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Suzi Schoenhoft
Executive Director sschoenhoft@apfvwalworth.com |
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 strength, both physically and mentally. We ensure our clients know their rights and provide options for growth. 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 help make that happen". |
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Irma
Bilingual Crime Victim Advocate BS in Liberal Studies MA in Psychology |
Why New Beginnings APFV is important to Irma:
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Carmen
Bilingual Counselor & Crime Victim Advocate 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." |
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Rachel
Crime Victim Advocate rfuller@apfvwalworth.com |
Why New Beginnings APFV is important to Rachel:
I am very passionate about supporting victims while they work through their trauma. Many survivors of abuse or violent crimes become very isolated, and often do not know where to start in asking for help. It’s important that they have guidance and assistance in taking steps towards a safer and healthier life. As an advocate, I have the privilege of being a helping hand for our clients to start taking those steps. |
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Martha Bilingual Legal Advocate
mgama@apfvwalworth.com Bachelor's degree in Social Work |
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." |
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Will
Child and Teen Advocate/SA Advocate whelling@apfvwalworth.com Bachelor's degree in Recreational Therapy - CRTS |
Why New Beginnings APFV is important to Will:
'As a survivor of sexual assault, I felt alone and scared to talk to others about the assault. I felt like I had no one to go to who would believe me or what I had gone through. Later in life I found that I am not alone. I do have a voice and my voice holds power. Being granted the opportunity to work as part of the team here at New Beginnings, I have the opportunity to help empower everyone I work with. As children and teenagers, it is common to believe that we need to accept things as they are, but when it comes to being a victim or survivor of violence and/or sexual assault that is absolutely not the case. As an advocate for child and teenage victims and survivors of violence and sexual assault I want to make sure each individual knows; I hear you, I believe you and I will support and advocate for you. " |
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Amber
Crime Victim Advocate agee@apfvwalworth.com Bachelor’s degree in Social Work from UW-Whitewater. |
Why New Beginnings APFV is important to Amber:
“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.” |
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Angeline
Volunteer & Community Outreach Coordinator adoman@apfvwalworth.com Bachelor of Social Work MA coming soon! August 2022! |
Why New Beginnings APFV is important to Angeline: "In my role as the Volunteer & Community Outreach Coordinator I have the opportunity to help bridge societal gaps by connecting individuals to the help they need while also constantly brainstorming and putting together new programs and workshops to benefit our community. Domestic violence and sexual abuse are never an easy topic but as an outreach coordinator and advocate I am able to provide support, awareness and resources to victims and those in the community also wanting to help make a change!
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Jessica
Special Crime Victim Advocate jpozzani@apfvwalworth.com Bachelor's degree - Science in Psychology and Criminal Justice |
Why New Beginnings APFV is important to Jessica:
"I chose to work at New Beginnings due to the rewarding yet challenging nature of the organization. Working with individuals during difficult and traumatic parts of their lives is important to me. I look forward to providing them support for healing and providing them support for growth." |
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Claire
Counselor/Intern Coordinator choward@apfvwalworth.com |
Why New Beginnings APFV is important to Claire:
"As a Counselor, it is my privilege to work with children and teens who are survivors of physical, psychological and sexual abuse: to walk with them in their journey towards safety, security and hope. I want to meet my clients where they are and advocate for the resources, supplies and equity needed for personal healing and restoration. It is okay not to be okay and ask for help when needed. Everyone has the right to be heard and safe." |
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Karen
Office Manager/Finance Assistant kberry@apfvwalworth.com Natalie Administrative Assistant nspruce@apfvwalworth.com |
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