Knowledge Is Power: Victim to Survivor

Luis Fernando Carranza Cifuentes, es Embajador y Cónsul General de Guatemala en San Francisco, California. El Embajador Carranza Cifuentes comparte información sobre los servicios que brinda el Consulado a los guatemaltecos en California, como solicitud de pasaportes, conexión de víctimas con recursos, repatriación de cuerpos y mucho más. Explica que sus servicios están disponibles en español e idiomas nativos de Guatemala y que no se requiere estatus migratorio legal para recibir servicios. Además, el Embajador Carranza Cifuentes informa a la audiencia sobre qué documentación e información recopilar antes de contactar al Consulado. Si tiene alguna pregunta sobre el material discutido en la serie, comuníquese con el California Victims Resource Center (anteriormente el Victims of Crime Resource Center) al 1-800-VICTMS (842-8467). 30. Consulate General of Guatemala Luis Fernando Carranza Cifuentes, is the Ambassador and General Consul of Guatemala in San Francisco, California. Ambassador Carranza Cifuentes shares information on services provided by the Consulate to Guatemalan nationals in California, such as requesting passports, connecting victims to resources, repatriation of bodies, and much more. He explains that their services are available in Spanish and native languages from Guatemala and that lawful immigration status is not required to receive services. Furthermore, Ambassador Carranza Cifuentes advises the audience on what documentation and information to gather before contacting the Consulate. If you have any questions about the material discussed in the series, please contact the California Victims Resource Center (formerly the Victims of Crime Resource Center) at 1-800-VICTIMS (842-8467).

La Cónsul General Liliana Ferrer y el Cónsul de Protección José Manuel Briseño comparten información sobre los servicios del Consulado a los mexicanos en California. Además, discuten cómo las víctimas conocen los servicios del Consulado y cómo la inmigración no es una barrera para acceder a beneficios. El Consulado General de México en el condado de Sacramento ayuda a conectar a las víctimas con servicios legales gratuitos o bajo costo. Además, los Cónsules hablan acerca la documentación e información necesaria para recabar al comunicarse con el Consulado de México. Si tiene alguna pregunta sobre el material discutido en la serie, comuníquese con el California Victims Resource Center (anteriormente el Victims of Crime Resource Center) al 1-800-VICTMS (842-8467). 29. Consulate General of Mexico in Sacramento, California Consul General Liliana Ferrer and Consul of Protection Jose Manuel Briseno share information on the Consulate's services to Mexican nationals in California. In addition, they discuss how victims are aware of the Consulate's services and how immigration is not a barrier to accessing the benefits. The Consulate General of Mexico in Sacramento County helps connect victims with probono or affordable legal services. Furthermore, the Consuls go over the documentation and information necessary to gather when contacting the Mexican Consulate. If you have any questions about the material discussed in the series, please contact the California Victims Resource Center (formerly the Victims of Crime Resource Center) at 1-800-VICTIMS (842-8467).

Jessica M. Martinez es abogada de inmigración en California Rural Legal Assistance Foundation (CRLAF). La abogada Martínez comparte información sobre los servicios que brinda CRLAF. Además, nos habla sobre los diferentes tipos de alivios de inmigración disponibles para las víctimas de delitos y sus criterios. La abogada Martínez analiza los desafíos de la comunidad hispana y cómo la pandemia afecta los servicios de la agencia. Si tiene alguna pregunta sobre el material discutido en la serie, comuníquese con el California Victims Resource Center (anteriormente el Victims of Crime Resource Center) al 1-800-VICTMS (842-8467). 28. Immigration Discussion with California Rural Legal Assistance Foundation Jessica M. Martinez is an immigration attorney at California Rural Legal Assistance Foundation (CRLAF). Ms. Martinez shares general information about the services provided by CRLAF. In addition, she discusses the different types of immigration reliefs available to crime victims and their criteria. Furthermore, Ms. Martinez discusses the Hispanic community's challenges and how the pandemic affects agency services. If you have any questions about the material discussed in the series, please contact the California Victims Resource Center (formerly the Victims of Crime Resource Center) at 1-800-VICTIMS (842-8467).

