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Asha Kadir on Building a Safer, Supportive Community at Pace University
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Meet Dr. Asha Kadir, Pace’s Interpersonal Violence Prevention Specialist at the Pleasantville Campus. From resilience-building workshops to new collaborations, Dr. Kadir shares her plans for Fall 2024 and offers advice on creating a safer campus community. Learn more in her full Q&A!
Asha M. Kadir, PhD, is the Interpersonal Violence Prevention and Education Specialist at Pace University’s Pleasantville Campus and holds a PhD in mental health counseling from Pace University. Before her current role, Dr. Kadir earned an MS in clinical mental health counseling from Lynn University, where she co-authored the workbook Finding Your OASES: Strategies for Coping with Stress and Developing a Resilient Identity. This work continues to inform her practice as she integrates resilience-building techniques into her support for students. Dr. Kadir's approach is firmly rooted in evidence-based practice, a cornerstone of her efforts in sexual violence prevention and education. Her unwavering commitment to research-driven methodologies underpins her dedication to fostering a supportive and resilient environment for Pace University students, ensuring the highest quality of care and support.
What are you most excited about for the Fall 2024 semester?
Over the summer, our office strengthened its connections with various on-campus departments. I'm very excited about the upcoming collaborations and wonderful events we have yet to plan and successfully execute this academic year. The new workshop approach, implemented with UNV 101, allows all students to learn about our services, consent, and healthy relationships, which makes me enthusiastic and optimistic about the increased impact.
Are there ways that students, staff, and faculty can get involved with Office of Sexual and Interpersonal Wellness (OSIW) on the Pleasantville Campus?
The Pace Community can get involved in multiple ways. Sign up for one of our workshops or contact us for partnerships and collaborations. We are always open to attending events, so please feel free to reach out!
What is one piece of advice you'd like to offer as the semester begins?
Creating a campus free of interpersonal violence requires the involvement of many people and is a collaborative effort. I suggest using your voice and showing your support. We all have a part to play in preventing violence and supporting survivors. This can involve speaking out when we witness it, reevaluating how we handle consent in our relationships, and educating ourselves with knowledge and resources to support and empower survivors.
Are there upcoming OSIW events and programs?
We are organizing and planning events for Domestic Violence Awareness Month. This fall, watch for these and many more upcoming programs. The best way to stay updated is through our Instagram page, @osiwplv.
Learn more about Pace’s Division of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.
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Ashleigh Andersen, LCSW, Advocates for Healthy Relationships at Pace
Meet Ashleigh Andersen, LCSW, Pace’s Interpersonal Violence Prevention Specialist! She’s bringing new consent and Title IX education to UNV 101 this fall. Want to learn more? Check out the full Q+A for her insights and upcoming events!
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Ashleigh Andersen, LCSW, is the Interpersonal Violence Prevention and Education Specialist at Pace University. Prior to this role, she worked as the Relationship Abuse Prevention Program Coordinator at Day One, the Intervention Coordinator at the NYC Alliance Against Sexual Assault, and as a case manager at a domestic violence shelter. She received her Master of Social Work from Hunter College’s Silberman School of Social Work in 2017 and a BA in Political Science from Pace University in 2013. She has used her knowledge and experience working with survivors of sexual harm and intimate partner violence to develop a strengths-based, anti-oppression, and intersectional approach that continues to inform her prevention and intervention advocacy.
What are you most excited about for the Fall 2024 semester?
I am most excited to see the implementation of the new mandatory consent, healthy relationship, and Title IX content being incorporated into UNV 101 in partnership with Office of Sexual and Interpersonal Wellness (OSIW) and Title IX.
Are there ways that students, staff, and faculty can get involved with OSIW on the NYC Campus?
The best way for the Pace Community to get involved with OSIW on the NYC Campus is by scheduling a workshop, partnering with us on an event, or reaching out directly for individual support and resources.
What is one piece of advice you'd like to offer as the semester begins?
One piece of advice I would give is that as you all enter this new semester, focus on cultivating relationships that are based on mutual respect, trust, and clear communication. Recognize the signs of healthy and unhealthy dynamics in relationships, and don’t hesitate to seek help from OSIW and other on-campus supports if something feels off. Remember, your time at college is not just about academics; it's about personal growth, building connections, and learning how to thrive in a community. Take full advantage of the resources and support available to you!
Are there upcoming OSIW events and programs?
Stay tuned for upcoming events in October for Domestic Violence Awareness Month, and I also hope to see many of you in October during your UNV 101 workshops!
Learn more about Pace’s Division of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.
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Power & Politics: Harris-Trump First Debate Preview
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Pace University’s Dyson Professor George Picoulas was front-and-center in the media for his expert commentary on the historic 2024 Presidential Debate. He was featured on News 12’s Power & Politics providing a preview of the first debate, offering insights on what each candidate needed to accomplish in the debate.
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