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Men Can Stop Rape Appoints Lorms as Interim Executive
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Men Can Stop Rape, Inc. Appoints Interim Executive Director
WASHINGTON, DC “ Men Can Stop Rape, Inc. (MCSR), nationally renowned for its gender violence prevention messaging and programming for male teens, is pleased to announce David Lorms as the interim Executive Director. Mr. Lorms brings over 30 years of broad experience at state and national levels to the position.
As a seasoned professional with proven capabilities in volunteer leadership development, member engagement, strategic planning, and component relations, Mr. Lorms will help guide the organization through a transitional period. "We are excited to have David's expert assistance as we shift our attention to a national search for a new president and CEO," ť said Heather Peeler, Chair for the MCSR Board of Directors. Mr. Lorms recently provided interim leadership to the Yoga Alliance, a national certification organization, and has held senior positions with American Society of Health-System Pharmacists, Autism Society of America, and American Heart Association.
He earned his Certified Association Executive (CAE) designation from the American Society of Association Executives (ASAE) in 1991 and is still active with ASAE, serving on the Component Relations Section Council, consultant task force, and steering committee for social responsibility. Additionally, he serves on the board of Directors for Beacon House – a DC, community-based non-profit bringing educational opportunities to inner city at-risk children. Mr. Lorms routinely presents at national and local conferences and meetings on association management issues.
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Men Can Stop Rape, Inc. (MCSR) has led the call to redefine masculinity and male strength, emerging as a national leader in mobilizing men to prevent men’s violence against women. In contrast to traditional efforts that address men as the problem,ť MCSR's pioneering Strength Campaign embraces men as vital allies with the strength to make healthy choices and foster safe, equitable relationships. The programs and services that comprise the Campaign range from youth development to public education to training and technical assistance. In 2007, MCSR was named the United States Changemakers winner in the competition to identify the world's most innovative domestic violence prevention programs, sponsored by the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation. For more information, visit
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For Information about Men Can Stop Rape Contact:
Nicole Player
202-265-6530 ext.10
nplayer@mencanstoprape.org
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