Do you know an amazing Woman? You need to know about the EmpowHER Event with New Directions

Alyssa Sidle of The Morning Thing talked with Lindsey Lamp, Executive Director of New Directions.
Lindsey talked about the recent transitions for New Directions and announced the good news that the organization is fully staffed. She shared the inspiration behind the EmpowHER event and described each award that will be given out. Lindsey also talked about the scholarships that will be given to high school senior girls.

Click HERE to hear the entire conversation.

There are multiple EmpowHER awards. Click HERE to nominate an amazing woman that you know.

Nominate a woman of inspiration!
Belief is a powerful engine. This woman believes so strongly in the outcomes she seeks that her beliefs mold her path to get there. The recipient of this award champions for women in her network, workplace, and community. She is a team player and active mentor who paves the road to empowering women in leadership roles. She is a woman of inspiration that is true to herself, and her example is so noteworthy as to inspire others spontaneously. Her passion channels her actions and her voice as she strives to empower the women and girls of Knox County.

Nominate a woman who is a front-line worker!
The Heart Award was born out of COVID19 and the need to acknowledge greater endeavors in support of our humanity with a focus on others over self. Do you know a woman with commitment and passion for service while making an impact and leading with purpose? Has she dedicated her life as a successful front-line worker? Has she proven her endless dedication to her field (healthcare worker, educator, etc.)?Nominate a woman front-line worker you know today for the Heart Award presented at New Directions’ EmpowHER Event held on March 1st. Each winner is provided free entry to the event and a gift for being her amazing self!

Nominate a single mother today!
Do you know a single-parent mom who has overcome adversity and demonstrates resilience?
Has she transformed her life and the lives of her children with dignity and grace?
Does she lead by example?
Is she a picture of selflessness and courage to all who encounter her?
Nominate her today for the Grit & Grace Award presented at New Directions’ EmpowHER Event held on March 1st. Each winner is provided free entry to the event and a gift for being her amazing self!

Nominate a woman with 20+ years of experience in their field!
The recipient of this award is an extraordinary woman who has manifested a legacy that continues to inspire others. She has dedicated her life to the advancement of those around her and paved the way for the leaders of tomorrow. She is recognized as an ambassador for women through her extraordinary dedication, personal achievements, and service to others through mentorship, philanthropy, and business. This award recognizes a woman who has spent more than 20 years in her field.
Nominate a woman with 20+ years of experience in their field for the Raising the Bar Award presented at New Directions’ EmpowHER Event held on March 1st. Each winner is provided free entry to the event and a gift for being her amazing self!

Nominate a woman with less than 10 years of making an impact and breaking down barriers!
Vision shapes our future. The recipient of this award is a woman with less than 10 years of experience in her field who has wasted no time making an impact and breaking down barriers. She emphasizes building honest relationships, values input, has the mindset of a leader, and leads by example with an immense amount of courage. She has valued what she’s learned from her mentors and wants to pay it forward as a mentor to others. She is changing the landscape in which women serve.
Nominate a woman you know today for the Vision Builder Award presented at New Directions’ EmpowHER Event held on March 1st. Each winner is provided free entry to the event and a gift for being her amazing self!

Are you a female high school senior who uses her girl power to empower others? Apply for our Girl Power Scholarship! The recipient of this scholarship will receive $2500 to go towards furthering their education!

Wednesday, 2/14 is the deadline to submit nominations.
Click HERE to nominate an amazing woman that you know.

WNZR talks with New Directions as they prepare for two special events this Wednesday

WNZR’s Alyssa Sidle was honored to talk with Lauren Lochotzki, Sexual Assault and Campus Advocate for New Directions of Knox County.
She shared about the exciting updates of the organization’s move to a new building and how they are working with survivors of sexual assault.
Lauren shared the details of their upcoming “Break the Silence” events.

Click HERE to hear the conversation.

