexico for her participation in their Domestic Violence Awareness Programs during October.  Pilar presented information to the Consulate about Domestic Violence in Immigrant Populations.

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We Are Looking for Volunteers

Cherokee Family Violence Center is looking for volunteers!  Our next two day training is August 15th from 6-9PM and August 17th from 9AM-3PM.  You can get more information about volunteering for CFVC under the “Get Involved” tab or you can register today by calling (770)479-4641 or emailing [email protected].

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