User:KatieNorris

My name is Katherine Norris and I am a senior at Eastern Connecticut State University. I am interested in pursuing the field of psychology, social work, and advocating for children rights. To help obtain my degree is psychology I am enrolled in an internship with a child advocacy center called Wendy's Place.

Wendy's Place is a multidisciplinary partnership of professionals established for the investigation of allegations of child abuse, and to ensure the coordination of services for children and their families. Wendy’s Place strives to reduce the trauma of the investigation process by offering a safe, child-friendly environment where videotaped interviews of children are conducted. The interviews are conducted by specially trained individuals, using a culturally sensitive model. An advocate is available to provide information and support to the non-offending parents or guardians while the interview is taking place.

In addition to the many services provided directly or through referrals, Wendy's Place is also an advocate for the Connecticut Children's Alliance which aims to provide hope and a voice to abused children. This page will go into greater depths about the mission, vision, and what the Connecticut Children's Alliance does. In addition information about child abuse, and CT member centers and teams will be discussed.