VOICES Seeking Advocate Volunteers

Would you like to advocate for survivors of sexual assault and abuse? If so, VOICES of Stephenson County has a volunteer opportunity available for you.

VOICES is starting a volunteer training class for sexual assault services advocates on Aug. 15. The free class is comprised of 16 hours of self-study and 24 hours of in-person classes. Advocates are certified in a 40-hour Sexual Assault Crisis Intervention Training curriculum.

“Our sexual assault services advocates play an essential role at VOICES,” said Beth Maskell, VOICES of Stephenson County executive director. “They often are the first per...