Save the Date to “Sip into Style”
In the News: New Executive Director Kristin Cyprien
Read all about the latest OC Walk to Remember news in the Orange County Register!
Click here to read the full article in the Orange County Register.
Register TODAY!
Participants Needed for a UCLA Research Study
Letter to Prospective Participants
Hello,
My name is Ingrid Norrmann-Vigil, and I’m a Ph.D. student in the Department of Applied Linguistics at UCLA. I’m currently studying narratives of trauma, medical communication, and how men whose partner/spouse have experienced a pregnancy loss recall the experience and their interactions with medical personnel. The idea for this study started from my own experience; I miscarried on September 2011 and again on May 2012. After noticing the lack of emotional support not only from medical personnel, but also from some people close to me, I started researching on the subject. I’m currently enrolling men for my research study. To be eligible for this study, he must:
• Be 18 years of age or older
•Have a partner who has experienced at least one pregnancy loss
•Be willing to be audio and video recorded during the interview
If you would like to participate, you’ll be asked to complete a brief demographic questionnaire and I’ll interview you for approximately 30 to 45 minutes. During the interview, I’ll ask you questions regarding the loss, your partner’s experience, how you recall the interaction with medical personnel, and also how you coped with it. The meeting will take place at a mutually agreed upon time and place. The interview will be digitally audio and video recorded to accurately reflect on what is discussed; the recordings will only be reviewed by members of the research team who will transcribe and analyze them. The materials will then be destroyed unless you authorize otherwise in a written consent form you’ll be given prior to the interview.
I’m aware this is not an easy topic to talk about. You may feel uncomfortable answering some of the questions, but you do not have to answer any questions you don’t wish to. Although you probably won’t benefit directly from participating in this study, I hope the findings will benefit couples who in the future go through this unfortunate experience.
Thank you so much for your time and for considering my request!
My best,
Ingrid Norrmann-Vigil
inorrmann@ucla.edu
NEW Announcement: STILL Project Partnership
OC Walk to Remember is all about sharing so it’s no wonder we are so proud to announce our partnership with the STILL Project. Beginning June 15, 2013 all contributions made to the STILL Project film fund are tax deductible. We are honored to support Carrie and Jonathan Pascual for producing a feature length documentary film committed to breaking the silence about pregnancy loss and infant death.
Carrie Fisher-Pascual says, “Jonathan and I are very proud of the STILL Project’s partnership with OC Walk to Remember. On a personal level OC Walk to Remember has been a pivotal part of our grief and healing work, but we have also seen first hand the amazing impact of the organization on the Southern California community. When we decided in June of 2012 that we were going to commit to making this film a reality, the first phone call I made was to Kristyn von-Rotz because we have so much respect for the work that OC Walk does and I knew her feedback would be incredibly valuable. The relationship between STILL Project and OC Walk to Remember is such a great fit because what we hope to accomplish with the film directly aligns with the mission of OC Walk. We feel very fortunate that we have this opportunity to nurture that relationship and extend our reach.
On behalf of Jonathan and myself as well as all of the people worldwide whose lives will be touched by “STILL,” we want to sincerely thank Kristyn, the Board of Directors and all those who support OC Walk to Remember for believing in this film.”
On June 9th, STILL Project celebrated its 1st Birthday with the infant loss community! If you missed it, you’ll want to watch this special Google + Hangout! Now, let’s continue to break the silence!
We’re Hiring: Executive Director Position
Job Description
Responsible to: Board of Directors
Function: Serves as the Executive Director of the organization with responsibilities and duties as listed in this job description and as assigned by the Board of Directors.
Overall Responsibilities:
Program Development and Management: develop, implement and supervise programs and services that are consistent with the organization’s mission.
Strategic Planning: develop yearly goals and work to successfully implement them.
Fund Development and Fiscal Management: together with the Board of Directors and Treasurer, develop and manage the fundraising and financial strategies of the organization; develop an annual budget for approval by the Board; oversee the management of all funds, including grant opportunities, consistent with the organization’s accounting system.
Staff and Volunteer Leadership and Management: motivate and develop the Leadership Team; work with volunteers; work with related staff and volunteers throughout the year: Event Director, CFO, Webmaster, Operations Director, Community Education Director all directly report to Executive Director.
Technology/Social Media: develop social media strategies.
Community Relations: develop effective working relationships within the community, most specifically the medical community: hospital staff, doctors, nurses, therapists, social workers, etc. to ensure that the mission of the organization is fulfilled; be a support for families seeking help after the loss of a baby or babies.
Donor Relationships: foster and maintain healthy relationships with major donors and prospective donors.
Events: initiate, implement and supervise yearly OCWTR event (3,000 + participants), as well as 2-4 other events throughout the year.
Minimum Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree
Experience working in a nonprofit organization and other management position
Strong record in fundraising
Employment Type: Part Time
Salary: Please contact us for compensation specifics
For Any Questions and Salary Information, Please Email or Call 800-714-9320