You should know...
Campus Assault By the Numbers
~ 1 in 5 female students will be victims of assault or attempted assault during their college careers.
~ 95% of sexual assaults go unreported to college campuses
~ Of the incidents reported, 78% of the victims of rape and sexual assault are women, 22% are men
~ 77% of four-year colleges and universities reported zero sexual offenses in 2006
~ 13% of schools reported just one or two such offenses for 2006.
New Hope works closely with the colleges and universities in our community to help ensure their students are aware of the services New Hope can provide.
If you or someone you know could benefit from New Hope's services, or for more information about our programs, please call our hotline:
1-800-323-4673
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Our Supporters
A BIG thank you to our community partners, especially:
Confidence Beads ~ Back to Business:
Linda Waters continues to support New Hope's services by donating a portion of her "Survivor" Bead proceeds to our agency.
Home and Commercial Security, Inc.:
Home and Commercial Security, Inc. made a generous monetary donation to support New Hope's services. This organization is often an in-kind donor for New Hope events as well.
Attleboro High School Student Council:
The Attleboro High School Student Council donated personal hygiene products for the families in our shelters.
Verizon Wireless:
Verizon Wireless made a very generous donation through it's Hopeline program to support New Hope's emergency shelters.
Kiwanis Club of Taunton:
The Kiwanis Club of Taunton made a generous monetary contribution to New Hope to purchase a new crib and mattress for our shelter. |
24-hour Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Hotline:
1-800-323-HOPE (4673)
For all other inquiries, please feel free to call our main office:
508-226-4015
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Greetings from New Hope!
Mission: Working to strengthen individuals and families by ending domestic and sexual violence.
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New Hope at Elements for Excellence 2010
New Hope will be presenting a workshop entitled "The Cost of Domestic Violence on your Bottom Line" at the Elements for Excellence 2010 Conference presented by the Cranberry Country Chamber of Commerce at Massasoit State College on Tuesday, March 23rd.
The Elements for Excellence Conference brings together business and professional women from throughout the Southeast Region and will feature First Lady Diane Patrick as the key note speaker.
New Hope's workshop will address the issue of domestic violence in the workplace: learning how to define domestic and sexual violence, learning what to do when an employee or colleague discloses abuse, and learning how to promote safety in the workplace.
Interested in attending? Visit the Elements for Excellence website and register today. Registration must be made by Monday, March 15th.
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New Hope's Wine, Cheese and Chocolate Tasting New Hope is hosting a Wine, Cheese, and Chocolate Tasting on Saturday, April 24th, 2010 at 7pm at the Asa Waters Mansion in Millbury, with string chamber music provided by musicians of The Claflin Hill Symphony Orchestra.
 Tickets are $35.00 per person in advance, $40.00 at the door (unless we sell out). Guests will also receive a souvenir glass courtesy of the Verizon Pioneers.
Tickets can be purchased online by visiting New Hope's Donate page and following the instructions listed there. Please indicate "Wine, Cheese & Chocolate Tasting" in the "Donation Instructions" window when instructed to do so. Tickets may also be purchased at the following locations:
Worcester Millbury
AllCom Credit Union Asa Waters Mansion
New Hope Visitation Center Orange Salon
The Citizen
Webster Milford
New Hope Office Holiday Inn Express
Attleboro
New Hope Office
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 Beauty & The Beast Tickets - Deadline Extended!
Still haven't purchased your tickets to Disney's Broadway production of Beauty & The Beast at the Hanover Theatre in Worcester?
There's still time!
New Hope is offering this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to attend the show on Saturday, May 1st at 2:00 PM and then attend an exclusive reception after the show featuring activities for the young in age and young in spirit as well as raffles and giveaways; including the chance to win four Park Hopper Passes to Walt Disney World in Orlando, Florida!
The extended deadline is Friday, March 26th - so get your order in today! Tickets are $75 (ticket price includes a donation to New Hope). Click here for an order form - or purchase tickets through our website.
This is a great way to have a fun day with the entire family - grandparents, parents, children, aunts and uncles - as well as a meaningful day by helping to provide assistance to families in need. |
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Sexual Assault Awareness Month
 April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month and New Hope has many events planned to help raise awareness in our community about the issues surrounding sexual violence and the services New Hope provides to those in need. Some events are listed below.
Are you interested in helping New Hope advocate for survivors of sexual violence?
New Hope's Development and Outreach staff are here to provide you with the information you need to join us in our mission to end violence in our community.
We would be happy to present to your business/employees, church, civic organization, club or just a gathering of your friends.
Contact us for more information on how you can get involved (via phone: 508-226-4015).
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Save the Date!
Here's a list of upcoming New Hope Happenings! Please feel free to email us with any inquiries! March
Friday, March 26th - *NEW* Deadline to purchase Beauty & The Beast tickets. To purchase tickets, click here or visit New Hope's website. Saturday, March 27th 2:00-3:00 PM - Domestic Violence 101: New Hope will be presenting a workshop at the Seventh-Day Adventist Church, 109 Winthrop Street, Taunton.
April
Tuesday, April 6th 6:00-8:30 PM - Movie Night: New Hope is partnering with Wayside to sponsor a movie night around the theme of sexual violence. Milford Library, Milford.
Tuesday, April 13th, 2010- The Clothesline Project: New Hope will present The Clothesline Project at Bristol Community College's Attleboro location. Open to the public.
Friday, April 16th & Saturday, April 17th - The Vagina Monologues: Students at Worcester State College present "The Vagina Monologues" with proceeds to benefit New Hope. April 18th - April 24th - National Crime Victims' Rights WeekSaturday, April 24th, 7:00 PM - Wine, Cheese & Chocolate Tasting: Join New Hope and friends at the elegant and historic Asa Waters Mansion in Millbury for a Wine, Cheese and Chocolate Tasting. String Chamber music provided by musicians of The Claflin Hill Symphony Orchestra. Interested in tickets, sponsoring this event or wish to donate an auction or raffle item? Please contact our Development Office. May
Sunday, May 16th 8:30am-12:00pm - Walk for Hope: New Hope is sponsoring its first Walk for Hope. Events Sponsors, Raffle Item Donors, and Walking Teams needed! Contact the Development Office for more information. Mansfield Holiday Inn, Mansfield, MA. |
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