The Mortola Library staff is collecting cell phones and other electronic devices that will be used to raise money for the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence (NCADV).

“It is a way to recycle your old phones while helping those that are in some very bad situations,” Interlibrary Loan Librarian Sheila Hu said.

The NCADV partners with Cellular Recycler in collecting select digital electronics and cell phones. The money that is received from the sale of the refurbished cell phones is used to support programming that helps prevent home violence. Cellular Recycler is a nationwide cellular recycling program with the mission to keep valuable cellular equipment out of landfills. The duo promotes a healthy Earth as well as a safe home environment for all.

“Volunteering to prevent domestic violence is something that touches me. Helping those that have been objectified feel empowered is a very worthy cause,” said Rose Gillen, Head

of Research and Information Services in Mortola Library. “I have a great interest in promoting women as strong figures.”

The library has previously held cell phone collections in order to gain awareness of the environment and other similar worthy causes. Due to March being Women’s History Month, the library staff decided that in addition to their book display they would create a collection in order to aid in the prevention of domestic violence.

“For me personally, I think that it is important to help other women in situations that they maynotbeabletogetoutofor handle themselves,” Gillen said. “Providing aid for those less fortunate is a passion that I feel should be shared with Pace students.”

The collection box is located on the counter at the library circulation desk. The program ensures that the donated phones and devices will be wiped clean of all information and that a tax credit may be received for the donation. For more information regarding the collection, students can contact Rose Gillen or Shiela Hu in Mortola Library