Marshallese Women's Advocacy Program
API-GBV Program staff, Marcina, Trina, and Rotha
The Marshallese Women's Advocacy Program increases access to justice for Marshallese female survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and human trafficking, and promotes women's empowerment.
What we do:
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conduct outreach to educate and raise awareness about domestic violence, sexual assault, and human trafficking
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inform Marshallese community members about available resources for survivors of gender-based violence and offer wrap-around services for survivors and their families
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offer culturally appropriate workshops for women and girls
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offer classes for advocacy agencies, law enforcement, and government agencies so that officials and advocates can better serve Marshallese clients
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provide interpreter services to improve communication and ease the process for Marshallese survivors to come forward and seek assistance
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engage community members, men, and boys as allies
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provide a safe space for women
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collaborate with local agencies and organizations to share resources and strengthen efforts
Post-training pic with friends Nina and Jeanette from NAPSIEV (above) and Marcina and Trina at MEI's Grill 'n Chill event (left)
Office phone:
479-365-7019
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Helpline: 479-334-9345
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Staff members:
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Ms. Trina Marty
Program Coordinator, API-GBV
Ms. Marcina Langrine
Organizational Support, API-GBV Assistant
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Ms. Rotha Mejbon-Samuel
Community Outreach
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Ms. Carlnis Jerry
STOP VAWA Coordinator
carlnis@mei.ngo​​
Staff members, Trina Marty and Carlnis Jerry
Staff members with Vice Consul General Hilma Lemari and Carolina Edwin