https://bigweck.com/podcasts/in-our-community-with-penny-wolfgang?play_file=129945
Domestic Violence Advocacy
Fall Semester, 2022
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9/21 Niagara University Dr. Dana Radatz Intimate Partner Violence
9/27 University at Buffalo School of Law – Family Violence/Women’s Rights Clinic
10/18-19 Hobart & William Smith Colleges Dr. Jim Sutton President’s Reception, Evening Lecture & Deviance Class
10/27 Haven House Webinar via Zoom
11/1 Official Release of “Finding Krissy” & Reception
11/9 University at Buffalo School of Social Work Dr. Rob Keefe Human Behavior Class
11/10 Twentieth Century Club of Buffalo
11/22 University at Buffalo School of Social Work Dr. Noelle St. Vil Human Behavior Class
11/25 Niagara County Law Enforcement Academy
11/30 University at Buffalo School of Social Work Dr. Chris St. Vil Human Behavior Class
12/21 “On Target with Penny Wolfgang” WGR550 Talk
On Target with Penny Wolfgang
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In Honor of Domestic Violence Awareness Month
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New Book Release
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That’s where we find Krissy, in this much anticipated sequel to Leaving Dorian; having survived one full day outside of Dorian’s grasp, wondering what comes next. The journey that follows spans twenty years. A second marriage becomes the mechanism through which Krissy attempts to navigate her trauma and repair her forever broken heart. Being forced to manage an abusive ex-husband who quickly learns to weaponize law enforcement, the family court system and even his own children, only compounds the undiagnosed CPTSD that weighs so heavily on her narrow shoulders for more than a decade. And while the duty of motherhood shapes nearly every aspect of her life, the need to reach out to women who have also suffered at the hands of men who claim to love them eventually becomes a catalyst of change.
Finding Krissy: A Memoir of Survival is all at once eloquent, fierce and heart-breaking. More than just ‘the rest of the story’, Finding Krissy is Linda Dynel’s impassioned plea: “For anyone who’s ever given their power away – reclaim yourself”.
Fall Semester 2021
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September 3/October 5 – University at Buffalo School of Law, with Professor Judith Olin
October 7 – Niagara University, with Dr. Dana Radatz – Domestic Violence class
October 19 – Finding Our Voices Book Club, with Patrisha McClean
November 9 – University at Buffalo School of Social Work, with Dr. Rob Keefe – Human Behavior class
November 23 – UB School of Social Work, Drs. Noelle & Chris St. Vil – Human Behavior
December 8 – Featured in Niagara Falls, NY Zonta “16 Days of Activism” Campaign
December 13 – Wilson High School, After School Dating Violence Prevention Program
December 21 – Niagara County Law Enforcement Academy, Niagara County Community College
It’s Time: Remove O.J. From The Wall of Fame
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“A state lawmaker from South Buffalo is calling on Terry and Kim Pegula to remove the name of O.J. Simpson from the Wall of Fame at Highmark Stadium. In a letter to the Pegulas, Assemblyman Patrick Burke said Simpson’s character disqualifies him from the right to be recognized alongside the likes of former player Bob Kalsu, who was killed in action in the Vietnam War, and The 12th Man, the affectionate name given to honor the team’s loyal fan base.” Read the article in it’s entirety:
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Thrilled to announce that https://findingourvoices.net has chosen Leaving Dorian as their October Book Club selection! The virtual club meeting will be held on Tuesday, October 19 at 6pm over Zoom. All are welcome – Sign up at http://www.bookclubz.com
I *love* doing discussion groups and cannot wait to take part in this virtual chat. All are welcome! You can purchase copies of Leaving Dorian (paperback and ebook) at http://www.amazon.com/author/lindadynel
My public appearances have been extremely limited over the past eighteen months due to COVID, so if you’ve read Leaving Dorian and have always wanted to *Meet the Author* or ask a question, this is a great opportunity to connect “in person”!
Fall Semester 2020
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I’m not sure how it’s possible, but I think I worked *more* during this weird, COVID-laden, socially-distanced semester than I ever have before – and not just in front of audiences! Once my loved ones finally convinced me that I did – in fact – need to purchase a ring light, I had to figure out how to use it 
I also FINALLY understand how to unmute myself *and* how to “Join Video” 😉 I also started on the second draft of the sequel to Leaving Dorian , re-dedicated my novel, Sunrise and the Seven One Six , walked a socially-distanced 5K and joined yet another social media platform 🙂 Last, but certainly not least, I was happy to be reminded that a local women’s shelter (PASSAGE in Niagara County) requires all of their interns to read Leaving Dorian as a part of their training.
This was also my first semester back since trudging through some very serious life changes. Though I’ve never been happier {my life – wholly and completely – has never felt so “right”} even good stress is stress! As it turned out, I shouldn’t have given it a second thought; I’m giving this semester a 10/10: Highly Recommend 🙂
August 26 – Erie County Domestic Violence High Risk Team – Buffalo PD
28 – ECDVHRT – Horizon Health Services
September 8 – Niagara University – Niagara County Law Enforcement Academy – 74th class
15 – University at Buffalo School of Law – Family Violence Women’s Law Clinic
16 – Niagara University – Dr. Dana Radatz 590 Domestic Violence class
23 – ECDVHRT – BPD Police & Parole
24 – University at Buffalo School of Law – Dr. Michael Boucai – Family Law class
October – 14 – University at Buffalo Gender Institute Gender Matters podcast
16 – ECDVHRT – Legal Aid Bureau
21 – Trocaire College – Dating Violence Presentation for Community Coordination Response Team
22 – ECHRT (x2!)
29 – Speaker Series, It Takes A Community: A Survivor’s Story for Haven House/Erie County CFS
30 – ECDVHRT
November – 16 – University at Buffalo School of Law podcast
24 – University at Buffalo – Dr. Rob Keefe, Human Behavior class
December – Hamburg Middle & High Schools, Dating Violence Awareness Presentations
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