María Flores es parte del equipo de la Oficina de Derechos y Servicios a Víctimas y Sobrevivientes del Departamento Correccional y de Rehabilitación de California (CDCR). La Sra. Flores comparte información sobre los servicios para víctimas y sobrevivientes de CDCR, incluidos los derechos de las víctimas, orientación sobre los procedimientos de libertad condicional y cómo solicitar asistencia. Además, repasa los temas de cobro de restitución, las peticiones de condiciones de libertad condicional y las declaraciones de impacto de la víctima. Además, la Sra. Flores habla sobre la accesibilidad de los servicios para personas que no hablan inglés y el cobro de restitución. Si tiene alguna pregunta sobre el material discutido en la serie, comuníquese con el California Victims Resource Center (anteriormente el Victims of Crime Resource Center) al 1-800-VICTMS (842-8467). 27. California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) Maria Flores is a staff member at the Office of Victim & Survivor Rights & Services of the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR). Ms. Flores shares information on CDCR's victim and survivor services, including victims' rights, guidance with parole procedures, and how to request assistance. In addition, she discusses restitution collection, parole conditions requests, and victim impact statements. Furthermore, Ms. Flores talks about the accessibility of services to non-English speakers and restitution collection for victims that move abroad. If you have any questions about the material discussed in the series, please contact the California Victims Resource Center (formerly the Victims of Crime Resource Center) at 1-800-VICTIMS (842-8467).

Laura Valdés es la directora del programa del Centro de Asistencia para Víctimas del Condado de Yolo. La Sra. Valdés comparte información sobre los servicios de los Centros de Asistencia para Víctimas y Testigos en todo California. Los Centros para Víctimas son independientes o están ubicados en la Oficina del Fiscal del Distrito y pueden guiar a las víctimas a través del sistema penal y dirigirlas a agencias que ofrecen servicios de asistencia y emergencia. La Sra. Valdés nos habla sobre las barreras que enfrentan las víctimas de habla hispana para aprender sobre los servicios para víctimas y las preguntas más comunes que hace la comunidad latina. Además, ella aborda el tema sobre el papel de los defensores de las víctimas en la notificación y el cumplimiento de los derechos de las víctimas en el sistema de justicia penal. Si tiene alguna pregunta sobre el material discutido en la serie, comuníquese con el California Victims Resource Center (anteriormente el Victims of Crime Resource Center) al 1-800-VICTMS (842-8467). 26. Centro de Asistencia para Víctimas y Testigos Laura Valdes is the program director of Yolo County Victim Assistance Center. Ms. Valdes shares information on Victim Assistances Centers' services across California. The Victim Centers are independent or housed in the District Attorney's Office, and they can guide victims through the legal system and direct them to agencies that offer assistance and emergency services. Ms. Valdes discusses the barriers Spanish-speaking victims face in learning about victim services and the most common questions asked by the Latino community. Next, she addresses the role of the victim advocates in notifying and enforcing victims' rights in the criminal justice system. If you have any questions about the material discussed in the series, please contact the California Victims Resource Center (formerly the Victims of Crime Resource Center) at 1-800-VICTIMS (842-8467).

Cinthia Gallegos es parte del equipo de la Junta de Compensación para Víctimas de California (California Victim Compensation Board, CalVCB es un programa de asistencia financiera para víctimas que son residentes de California o que fueron víctimas de un delito que tuvo lugar en California. La Sra. Gallegos repasa el proceso de solicitud de CalVCB, los criterios de calificación para recibir asistencia financiera y los gastos elegibles, como reubicación, pérdida de ingresos, salud médica y mental. También habla sobre el requisito de denunciar el delito y las excepciones. Finalmente, la Sra. Gallegos analiza la accesibilidad de los servicios para inmigrantes y personas que no hablan inglés. Si tiene alguna pregunta sobre el material discutido en la serie, comuníquese con el California Victims Resource Center (anteriormente el Victims of Crime Resource Center) al 1-800-VICTMIS (842-8467). Cinthia Gallegos is a staff member at the California Victims Compensation Board (CalVCB). CalVCB is a financial assistance program for victims who are residents in California or who were victims of a crime that took place in California. Ms. Gallegos goes over CalVCB's application process, qualifying criteria to receive financial assistance, and eligible expenses such as relocation, income loss, medical, and mental health. She further talks about the requirement to report the crime and the exceptions. Finally, Ms. Gallegos discusses the accessibility of services to non-English speakers and immigrants. If you have any questions about the material discussed in the series, please contact the California Victims Resource Center (formerly the Victims of Crime Resource Center) at 1-800-VICTIMS (842-8467).

Nuestro equipo, Ana Franco y Angélica Maldonado, hablan sobre los diversos servicios que brinda el Centro de Recursos para Víctimas del Crimen de California (California Victims of crime Resource Center, siglas en ingles VCRC) y cómo estos servicios son accesibles a través de diferentes plataformas e idiomas. Los servicios de VCRC incluyen información sobre los derechos de las víctimas, una lista personalizada de referencias, materiales informativos e investigación legal para los proveedores de servicios. El objetivo de la VCRC es ayudar a las víctimas a comprender sus derechos legales en cada etapa del proceso de justicia penal. Además, proporcionan una introducción a los derechos de las víctimas en el sistema de justicia penal.

