Debbie Rae DuPey
“I could give you no advice but this; to go into yourself and explore the depths where your life wells forth.” Ranier Maria Rilke
The purpose of this book is to provide information to survivors of trauma, grief and loss; to empower them to make informed decisions about exploring new and varied experiences to enrich their healing and to fully embrace the gifts of this life’s journey.
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Curriculum Vitae
VICTIM ADVOCATE, EDUCATOR AND RESEARCHER
LUTHERAN COMMUNITY SERVICES ◊ SPOKANE, WA.
April 2016 – December 2018
Responsible for answering the crime victims’ hotline, assessed needs, referred clients to services and supported clients during medical exams and legal proceedings.
Organized Sexual Assault Awareness Month activities.
Creating an education installation about human trafficking, “What is My Name!
Co-developed a series of workshops for parents on how to talk to kids about sexual consent.
Organized the organization’s Diversity Committee activities and monthly newsletter.
FOUNDER/DIRECTOR
AMIGAS DE CORAZON 2006 – PRESENT
Organized the Corazon Learning Center in Guatemala- a multigenerational community center offering courses on self-esteem, literacy and health.
Maintained website for Corazon Scarves, the nonprofit’s economic enterprise.
Designed education/service trips to Guatemala focusing on fair trade and women’s justice issues.
EDUCATION SPECIALIST 2003 – 2006
SPOKANE COUNTY DOMESTIC VIOLENCE CONSORTIUM ◊ SPOKANE, WA
Developed ongoing partnerships with leaders and community members from diverse populations.
Supervised volunteers, two speakers’ bureaus, and high school and college interns.
Produced curricula for community education presentations including The Dynamics of Domestic Violence; A Child is Watching: The Impact of Domestic Violence on Children; and Safe Dating.
PROGRAM DIRECTOR 1999-2003
ACT for KIDS. SEXUAL ASSAULT AND FAMILY TRAUMA RESPONSE CENTER, LUTHERAN COMMUNITY SERVICES NORTHWEST ◊ SPOKANE, WA
Provided community and national trainings for teachers and counselors on the dynamics of child sexual abuse and dating violence.
Created new healing resources for children and adults experiencing trauma.
EDUCATION
Gonzaga University, MA Organizational Leadership
GPA 3.87
EWU
BA in Education
GPA 3.5
AFFILIATIONS
Women’s Work-
2013 – Present
Human Growth and Development Advisory Board
Spokane Dist. 81
1999 – 2006, 2016- 2018
LANGUAGES
English
Conversation Spanish