Life YOUniversity. Inside this issue: Volume 7, Issue 6

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1 Life YOUniversity Quality personal and family life skills education for the military community. New Stalking Law: UCMJ Article 120 By: David H. Conroy, Attorney, Office of the Staff Judge Advocate, MDW As you leave work late on a Friday night, you notice a heavy-set man sitting in the car next to yours in the darkened parking lot. You recognize him as a Soldier. He simply stares at you as you drive away, and you recall he is the same man you saw in past weeks sitting in his car outside your house leering at you while you did lawn work. As the weeks pass, he seems to be following you. As a young female soldier, you are scared. Can anything be done to stop and/or punish his behavior? Yes. Under the military s new Stalking law, the person can be court-martialed under Article 120a of the Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ). The new law makes stalking a crime if the offender engages in a course of conduct directed at a specific person, if such conduct would cause a reasonable person to fear bodily harm or sexual assault. Such course of conduct includes repeated maintenance of visual or physical proximity to the victim. Even if the offender merely causes himself/herself to be in the proximity of the victim on two or more occasions, he/she can potentially be charged with stalking. The key elements are met if the offender has knowledge that his/her actions will cause fear in the victim, a reasonable person would be afraid, and if the particular victim is truly afraid. Why the new law? This updated UCMJ offense brings the military in line with civilian stalking laws. In recent years, many celebrities have been stalked, including Sharon Stone, Meg Ryan, Brad Pitt, Catherine Zeta-Jones, Steven Spielberg, Gwyneth Paltrow, Richard Gere, and Katie Holmes. Military members are also at risk. Recent Department of Justice studies show that 1 out of 12 women will be stalked during their lifetime. Statistics indicate that 78% of past stalking victims were women, and 77% of them knew their stalkers. Article: Volume 7, Issue 6 August / September 2007 All classes require early registration unless otherwise indicated. Registration information is included with each class description. Most classes are open to all Service members, their family members, and DoD civilians. Inside this issue: New Stalking Law: UCMJ Article 120 Parenting Home, Marriage & Money Management Employment Readiness Pentagon (JMAC) Support Groups Army Family Team Building (AFTB) Along with the new stalking law, UCMJ Article 120 has been completely overhauled, with numerous sexual offenses now falling under Article 120, which used to deal only with rape and carnal knowledge. For example starting on October 1, 2007, there will be a new crime of Wrongful Sexual Contact, which will punish those who intentionally touch, either directly or indirectly through the clothing, the genitalia, groin, breast, inner thigh or buttocks of another. Such touching is a crime if it is done with the intent to abuse, humiliate, degrade, or to arouse sexual desire. Additionally, starting on October 1, 2007, the crime of Rape will include not only acts done by force, but also acts facilitated by administering a drug substance impairing the victim s ability to control his/her conduct. Such a substance includes the commonly known date-rape drug. For information on any new laws or existing sexual offense laws, contact the Military Justice Division of your base or post legal office. Military District of Washington (703) For general or disabled access, more information, and registration, please contact the individual program number listed with the class ad. To advertise your program, event or class in this bulletin, contact: Karen St. Pierre (703) Karen.Stpierre1@us.army.mil

2 PARENTING Andrews Air Force Base, Maryland Dads 101 Date(s): Last Tuesday of every month Time: 8:00 a.m. 4:00 p.m. Location: Chapel # 3, near base theater, Andrews Air Force Base POC: Taught by Dads To register, call (240) /7501. A class taught by dads for dads to include topics on pregnancy, coaching during childbirth, relationships, parenting issues and fatherhood. All ranks and branches welcome! Infant And Toddler University Date(s): Every Tuesday Time: Infants 9:30 10:25 a.m. and Toddlers 10:30 11:30 a.m. Location: Youth Center, Andrews Air Force Base POC: Ms. Joyce Cravin, & Ms. Kadija Raddar To register, call (240) Playgroups for children ages 3 months to 36 months. All are welcome, retirees, active duty and even grandparents! Playgroup is free. Fort Myer, Virginia Developmental Play Date(s): NO CLASSES IN AUGUST Classes resume every Wednesday beginning September 5th Time: 9:30 11:30 a.m. Location: