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4 the Children 4 the Children, a non-profit organization based in Durango, is looking for dedicated community volunteers to assist with its mission: to support children in Southwest Colorado who have experienced abuse, neglect, and family-related trauma, and to protect childhood today for stronger families tomorrow. Volunteers are needed in two program areas at 4 the Children. Volunteers in the Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) program advocate through the family court for the best interests of abused and neglected children. CASA volunteers advocate for safe and permanent homes and serve as the voice of a child or sibling group in the court system. These volunteers build positive relationships with their assigned children, respect the confidentiality of the court process, and assist family court judges in making informed decisions about the children. CASA volunteers are needed now for children in La Plata County and Montezuma County. Volunteers in the Supervised Exchange and Parenting Time (SEPT) program assist in providing a nurturing and safe environment for children and parents to do supervised visitation or exchanges. SEPT volunteers supervise parenting time and provide a safe place for children and their non-custodial parent to visit. Through safe exchanges, SEPT volunteers provide a safe place for children to transition between parents and homes to reduce high-conflict interactions. Supervised visits and exchanges occur at the 4 The Children office in Durango. If you are interested in volunteering, making a donation, or just learning more, please visit our website at 4thechild.org or call us at (970) 259-0310.

Project RUN Leadership Training October 15 thru November 19th | Wednesdays | 3:00 - 5:00 | Hybrid (in-person & online) Free career training for leaders at any level! Available in Ignacio, Pagosa Springs, and Durango. It’s designed for anyone ready to strengthen their management skills, re-enter the workforce, or take on new responsibilities. Learn more at Projectrunco.work Louise Snodgrass, louise@yeslpc.com

The American Indian Boarding School Research Project at History Colorado invites survivors, descendants, and families with connections to Federal Indian Boarding Schools to Community Listening Sessions in Durango. Join us Thursday, October 23 at Fort Lewis College and Monday, November 17 at the La Plata County Fairgrounds. Share your story, your family’s experience, and your recommendations for remembering and healing. A community meal will be provided. Visit h-co dot org slash listening dash sessions to learn more and RSVP.

Emergency Warming Center Volunteers The Emergency Warming Center can only open this winter if we have enough volunteers. Please consider coming to the volunteer orientation on Saturday, November 15th from 2-4 PM OR on Thursday, November 20 from 6-8 PM at Sacred Heart Catholic Church Parish Hall (254 E. 5th Ave) corner of 3rd Street. Orientation is required to be a volunteer. For more information please call Mike at 304-290-4331. If you cannot attend either of those orientations please contact us at Neighbors In Need Alliance (NINA) email: ninalliance62@gmail.com. VOLUNTEERS ESSENTIAL THIS WINTER. NINA is a 501(c)3 dedicated to providing a safe place to sleep for those in need in LaPlata County. Website: ninadurango.org

Fort Lewis Gaming Society Meetings Description: A place for gamers to come destress and hang out with people that share their interests. During the event people are welcome to bring what they use for gaming or join others. -Dates & Times: Nov 14th, Nov 21st, and Nov 28th. from 7-10pm. -Organization: Fort Lewis Gaming Society -https://fortlewis.campusgroups.com/feeds?type=club&type_id=35476&tab=about -https://www.instagram.com/flgsig/#

Boycott, Divestment, & Sanctions (BDS) 101 Workshop What can WE do about US sponsored genocide? Join us for Boycott, Divestment, Sanctions (BDS) 101 Workshop at the Durango Public Library from 10-12 a.m. on Saturday 11/15. Presented by Durango Palestine Solidarity Coalition. Light snacks will be shared. FREE Register: https://shorturl.at/5ZriV More info: durango-palestine-solidarity@riseup.net

Boycott, Divestment, & Sanctions (BDS) 101 Workshop What can WE do about US sponsored genocide? Join us for Boycott, Divestment, Sanctions (BDS) 101 Workshop at the Durango Public Library from 10-12 p.m. on Saturday 11/15. Presented by Durango Palestine Solidarity Coalition. Light snacks will be shared. FREE Register: https://shorturl.at/5ZriV More info: durango-palestine-solidarity@riseup.net