NSVRC Blogs by Melissa Powers

Melissa is a Librarian at the National Sexual Violence Resource Center and the Pennsylvania Coalition Against Rape. Melissa has experience working in youth corrections as a direct care staff and case manager. She also has experience working in the publishing field as a book buyer. Melissa holds a B.A. from Adams State University of Colorado, an M.S.L.S. in Library Science from Clarion University, and an M.P.S. in Instructional Design through Fort Hayes State University. She is an absolute book lover and enjoys spreading her love for books and the movement to others.

Celebrating Juneteenth with Resources of Richness

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Jun 16, 2022
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June 19, 1865 is a day that is held in high regards for this country, but more importantly for Black people who have come before, those in today’s society, and those who will come in the future. NSVRC/PCAR are proud to recognize Juneteenth with the knowledge that racism and anti-Black racism is the root cause of sexual violence. I encourage everyone to check out the blog PCAR/NSVRC are proud to honor Juneteenth to learn more.

Excellent Resources and Safe Spaces

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Apr 22, 2022
Melissa Powers
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The teal is out, the events have been planned, and the 2022 SAAM campaign is in full swing. With the theme of Building Safe Online Spaces Together, I wanted to highlight some fantastic resources that are held within the NSVRC/PCAR Library collection. My hope is that folks can potentially use these and our many other resources to enhance the campaigns that centers and organizations have worked tirelessly to execute.

The History of Strong Women

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Mar 15, 2022
Melissa Powers
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Children’s books, adult non-fiction, and film capture the essence of Women’s History Month.

Celebrating Courage, Strength, and Resilience

Black father and daughter reading a book together

Feb 15, 2022
Melissa Powers
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We highlight three adult books and three children’s books in celebration of Black History Month.

Tips for Searching the NSVRC & PCAR Libraries

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Jan 19, 2022
Melissa Powers
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Check out these tips and tools to help navigate our library collections.

Fill the Holidays With Books!

a happy child reads a book in the arms of a loved one (seemingly her mother). The adult is wearing a santa hat and they are sitting in front of the fire. Their faces are lighting up from a light beaming from the insight of the book.

Dec 20, 2021
Melissa Powers
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With holidays swiftly approaching, schools are about to let out and families may be spending a lot of time together under one roof. These days can hit like a whirlwind and be gone before we know it - or they could drag on with stress, anxiety, and boredom. Since the best thing we can give our kids is our time, I wanted to share a few children’s books held within the NSVRC/PCAR library that kids can read on their own or with caregivers or loved ones.

Native American Heritage Month: Celebrated through Book and Film