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On October 29, the Oklahoma Department of Human Services (OKDHS) will host Jacqueline Steyn, Chief Programs and Compliance Officer of YWCA Oklahoma City, to deliver “Domestic Violence: The Hidden Epidemic” as part of its Practice and Policy Lecture Series. Ms. Steyn has served at her current position with the YWCA for ten years, aiding victims and families affected by domestic violence.
Ms. Steyn has practiced as a mental health professional for over 25 years. She serves on a variety of statewide committees dedicated to reducing domestic violence and trauma in Oklahoma, including the Oklahoma Coalition Against Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault. In 2012, Ms. Steyn was awarded the Attorney General’s Distinguished Service Award in recognition for her work. She has also received the Interagency Task Force Award for Child Abuse Prevention and the Liberty Bell Award from the Oklahoma County Bar Association.
The lecture will be from noon to 1pm at the Oklahoma History Center (800 Nazih Zuhdi Drive, Oklahoma City, Ok 73105) and is free and open to the public. Attendees can pre-register here. For more information, contact the OKDHS Office of Planning, Research and Statistics at 405-521-3552. View the complete lecture series lineup here. Attendees will receive 10% off purchases at the Winnie Mae Cafe; OKDHS requests that attendees arrive early or call in orders ahead of time (405 522-2321) if they plan to purchase lunch.