On Wednesday, 4/26 you will have two chances to hear from author, speaker and sexual abuse survivor, Nicole Braddock Bromley.
Nicole’s passion is to bring awareness and education on breaking the silence surrounding sexual abuse. Nicole’s message inspires hope, healing, and authenticity!
The first event will be for professional development and held from 1pm – 3pm at the Woodward Opera House Recital Hall.
The second event is open to the community at Centerburg Church of Christ from 6:30pm – 8pm.

Click HERE to reserve your spot.

New Directions hosts their annual Dinner and Celebration Benefit

New Directions, the Domestic Abuse Shelter and Rape Crisis Center of Knox County held their annual Dinner and Celebration Benefit on Thursday night, 4/11/19.

Executive Director, Lori Jones-Perkins shared how the money raised from this event will support the organization. She also shared some award winners and goals for 2019.
Click HERE to hear her conversation with WNZR’s Abigail Brown.

Several awards were given out.
Chloe Merriman, a Senior from Centerburg received the Volunteer Award for her exceptional service with TAC – the Teen Advisory Council. She has served with TAC for all 4 years of high school.

The Mary Hendrickson Award recognizes outstanding, long-term commitment to the organization and honors the late founder and director of New Directions. This year’s award was presented to Pat Keane, who has an extensive history with the organization and was part of the founding team that helped to create the outreach.

Lori shared that the top goal for New Directions in 2019 is ongoing community education.

For more information about New Directions of Knox County, go to their website, newdirectionsshelter.org

 

What do you know about TAC?

TAC

Have you heard of TAC?

The Teen Advisory Council is a group of Knox County youth, ages 14-18, who actively work to end teen dating and sexual violence. TAC members are “Ambassadors” of healthy, safe, equal, and non-violent relationships among their peers and in the community.

Take a listen to this conversation with TAC member, Gracie Zielger about how TAC is making a difference. Click HERE to hear the conversation.
Click HERE for more information on TAC, when they meet and how to join.

Have you heard? TAC is working with the New Directions Shelter of Knox County to host the Color for a Cause 5K. The event takes place this Saturday 9/1.

Click HERE for all the details.
The Big Blue Crew will be at the Color Run from 5-7pm on Saturday. Tune in at 90.9FM or online at wnzr.fm

 

New Directions Shelter of Knox County

16195631_1890658311177422_8147601804422870840_n-e1485520713424-657x330New Directions Domestic Abuse Shelter and Rape Crisis Center serves all survivors of domestic, intimate partner, and sexual violence in Knox County, Ohio. New Directions also strives to prevent the abuse of women, men, and children by joining with the community to build safe, respectful, and loving relationships. All New Directions services are provided free of charge.

New Directions is an amazing outreach here in Knox county, and WNZR’s Trevor Moore had the opportunity to talk with Lori Jones-Perkins, the Director at New Directions.

Lori talks about her involvement in the organization, their annual fundraiser, how people can financially support New Directions, and some of their goals/needs for 2018.

You can listen to their whole conversation here!
Learn more about New Directions here!

The “Audrie and Daisy” documentary is coming to Mount Vernon!

Audrie and Daisy

April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month. New Directions, the Domestic Abuse Shelter and Rape Crisis Center of Knox County is hosting a special viewing of the documentary “Audrie and Daisy” this Friday, 4/28/17. It will be shown in the Mount Vernon High School theater from 6:30pm – 9pm.

Click HERE to listen to a conversation with Marcy Rinehart of The Morning Thing and Lori Jones, Asst. Director and Delta Coordinator of New Directions.
There is power in knowledge and conversation!

Lori Jones said, “We want to start this conversation about sexual assault in our schools, around our dinner tables, and in our workplaces because this can no longer be a silent subject. It is important that our community is proactive, rather than reactive if and when we are faced with a similar situation. Parents and teens viewing this movie together will create an entry into a conversation that, otherwise, may never be discussed.”

The community showing of “Audrie and Daisy” is free and open to the public. For any questions or for more information, call 740-397-4357 or send an email to lori@newdirectionsshelter.org

For more information on New Directions visit www.newdirectionsshelter.org and Facebook.com/NewDirectionsShelterofKnoxCountyOhio

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