Suzi Schoenhoft Executive Director
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Why New Beginnings APFV is important to Suzi:
As Director at New Beginnings, I am privileged to work alongside a strong and dedicated team. We ensure victims of violent crimes receive services and advocacy that will empower them to regain their rights and freedoms, both physically and mentally. In my role, I write grants to fund our agency, speak as the voice for survivor justice and implement operational strategies that benefit those we serve and our team at New Beginnings APFV. All individuals have the right to be free of harm, fear and abuse. I'm at New Beginnings to make that happen. |
Araceli Wence Bilingual Victim Advocate
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awence@apfvwalworth.com
Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice from ITT Technical Institute & Master's degree in Social Work from George Williams of Aurora University. Native speaker of Spanish. |
Why New Beginnings APFV is important to Araceli:
Araceli runs three support groups, two for youth and one in Spanish for women. She enjoys helping people and loves to empower the Latino population of Walworth County by doing her job at New Beginnings APFV. |
Carmen Garces Bilingual Advocate & Counselor
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cgarces@apfvwalworth.com
Licensed Professional Counselor with a Master's degree in counseling from UW-Whitewater. Native speaker of Spanish |
Why New Beginnings APFV is important to Carmen:
"In a society that has a difficult time dealing with issues of domestic violence and sexual assault, New Beginnings is a safe place for victims to go. As a counselor, I get to witness and learn from my clients' journeys from pain and struggle to personal strength and healing. I could not think of a more rewarding job." |
Theresa Stalzer Senior Advocate & Volunteer Coordinator
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tstalzer@apfvwalworth.com
Bachelor's degrees in Spanish & Sociology from UW-Eau Claire |
Why New Beginnings APFV is important to Theresa:
"In my program area it is important that we are able to provide services to individuals over age 60 who are victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, financial exploitation, or scams." |
Martha Gama Bilingual Legal Crime Victim Advocate
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Why New Beginnings APFV is important to Martha:
"As the Bilingual Legal Crime Victim Advocate I am really passionate about the legal advocacy I am able to offer the victims and survivors. I am grateful for the opportunity my role gives me to empower and support many underrepresented populations, such as the Latino community." |
Alejandra Munoz Bilingual Special Crime Victim Advocate
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amunoz@apfvwalworth.com
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Why New Beginnings APFV is important to Alejandra:
"Working with victims and survivors of domestic and sexual abuse is important to me because so much is taken away from them. I want to empower all survivors to have the tools they need and not be afraid. Everyone deserves to be happy and feel safe. Many times we say that people are broken but those broken pieces can be put together and create something more beautiful." |
Amber Gee Crime Victim Advocate
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Why New Beginnings APFV is important to Amber:
“New Beginnings is important to me because in my role as an advocate, I can help those affected by domestic violence and/or sexual assault to become empowered survivors instead of victims by providing them with a safe place in the community to heal.” |
Lisa Otterbacher Crime Victim Advocate
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lisao@apfvwalworth.com
Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice Master’s Degree in Justice and Securities |
Why New Beginnings APFV is important to Lisa:
“Having worked in the criminal justice system for 31 years, I’ve had the opportunity to work with many victims and have witnessed the members of New Beginnings APFV passionately advocate for those who found themselves unexpectedly navigating some of the most difficult challenges of their life. Today I’m honored to be a part of the team that partners with individuals who are seeking to take back their lives. I’m dedicated to walking this journey with you, to successfully navigate a complex legal and court system to overcome choices that you had no voice in, as you renew the person you were designed to be.” |
Erin McGrath Child / Teen Advocate
Why New Beginnings APFV is important to Erin:
emcgrath@apfvwalworth.com “Our youth are our future generation. It is important to me that during a time of crisis, such as domestic and sexual abuse, that we assist our youth with the right educational tools and resources to empower them to speak up and stand up for their safety needs and what they believe in. Being able to help be a voice of that empowerment and help ensure a safe space for our youth to do so, is crucial to their mental and physical development. I am so glad to be a part of an organization that provides these resources and more to our future generations.”
Why New Beginnings APFV is important to Erin:
emcgrath@apfvwalworth.com “Our youth are our future generation. It is important to me that during a time of crisis, such as domestic and sexual abuse, that we assist our youth with the right educational tools and resources to empower them to speak up and stand up for their safety needs and what they believe in. Being able to help be a voice of that empowerment and help ensure a safe space for our youth to do so, is crucial to their mental and physical development. I am so glad to be a part of an organization that provides these resources and more to our future generations.”
Stephanie Newsom Special Crime Victim Advocate
snewsom@apfvwalwoth.com Why New Beginnings APFV is important to Stephanie:
"I am passionate about helping victims of violent crime as they heal and navigate through the legal system. It is important victims are supported and connected to the services they need in order to work through and heal from the trauma they have suffered. Being an advocate here at New Beginnings has given me the opportunity to encourage and help empower victims to become survivors."
snewsom@apfvwalwoth.com Why New Beginnings APFV is important to Stephanie:
"I am passionate about helping victims of violent crime as they heal and navigate through the legal system. It is important victims are supported and connected to the services they need in order to work through and heal from the trauma they have suffered. Being an advocate here at New Beginnings has given me the opportunity to encourage and help empower victims to become survivors."