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POV’s People: Where are they now? 

Throughout this year, we will be highlighting individuals or groups that have impacted our work over the last 50 years. 

Payal Sinha

"As I look back on all that we, as a community of member leaders have accomplished, I can’t be prouder. 50 years of serving the community and making it stronger. None of this would have been possible but for an amazing team of hardworking professionals and nurturers at Peace Over Violence. Peace Over Violence has been an extremely important part of my life where I started as an intern in 2015 and with nurturing and guidance became the Managing Attorney of the Legal Program.
 
I was supported in my journey and trusted with incredible opportunities to learn, make space and expand my horizons. To give an example, I was given an opportunity to participate at the Women in Policy Fellowship for the Women’s California foundation, where I got an incredible opportunity to work on two state bills: AB 865: Mandatory CSEC training for Resource families and SB 493: Gender Equity in Education: Sexual Harassment and Sexual Violence, a bill that will protect California students’ civil rights, which now became law. This would not have been possible without the mentorship and guidance I was provided with an intent to make a difference for the people we serve.
 
Today, as the Managing Attorney at Tahirih Justice Center, I work to serve immigrants of gender-based violence and I am able to pass on the learnings and values that Peace Over Violence imparted upon me. I owe a priceless debt of gratitude to the phenomenal professional team that contributed to my growth as a leader in my profession.
 
Getting to know the talented, dedicated, creative and committed POV team has been one of the highlights of my professional career, and will always hold a special place in my heart.

Coming Up: Counselor Advocate Training

Our next Counselor Advocate Training will start in January. We encourage caring and compassionate individuals from the diverse communities of LA County to become trauma informed Counselor Advocates working directly with survivors of sexual and domestic violence.

Upon completion of the training, graduates will be part of the POV Intervention Division’s Emergency Response Team, volunteering for either of the following programs: 24-Hour Hotline and Emergency Response Team or Domestic Abuse Response Team. For more information and to apply, email [email protected]

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Event Highlight: Dia de los Muertos

Program Highlight: Women’s Empowerment Self Defense 

“POV’s self-defense class was wonderful! The instructors are very helpful and informative about self-defense tactics and the class is a great environment to be in. The class teaches you techniques that are very useful and maybe even life-saving if you find yourself in a dangerous situation. I will definitely remember what I have learned in this class for the rest of my life.”
– Rea 
 

“Thank you for having this class, I am walking away with a sense of empowerment. I had a great time in the class- love the energy!”

— Anonymous

“I am 65 years old, to be in a class with a diverse group of people  - with different ages and lived experiences…. I didn’t know what to expect. I loved it! KICK, Punch, VOICE! Thank you!
– Carlise

POV Merch

Looking for the perfect holiday gifts for friends and family? Our POV shop is stocked with our trademark merch, Denim Day swag, and special edition 50th anniversary items! Check it out and order today!

POV Reads 

Who, and Where, Is Peng Shuai?

When it comes to self-defense, the prosecution has a heavier burden.

This tribe helped the Pilgrims survive for their first Thanksgiving. They still regret it 400 years later.

Crucial Conversations: Tools for Talking When Stakes are High

POV is hiring!

• PREA (Prison Rape Elimination Act) Sexual Assault Case Manager
• Senior Family Law Staff Attorney
• Executive Assistant and Development Coordinator