Learn the signs, how to combat domestic abuse at Zonta presentation

Submitted by Zonta Club

The Zonta Club of St. Charles-Geneva-Batavia will present “Breaking the Silence on Domestic Abuse” from 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday, March 6, at the Geneva History Center, 113 S. Third St., Geneva. There is no charge for this event. All are welcome. Refreshments will be served.

A professional panel including Judge Marmarie Kostelny of the 16th Judicial Court of Kane, Kendall and DeKalb counties; Jim Kintz, former police officer and member of the 16th Judicial Family Violence Council; Sgt. Branden Gentry of the Kane County Sheriff’s Office Patrol Division; Jamie Mosser, Domestic Violence Unit chairwoman for the state’s attorney’s office; Michelle Meyer, executive director of Mutual Ground in Aurora; and Gretchen Vapner, executive director of the Community Crisis Center in Elgin.

These individuals will speak to the public about the signs of domestic abuse, the legal process for prosecuting abusers, community services available to victims and the importance of advocacy, intervention and compassion in striving to eradicate this heinous crime.

The Zonta Club of St. Charles-Geneva-Batavia, a local chapter of Zonta International, is comprised of professional women who strive to advance the educational, economic, health, legal, political and professional status of women. This is accomplished through three primary activities: an educational scholarship program, service grants, and service projects. The Zonta club and Zonta International are dedicated to, among other things, promoting justice and universal respect for human rights and fundamental freedoms. Domestic violence is rampant in the United States and overseas. Zonta is committed to working with local partners to stop the violence in our neighboring bedrooms and backyards.

For information, contact Christie Plotzke at (847) 931-2292 or visit zontawest-sgb.org.