Memorial Chapel Nursery, Fort Myer Group Leader: Family Advocacy Educator To register, call (703) Activities for parents and children ages 1-5 which focus on cognitive, physical and social skills through imaginative play, art, story telling and music. This interactive setting also helps develop parent/child bonding and parental support. Registration is required. Budgeting for Baby & Baby Bundles Date(s): September 7, 2007 Time: 1:00 4:00 p.m. Instructor: Ms. Alanah Lavinier & Family Advocacy Educator New and expectant parents will learn to prepare themselves and their finances for the responsibilities of parenthood. The layette program is sponsored by Army Officer s Wives Club of the Greater Washington Area (AOWCGWA). Bundles for Babies Date(s): September 18, 2007 Time: 12:30 3:30 p.m. Location: Military Personnel Flight, 1414 Arnold Avenue, Andrews AFB POC: Ms. Pamela Naylor To register, call (301) A 3 hour workshop for expecting parents, and parents of infants less than 6 months old. Special topics include Baby s Financial Future, Special Care for Baby, Nutrition for Mom and Baby, plus a car-seat safety video. Bolling Air Force Base, DC Dr. Dad Date(s): Last Tuesday of every month Time: 8:00 a.m. 4:30 p.m. Location: Chapel, Bolling Air Force Base POC: TSgt Wilson & TSgt Madison, MSgt St. Fort To register, call (202) or (202) This course is taught by men for men regarding infant care, safety, health and injury. RESPITE CARE AVAILABLE Tricare and Other Benefits for Military Parents of Children with AUTISM & Other Cognitive Disabilities Date(s): August 8, 2007 Time: 6:30 9:30 p.m. Location: AFTB Classroom, Bldg 1153 Gunston Road, Ft. Belvoir Guest Speaker: LTC Scott Campbell To register, call (703) Parents will learn about medical benefits and safety issues for their autistic children and network with other families. Guest speaker is a parent of an autistic child and executive director of Parents of Autistic Children of Northern Virginia. Reservations are required for on-site childcare, food, beverages and class slots. If childcare reservations are not cancelled by August 7th, the parent may be responsible for the payment. Rights & Responsibilities Need information about your rights and responsibilities concerning disabilities? Active Soldiers with either spouses or children with specific special needs criteria may now be eligible for up to 40 hours per month of free respite care per each eligible exceptional family member. Respite care allows the military Family a temporary break from the daily care of special needs Family members. Eligibility for respite care funding is based on certain criteria. For criteria details and more information contact Marcia O Connor, Fort Myer Military Community s Army Community Service EFMP Manager at (703) Contact Your Exceptional Family Member Program Manager Fort Myer.. (703) Fort Belvoir. (703) Fort Meade..(301) WRAMC... (202)

3 HOME, MARRIAGE & MONEY MANAGEMENT Fort Belvoir, Virginia English as a Second Language Class (ESL) Date(s): Classes will resume after Labor Day Time: TBD Location: Army Community Service, Bldg 210, Fort Belvoir POC: Ms. Dene Jackson For information, call (703) Registration is required. Please call. US Citizenship Date(s): Classes will resume after Labor Day Time: TBD Location: Army Community Service, Bldg 210, Fort Belvoir POC: Ms. Dene Jackson To register, call (703) This class is for students preparing to take the citizenship examination. Registration is required. Please call. First Termers Mandatory Money Management Date(s): August 15, 2007 Time: 8:00 a.m. 4:00 p.m. Location: Army Community Service Classroom, Bldg 210, Fort Belvoir Instructor: Ms. Alanah Lavinier To register, call (703) /2606. This class is mandatory for first term enlisted soldiers. The workshop covers the basics of personal financial management. Fort Myer, Virginia Personal Financial Readiness Date(s): August 1, 2007 Instructor: Mr. Terry Beltz Learn all the ABC s of getting your finances under control and becoming financially self sufficient! Debt Liquidation & Credit Management Date(s): August 7, 2007 Time: 11:30 a.m. 1:30 p.m. Location: Army Community Service, Room 14, Bldg. 201, Fort Myer Instructor: Mr. David Hobbs This informative workshop covers ways to eliminate debt and keep your credit in check. Overseas Levy Brief Date(s): August 8, 22, & September 5, 19, 2007 Time: 9:00 10:00 a.m. Location: Bldg 202, Fort Myer Instructor: ACS, PSC, Security Officer For more information, call (703) /0009/0010. This brief provides resources for those traveling overseas. Savings and Investments Date(s): August 9, 2007 Location: Army Community Service Classroom, Bldg 201, Fort Myer Instructor: Mr. Tony Pao This class covers the importance of savings and investing your money for a financially