CDVSA is recruiting for no new Public Board members currently
Upon vacancy, this position will be for a general public member.
A person who receives compensation from or is an employee of the State of Alaska or a domestic violence, sexual assault, or crisis intervention or prevention program may not be appointed as a public member of the council.
(AS 18.66.020 (c)
Once a position opens, if you are interested you can apply to Boards and Commissions at:
Apply for a Board Appointment - Mike Dunleavy (alaska.gov).
_______________________CDVSA Welcomes new Board Members
Ryan Bird
Mr. Bird was appointed to one of our open Public Member Seats. Ryan is coming to us after a 20 year career on the Coast Guard which included working as a victim's advocate for the military. While stationed in San Antonio, he also spent time volunteering as a hospital advocate at the sexual assault crisis center there. Now in Alaska, Ryan is working as a middle school teacher in Anchorage. We are excited to have Ryan join the CDVSA team.
Valerie Chadwick
Valerie Chadwick currently serves as a Senior Consultant: Victim Services Programs Specialist at Booz Allen providing training and technical support. Her experience in social services spans a career of thirty-three years where she's been an instrumental contributor in the development of programs that are trauma informed and embrace the utilization of protective factors that are engrained in the strong history of vibrant cultures across Alaska. Valerie has held seats on various boards including the MMIP Council where she served as the Chairperson as well as having served on the Anchorage Women's Commission, City Council in Marshall and various sub-committees focused on community wellness, education, health and safety. We are excited to have Valerie join the CDVSA team.
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