Welcome to our podcast! We are pleased to bring you season three of our podcast series. This season is completely in Spanish. Bienvenido A La 3ra Temporada - El Conocimiento Es Poder De Victima A Sobreviviente ¡Bienvenido a nuestro podcast! Nos complace presentarles la tercera temporada de nuestra serie de podcasts. Esta temporada es completamente en español. Nadie planea ser víctima de un crimen, por lo que si sucede, puede ser una sorpresa, así que únase a nosotros para una discusión sobre los derechos y servicios de las víctimas. En esta temporada, discutimos temas que incluyen los derechos de las víctimas en el sistema de justicia penal y los servicios que están disponibles para las víctimas de delitos como salud mental, compensación e inmigración. En nuestras dos primeras temporadas, puede obtener información sobre los recursos disponibles para delitos específicos y más sobre los derechos de las víctimas. Esas temporadas están disponibles en inglés. Si tiene alguna pregunta sobre el material analizado en la serie, comuníquese con el Centro de Recursos para Víctimas del Crimen al 1-800-842-8467.

Liz Hall joins the show to discuss the Safe At Home program. She shares information about how to qualify for the program and the types of services available . She also discusses how to become an enrolling agency and which organizations are required to accept a Safe At Home confidential mailing address.

In part two of our discussion, Lita shares more information on the programs and services offered by Waymakers. She also talks about the role confidentiality plays when victims speak with victim advocates.

Lita Mercado joins the show for the first of a two-part discussion on the services provided by Waymakers. First, Lita discusses the history and mission of Waymakers, then talks about the services and eligibility requirements for receiving assistance through Waymakers. Finally, Lita details the differences relative advantages of government and community based victim services organizations.

o Laura Valdes from the Yolo County Victim Assistance Center is our guest on this episode. She shares information on some of the services provided by Victim Assistances Centers across California. Laura also discusses some of the most common questions asked by crime victims, and she talks about the barriers they face in learning about victim services. Finally, she tells us about the role of the Victim Assistance Center in notifying and enforcing victims’ rights in the criminal justice system.

Lynda Gledhill joins the show to provide information on the California Victims Compensation Board. She reviews how to apply to the program, and how applications are either approved or denied. We also discuss several other topics, such as the expenses that qualify for payment from Cal VCB and emergency expenses.

Chris Ward joins us on this episode to discuss the programs and services iCAN provides to the community before turning her attention to the victim’s role in the parole hearing process. Chris also shares her opinion on some of the most common questions asked by crime victims contacting iCAN.

In part two of this episode, Dr. Ramezani continues to discuss how crime impacts a victim’s mental health by turning his attention to the recovery process. He introduces concepts such as post-traumatic growth, and shares information about some of the barriers to services crime victims may experience.

In part one of this episode, Dr. Ramezani discusses how a crime victim’s mental health can be impacted by being the victim of a crime, and the some of the common responses he sees in victims after the crime. He talks about the role of Post-traumatic stress has in a victim’s recovery process, and he introduces several factors that affect how victims experience trauma.

We are pleased to bring you season two of our podcast series. If you have any questions about any of the material discussed in the series, please contact the Victims of Crime Resource Center at 1-800-842-8467.

In part two of this episode, Mariam shares the story of Marsy Nicholas before turning her attention to the details of Marsy’s Law. She discusses various aspects of Marsy’s Law including the right to receive restitution, the right to be heard in court, and the right to refuse to interview with the defense attorney. Finally, Mariam provides the VCRC’s contact information for the audience.

o In part one of this episode, Program Director Mariam El-Menshawi of The Victims of Crime Resource Center (VCRC) comes on the podcast to share information about the various services provided by the VCRC. Mariam explains the different ways victims come to learn about the VCRC, and how they can reach out to contact the VCRC for more assistance. Next, Mariam discusses how the VCRC helps victim service providers by performing legal research and providing educational materials. The VCRC’s goals are to help victims understand their legal rights at each stage of the criminal justice process while helping victims access important services along the way.

On the episode of the podcast, we continue our interview with Elizabeth Kristen about sexual harassment. Elizabeth is the Director of the Gender Equity &LGBT Rights Program at Legal Aid at Work. In part two of the discussion, Elizabeth gives some examples of what sexual harassment looks like in several different contexts, and she shares some examples of real life cases. Elizabeth also examines the differences between sexual assault and sexual harassment before finally touching on topics related to domestic violence

On the episode of the podcast, we interview Elizabeth Kristen about sexual harassment. Elizabeth is the Director of the Gender Equity &LGBT Rights Program at Legal Aid at Work. Elizabeth gives some examples of what sexual harassment in several different contexts, and gives examples of it in real life cases. Elizabeth continues by examining the differences between sexual assault and sexual harassment before finally touching on topics related to domestic violence.