secure future. Credit Booster: Understanding Your Credit Score Date(s): August 16, 2007 Location: Army Community Service Classroom, Bldg 201, Fort Myer Instructor: Mr. Jeff Thomas Find out everything you need to know about your credit score, what it means, and how it affects you. Sponsorship Date(s): August 21, & September 27, 2007 Time: 9:00 10:00 a.m. Instructor: Ms. Dene Jackson This train the trainer session is to help sponsors provide new arriving personnel with a personal contact to provide information and resources. Credit Booster: Secrets of Using Credit Date(s): August 23, 2007 Location: Army Community Service, Room 14, Bldg 201, Fort Myer Instructor: Mr. David Hobbs This insightful session uncovers the secrets of successfully and intelligently using credit. Discover key points and methods of using credit and becoming a wise consumer. Smooth Move Date(s): August 28, & September 25, 2007 Time: 1:00 2:30 p.m. Location: Army Community Service, Room 14, Bldg. 201, Fort Myer Instructor: Mr. Leonard Toyer Get the latest information about ACS Relocation resources, the transition process, transportation information, travel pay & allowances, shipping household goods and budgeting for your move. SCHOOL PHYSICALS Daily slots reserved through August 31st ANDREW RADER CLINIC, FORT MYER Call Today for an Appointment (703) School Forms May Be Downloaded At:

4 HOME, MARRIAGE & MONEY MANAGEMENT (CONTINUED) Developing Your Spending Plan / Budgeting Date(s): September 6, 2007 Instructor: Ms. Alanah Lavinier Workshop gives all the necessary tools in creating your personal budget plan. By the end of the workshop you should have your own personalized plan. Budgeting for Baby & Baby Bundles Date(s): September 7, 2007 Time: 1:00 4:00 p.m. Location: Army Community Service, Room 14, Bldg 201, Fort Myer Instructor: Ms. Alanah Lavinier & Family Advocacy Educator New and expectant parents will learn to prepare themselves and their finances for the responsibilities of parenthood. The layette program is sponsored by Army Officer s Wives Club of the Greater Washington Area (AOWCGWA). Credit Booster: Your Credit Rights & Responsibilities Date(s): September 10, 2007 Instructor: Mr. Terry Beltz Topics discussed during this seminar will be your rights as a credit holder, your responsibilities in obtaining and maintaining credit, and being a smart consumer. First Termers Mandatory Money Management Date(s): September 11, 2007 Time: 8:00 a.m. 4:00 p.m. Location: Center for Substance Abuse Prevention, Room 117, Bldg 230, Fort Myer Instructor: Ms. Alanah Lavinier This class is mandatory for first term enlisted soldiers. The workshop covers the basics of personal financial management. Everything You Need to Know About Insurance Date(s): September 20, 2007 Time: 11:00 a.m. 1:00 p.m. Instructor: Mr. Tony Pao This class covers what the different types of insurance are and what they can do for you. Banking & Financial Services Date(s): September 26, 2007 Instructor: Mr. Tony Pao This class gives the insight from choosing a bank to particular services that they offer and how they benefit you. The New Parent Support Program is the Army s program for expectant parents, and parents of newborns and young children under the age of three. The program is designed to help support the needs of Army families and to assist them in coping with the demands of parenthood. For more information call (703)

5 EMPLOYMENT READINESS Fort Meade, Maryland Resume Writing Date(s): August 21, & September 11, 2007 Time: 9:00 a.m. 12:00 p.m. Location: 830 Chisholm Avenue, Fort Meade Instructor: Ms. Phyllis Wheeler To register, call (301) This workshop, ideal for first time resume writers, but with something for everyone, will provide tips on winning resume styles, the importance of cover letters and tips on following up on your resume. Call to register and confirm classroom location. Federal Employment: 10 Steps to a Federal Job Date(s): September 5, 2007 Time: 1:00 4:00 p.m. Location: 830 Chisholm Avenue, Fort Meade Instructor: Ms. Phyllis Wheeler To register, call (301) Learn about understanding job vacancy announcements, writing your Federal and Electronic Resumes, tracking your applications, writing KSA s (knowledge, skill and ability) statements and more. Call to register and confirm classroom location. Job Search Strategies Date(s): September 25, 2007 Time: 9:00 a.m. 12:00 p.m. Location: 830 Chisholm Avenue, Fort Meade Instructor: Ms. Phyllis Wheeler To register, call (301) In this workshop learn techniques to help you succeed in your job search, as well as the tools needed for networking and negotiating job offers. Includes sections on dress for success and how to work a job fair. Fort Meade MWR Community Job Fair Date(s): September 26, 2007 Time: 10:00 a.m. 3:00 p.m. Location: