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Domestic Violence Awareness Month Presentation
12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Wednesday, October 2, 2024 | 12-1:30 p.m.
Gilligan Student Union Room 317
Dear NJCU Community,
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month—a crucial time to raise awareness and encourage conversations about domestic violence, which impacts individuals and families in every community, including our own.
We extend our heartfelt gratitude to Monica Gural, Co-Chief Attorney of the Domestic Violence Representation Project at Legal Services of New Jersey, who will join us on campus for an important presentation with NJCU Interim President Andrés Acebo on October 2, 2024 from 12-1:30 p.m. in Gilligan Student Union 317.
Please join us for her presentation as Monica will share invaluable insights into the legal resources available for survivors of domestic violence and discuss the key elements of healthy relationships. With more than two decades of experience in this field, Ms. Gural has devoted her career to supporting victims of domestic violence and sexual offenses.
Lunch will be provided, but please register below by emailing Andrea Spencer at ASpencer@njcu.edu by Tuesday, October 1, 2024.
Please also take note of some key domestic violence resources:
- New Jersey Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-572-SAFE (7233)
- National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233
New Jersey Coalition to End Domestic Violence: 800-572-7233
Partners for Women and Justice: Homepage (partnersnj.org);
Additionally, right here in Hudson County, WomenRising is a leading community-based organization for women, providing supportive counseling, crisis intervention, workforce development and job placement, permanent supportive housing, shelter for survivors of domestic violence, outreach, advocacy, referrals, and much more.
About Monica Gural
Monica C. Gural is a Co-Chief Attorney of the Domestic Violence Representation Project at Legal Services of New Jersey. In this position, Monica represents victims of domestic and sexual violence achieve safety from abusers by assisting in obtaining final restraining and protective orders, child support, and custody of their minor children. Monica assists with training New Jersey Legal Services’ staff and pro bono attorneys in the field of domestic violence practice. Monica also had the privilege to argue as Amicus Curiae the case of J.D. v. M.D.F. in front of the New Jersey Supreme Court. Currently, Monica serves on many statewide committees dedicated to improving the laws and court practices for domestic and sexual violence victims.