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3-D Peer Educators


What is 3-D Peer Educators?

STARs 3-D Peer Educators is a program that offers young men and women ages 14-17 the
opportunity to gain valuable skills to become effective educators and change agents in
their community. Members commit to develop and deliver programming targeted at
reducing relationship violence and promoting healthy relationship skills among youth in
Baton Rouge.

To accomplish this, 3-D Peer Educators are trained in various topics, including oppression,
gender identity, sexual trauma, and the cycle of violence to enhance their understanding
of relationship violence and its alternative, healthy relationships. Members have the
opportunity to build skills including leadership, facilitation, media literacy, bystander
intervention, outreach, team building, public speaking, and peer communication while
earning a stipend.

What would I do as a member of 3-D Peer Educators?

Responsibilities of members include:

Attending an introductory 24 hours of training in July 2014.
Attending mandatory monthly workshops one Saturday per month from 10am-3pm
during months September 2014 June 2015.
Planning and attending at least two social outings.
Conducting presentations for peers and adults on the topics of relationship violence,
sexual assault, and healthy relationship practices.
Participating in the development of other types of community education
programming.
Planning a relevant school or community action project to lead after completing
participation in 3-D.
Maintaining regular communication with STAR staff, including checking and
responding to emails.
Maintaining professional behavior when acting as a representative of 3-D.


OK, I want to apply, but who gets selected?

Unfortunately, we cannot choose everyone who applies. We will interview and select
students who:

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Are aged 14-17 (Students can start the year at 17 and turn 18, but must be at least 14
for work purposes).
Will commit to 100% attendance for all program requirements.
Are passionate about ending relationship violence and promoting healthy
relationships through community education.
Are willing to grow and develop skills to become effective educators.
Are willing to behave as role models for other youth.
Are open to learning new things and new ways of thinking, and able to respectfully
collaborate with a diverse group of individuals.

If I were hired, when and where would I need to be?

Training sessions will be held at the STAR office from 9:00am 5:00pm on:

Tuesday, July 22
nd

Wednesday, July 23
rd

Thursday, July 24
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In addition, monthly workshops will be held from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. on the second
Saturday of the month, unless otherwise noted (*). These dates include:

September 13
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October 11
th
November 8
th

December 13th
January 10
th

February 21
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*
March 14
th

April 18
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*
May 9
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June 13
th


It is mandatory that participants attend all sessions. Many of the sessions will be hosted at
STARs office, though some will be hosted at community sites throughout Baton Rouge.

STAR staff will send weekly email updates to 3-D members, mentors, and parents to keep
everyone informed about workshop and session details.


If I am selected, how much would I be paid?

Students may earn up to $500 in stipends during the program. Stipends will be paid in
November 2014 and June 2015.

Prospective 3-D peer educators will receive consideration without discrimination based on
race, creed, color, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, marital status, disability,
handicap, sexual orientation, citizenship status or any condition prescribed by state or
local law.

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Application: 3-D Peer Educators













Please answer every question completely, honestly, and as specifically as possible; feel
free to use a separate sheet of paper, if necessary.

1. Name: (first) ____________________ (MI) __________ (last) _________________________________
2. Birth Date: _____________ Age: ________ Email: __________________________________________
3. Home Telephone: (_____) _____________ Cell Telephone: (______) ________________________
4. Name of Parent or Guardian: _________________________________________________________
5. Telephone Number of Parent or Guardian: (_______) ___________________________________
6. Address: _________________________________________________________ Apt # _____________
7. City: _______________________________________ State: ________ Zip Code: _________________
8. School Name: ____________________________________________ Current Grade: ____________
9. Do you have any volunteer or work experience? ______
If Yes, Name of Business/Organization: _________________________________________________
Responsibilities: _______________________________________________________________________
Supervisors Name: ___________________________ Phone Number: (_____) _________________
Dates employed: From _____________ to_____________
Reason for leaving: ___________________________________________________________________

1. Carefully read all the information.
2. Only complete applications will be considered!
3. Answer all short-answer questions thoroughly, using complete sentences to explain and express
yourself. All writing must be legible.
4. Mail, fax, or email your application to STAR by MONDAY, JUNE 16th at 5pm.
5. Give the Recommendation form to a non-family adult who knows you well e.g. a teacher,
coach, mentor, guidance counselor, or school administrator. They can fax the form directly to
STAR, or, with their permission, you may send it on their behalf.
6. A STAR staff person will contact you within 5-7 business days to confirm that we have received
your application. After that, you will only be contacted if you are selected for an interview.