Club Meade, 6600 Mapes Road, Fort Meade Instructor: Mr. Jerome Duncan For more information, call (410) Meet with over 60 different employers! Dress for success and bring copies of your resume. Open to all job seekers. Those without DoD ID cards must enter the installation at the Reece Road Gate off MD Route #175 and have in their possession a valid picture drivers license, current vehicle registration, and proof of vehicle insurance. PENTAGON (JMAC) Joint Military Assistance Center (JMAC) The satellite one stop information and referral office provides resources for housing, relocation services, employment, financial assistance and family advocacy. It is located in the Pentagon, room 2D173 near the Dry Cleaners. All military personnel are serviced. A Headstart to Germany A Headstart to Korea Class Iraq Customs & Culture Japan A Relocation Workshop Paying for College (August 21st) 5

6 SUPPORT GROUPS Andrews Air Force Base Heart Link Spouse Orientation Program Date(s): August 14, 2007 Time: 8:00 a.m. 2:00 p.m. Location: Military Personnel Flight, 1414 Arnold Ave, Andrews AFB Instructor: Ms. Pamela Naylor To register, call (301) This program offers a fun way to learn about the Andrews mission, Air Force customs and traditions, finance, legal, health and wellness, life skills, services, spiritual and emotional well being, and supporting base agencies. Fort Belvoir, Virginia International Spouses Support Group Date(s): Call for dates Time: TBD Location: Army Community Service, Bldg 210, Fort Belvoir POC: Ms. Dene Jackson To register, call (703) Assists military foreign born spouses with multicultural issues, support and understanding American culture. Fort Myer, Virginia Parents Helping Parents (PHP) Date(s): August 14, & September 25, 2007 Time: Varies* - Call for confirmation and details Location: Varies* - Call for confirmation and details Instructor: Ms. Dannielle Semilla To register, call (703) PHP is an active group of parents who come together monthly to network with other parents while spending quality time with their children attending exciting and fun events and outings. This support group offers information, helpful tips, local resources and problem solving suggestions from the group participants. Our facilitator also provides referrals and information on other services available to parents. Activities vary every month. Why not come join us and be a PHP! *Tentative Schedule August 14 2:30 4:00 p.m. The Community Club Pool Fort Myer, VA September s Event In the Planning Stages Call for details and updates. ARMY FAMILY TEAMBUILDING Fort Belvoir & Fort Myer Virginia AFTB - Level I Date(s): August 14-16, 2007 Time: 5:30 9:00 p.m. Location: AFTB Classroom, Bldg 1153 Gunston Road, Ft. Belvoir POC: AFTB Instructors To register, call (703) This class covers 10 topics to help navigate the Army life such as Army acronyms, chain of command, entitlements, benefits and more. Family Readiness Group Roundtable Date(s): September 13, 2007 Time: 9:15 a.m. 3:00 p.m. Location: AFTB Classroom, Bldg 1153 Gunston Road, Ft. Belvoir POC: Ms. Carol Janer To register, call (703) Monthly meeting for all family readiness group leaders. This month we will review the basic structure of Family Readiness Groups, discover what the FRG is and is not, learn about resources to assist FRGs, and discuss the benefits of an effective FRG. This class is open to everyone, not just FRG leaders. AFTB Level II Date(s): September 17-20, 2007 Time: 9:15 a.m. 3:00 p.m. Location: AFTB Classroom, Bldg 1153 Gunston Road, Ft. Belvoir POC: AFTB Instructors To register, call (703) Level II presents leadership, effective problem solving, and networking with community agencies. Free childcare available to students who register for classes no later than September 7, Military HOMEFRONT REPLACE SITES Military Homefront replaced the Standard Installation Topic Exchange Service (SITES) as the new official Department of Defense website providing reliable resources and information designed to help troops and their families, service providers and civilian partners. The website provides an array of information including military and civilian resources for those wanting to better understand military lifestyle. The website is Click on military community directory, look up the installation, and click on search. Select the installation overview and print booklet. Select your topics of services. The site can personalize your move by using the Plan My Move (top left menu). Register using your AKO and password. You can immediately start using the personal planning calendar. Select additional topics such as, travel and arrival checklist, documents to hand carry, and important telephone numbers. Any questions, please contact the Relocation Readiness Assistance Program at (703) or DSN