Meg Garvin is the Executive Director of the National Crime Victim Law Institute at the Lewis and Clark Law School. On this episode, she joins the podcast to talk about the role crime victims play in the criminal justice process. She includes information about victim rights and the value of victim participation in the criminal justice system. National Crime Victim Law Institute (NCVLI) https://law.lclark.edu/centers/national_crime_victim_law_institute/

8. Sexual Harassment Discussion With Kevin Kish Kevin Kish, Director of the Department of Fair Employment and Housing, joins the podcast to discuss sexual harassment. On this episode, we discuss what constitutes sexual harassment, and what steps victims can take to report it. Finally, we talk about the various remedies available to victims of sexual harassment.

7. Wage Theft Discussion With Julia Sidhu Julia Sidhu, Deputy Labor Commissioner at the Labor Commissioner's Office, joins the podcast to provide information on wage theft. We discuss how the Labor Commissioner's Office can help victims of wage theft, and Julia identifies some common situations where wage theft occurs. Finally, we discuss the Wage Theft Protection Act, and how immigration status affects a person's ability to file a claim. www.wagetheftisacrime.org 1-844-522-6734

Kirsten Raschko is the Anti-Trafficking Supervisor at the International Rescues committee. On this episode, Kirsten joins the podcast to talk about human trafficking. She explains the different types of human trafficking and the problems with under reporting. She also discusses the kind of assistance available for victims of human trafficking. Kirsten Raschko 916.473.5979 Sacramentotrafficking@rescue.org National Human Trafficking Hotline 1-888-373-7888

In part two of our conversation, Blake Nordahl, Supervising Attorney of the Immigration Law Clinic at McGeorge School of Law, provides information on how the T-Visa, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), and Asylum can help victims of crime. For information about the Violence Against Women's Act (VAWA) or the T-Visa, please visit part one of our discussion. Blake joins the podcast to discuss immigration issues that can arise for crime victims. Topics in part one of the discussion include the Violence Against Women's Act (VAWA) and the U-VIsa. For information about the T-Visa, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), or Asylum, please see part two of the discussion. T Visa Resources Weave: https://www.weaveinc.org/ My Sister's House: http://www.my-sisters-house.org/ U Visa Resources McGeorge Immigration Clinic: 916-340-6080 Opening Doors: https://openingdoorsinc.org/ CRLAF: https://www.crla.org/ Fuel Network: https://www.sacfuelnetwork.org/ Centro Legal:https://centrolegal.org/

Blake Nordahl is the Supervising Attorney of the Immigration Law Clinic at McGeorge School of Law. Blake joins the podcast to discuss immigration issues that can arise for crime victims. Topics in part one of the discussion include the Violence Against Women's Act (VAWA) and the U-VIsa. For information about the T-Visa, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), or Asylum, please see part two of the discussion.

In part two of our conversation with Jaya Badiga of the Badiga Law Firm, We discuss domestic violence in the workplace, and some of the resources available victims and survivors. Next, we discuss domestic violence restraining orders, including the protections they can provide, when a domestic violence restraining order might be appropriate, and the evidence needed to prove domestic violence in court. Finally, Jaya provides information about special housing rights that can assist people experiencing domestic violence. California Victim Compensation Board: 1-800-777-9229 Family Violence Appellate Project: http://fvaplaw.org/ National Network to End Domestic Violence: https://nnedv.org/ Courts.ca.gov

In part one of this two part podcast, Jaya Badiga of the Badiga Law Firm joins us for a conversation about domestic violence. We discuss how power and control dynamics impact domestic violence, and the definition of "Abuse." Jaya also provides an overview of gaslighting. Next, we turn our attention to the impact technology has on domestic violence. Finally, Jaya talks about some of the warning signs of domestic violence including the cycle of violence, and some of the common misconceptions around domestic violence. California Victim Compensation Board: 1-800-777-9229 Family Violence Appellate Project: http://fvaplaw.org/ National Network to End Domestic Violence: https://nnedv.org/ Courts.ca.gov

Daniela Urban is the Executive Director of The Center for Worker's Rights. On this episode of the podcast, Daniela shares information about wage theft and employer retaliation. She talks about some of the different ways employers can retaliate against their employees and what victims can do to get assistance. Center for Worker's Rights (916) 905-5857 https://www.rightscenter.org/

Welcome to the podcast! No one ever plans to be a victim of a crime, so if it happens, it can come as a surprise, so join us for a discussion on victim's rights. In this series, we discuss topics including sexual harassment, immigration, human trafficking, wage theft, employer retaliation, domestic violence, a victim's rights in the criminal justice system and services that are available for victims of crime.