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10. Will you be able to find your own transportation to STAR or make a plan with staff members
to get to STAR? _______
11. Will you be available to attend an interview at STAR between June 16-27? ____
12. Will you be available to attend training on July 22-24? ___
13. Are you available to attend the workshop dates as currently scheduled? ____
Please explain any schedule conflicts you may have with any of the training or workshop dates:
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________________

14. How did you hear about STARs 3-D Peer Educators? ___________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________________
15. Extracurricular activities: ______________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________________
16. Interests: _____________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________________

17. Why do you want to be a member of STARs 3-D Peer Educators? What would you like to
get out of your involvement in this program?







18. What are two things about yourself that make you a good candidate for 3-D Peer
Educators?








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19. What are two things you would like to improve about yourself and why?











20. What issues in your community are you most concerned about and why?










21. What is a goal you would like to accomplish in your life? What do you think you have to do
in order to accomplish this goal? What is one barrier that you face and how do you plan to
overcome it?











22. What do you think best reaches people your age on topics like sexual and dating violence?
Why?












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23. Please read each item carefully and check the correct line.

YES NO

_____ _____ I am currently between the ages of 14-17.

_____ _____ I am willing to get transportation to STAR for training/workshops and to community
events, or work with STAR staff on a plan to do so.

_____ _____ I respect other peoples differences.

_____ _____ I am willing to keep other peoples information confidential.

_____ _____ I am able to work respectfully with other students, with supervisors, and with the
public.

_____ _____ I am comfortable or want to become comfortable speaking in front of groups.

_____ _____ I am willing to challenge my own beliefs and break out of my own comfort zone.

_____ _____ I will attend all mandatory sessions.

_____ _____ I am able to have fun and work hard.

_____ _____ I will accept removal from the group if I miss more than two sessions or am found to
not adhere to standards of professional and respectful behavior.




The information I have provided in this application is true, correct, and complete. False,
incomplete, or misrepresented information of any kind will be sufficient cause for my application to
be rejected or, if discovered after I am chosen, cause for immediate termination of my
employment.


_________________________________ _______________________________________ ___________
Student Name Student signature Date


_________________________________ _______________________________________ ___________
Parent Name Parent signature Date



Complete and attach all required information for the application process:
_______ All information and questions have been filled out appropriately
_______ A copy of your student recommendation form



Please mail your application by June 16, 2014 to
STAR, 8281 Goodwood Blvd Ste I-2, Baton Rouge, LA 70806
Email: prevention@brstar.org Fax: (225) 615-7236 Attn: Rebecca Marchiafava
All forms must be completed and submitted on time to be considered.

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STARs 3-D Peer Educators is a program that offers young men and women ages 14-17 the
opportunity to gain valuable skills to become effective educators and change agents in their
community. Members commit to develop and deliver programming targeted at reducing
relationship violence and promoting healthy relationship skills among youth in Baton Rouge.

To accomplish this, 3-D Peer Educators are trained in various topics, including oppression, gender
identity, sexual trauma, and the cycle of violence to enhance their understanding of relationship
violence and its alternative, healthy relationships. Members have the opportunity to build skills
including leadership, facilitation, media literacy, bystander intervention, outreach, team building,
public speaking, and peer communication while earning a stipend.

Please provide your candid input on this applicant to the best of your ability. Provide any specific
details you can and use the back of the page if necessary. Thank you for your time!

Your name: ______________________________________ Title/Position: _______________________

Students Name: ____________________________________________________________________________

How do you know him or her: ________________________________________________________________

Daytime Phone: ________________________ Email: ___________________________________________

Please tell us your impression of the students motivation to learn, ability to take direction, ability to
get along with others, attendance pattern and potential for leadership and community
engagement.












Signature: _________________________________________ Date: ______________________

Please submit by 5:00 pm on JUNE 16, 2014 to:
STAR, 8281 Goodwood Blvd Ste I-2, Baton Rouge, LA 70806
Email: prevention@brstar.org Fax: (225) 615-7236 Attn: Rebecca Marchiafava

Student Recommendation Form
STARs 3-D Peer Educators