Family Services
Benji Mathot currently serves as the Sexual Violence Prevention Coordinator at Family Services since June 2023. Prior experience includes a role as a Social Media Strategy Intern at the Children's Environmental Literacy Foundation in June 2021, where Benji engaged with educators and environmental organizations through various social media platforms. Additionally, Benji interned at Vassar College's LGBTQ+ Center, curating affinity spaces and promoting gender inclusivity from January 2019 to March 2020, and worked as a Teacher's Assistant, supporting early childhood and elementary education. Benji also contributed to environmental research at Vassar, focusing on climate action plans. Educational credentials include a Master of Arts in Gender and Sexuality Studies from the University of Chicago and a Bachelor of Arts in Biology and Earth Science from Vassar College.
Family Services
Our Mission Family Services brings people together to find the support they need, improving their lives and communities, and building a stronger, safer Hudson Valley. Founded in 1879, Family Services brings people together to find the support they need, improving their lives and communities, and building a stronger, safer Hudson Valley. Our program areas include Behavioral Health, Victim Services, Family Programs, Youth Services, Community Safety, and Prevention. Last year, over 17,000 children, adults, and families benefited from Family Services programs in Dutchess, Ulster, and Orange counties. Family Services also manages the Family Partnership Center as a location where the community can come together for conversation and the exchange of ideas, participate in athletics and arts programming, and where a variety of nonprofits and related organizations can co-locate and collaborate to offer enhanced services that create real access. Last year over 70,000 people took advantage of services or activities on this 100,000+ square foot campus.