"Throughout the last half century, we have been learning and growing. Our foundation is strong, our momentum is palpable, and our community is ready." - 2019-2024 WISE Strategic Direction
We are wiser together
We did it! With the overwhelming support of our generous Upper Valley community, we successfully ended the Wiser Community Campaign. And we exceeded our $2,000,000 campaign goal!

We are so honored that our community shares our vision and mission to end gender-based violence. We know that it is achievable with all of us working together.

To read more about the 2019 WISE Annual Meeting and Campaign Celebration, click here .
Navigating the world online
 
The internet and social media have become a huge part our dating relationships, friendships, and daily lives. Teenagers stay connected with their friends and family, find validating communities of peers, and access useful information online.

Parents often share with us their concerns about internet safety and their kids. There is a lot to think about when it comes to navigating the online world of relationships. We will break down the research, share our perspective, and offer strategies with you over the next few months. Stay tuned for future discussions on sexting, dating apps, pornography, and more.  

Click here to learn how you can help the teenagers in your lives navigate the online world.
Not In Our House Scholarship

Help us spread the word! We are currently accepting applications for the Not in Our House Scholarship. The Not in Our House Fund was established by the Lebanon Girl's Lacrosse team in honor of their beloved teacher Natalie Perriello who was killed by her husband in 2012.

Inspired by Natalie's deep commitment to education, students created the NIOH fund and awards $500 to one LHS senior who commits to a 4-year college program. The winning applicant will demonstrate a commitment to social change through volunteer work.

Applications are due May 30, 2019. The scholarship will be presented at LHS Awards Night. To apply, fill out the online Not in Our House Scholarship Application.
Summer training starts soon

Foundations of Gender-Based Violence: We still have some spots available for the summer training in June. Space is limited so please apply soon.  Click here for the application and contact Stacey for more information.  

Court Observers Training: The next training takes place on June 3.  Click here to learn more or contact Stacey to register.
We're hiring

We are accepting applications for Program Advocate: Housing and Shelter Coordinator. The Program Advocate is responsible for providing high-quality, well-coordinated advocacy support for victims of gender-based violence and their supporters. This position includes a coordination emphasis on the organizational capacity to support survivors in accessing and sustaining safe housing. It includes planning, community partnership development of and with housing resources, vision and strategy for the WISE Safe Home program (SHP), utilization of the Housing First model, and the management of daily shelter operations.

Click here to see the full job description. To apply, please submit a cover letter and resume to Peggy O'Neil , WISE Executive Director.
Leading the Upper Valley to end gender-based violence
Program Center · 38 Bank Street · Lebanon, NH 03766
every hour, every day · 866-348-WISE
tel: 603-448-8922 · fax: 603-448-2799 · www.wiseuv.org