Podcasts about victim assistance

In this powerful episode of The 1 Girl Revolution Podcast, we're joined by Melissa Skeet, better known as SkeetFighter. Melissa is an unstoppable force who has turned  her passion for trail rollerskating and her own survivor story into passion, resilience, and advocacy for others - specifically Missing and Murdered Indigenous Persons (MMIP).  Melissa is Diné, born on the Navajo Nation and grew up at the Grand Canyon National Park in Arizona. Melissa received her undergrad at Northern Arizona University in Flagstaff, AZ, and started her career path in Victim Assistance. In 2017, Melissa survived Domestic Violence, where she almost lost her life. Around that same time,  Melissa discovered roller derby and she says that roller derby and the roller derby athletes saved her and brought her back to life. Her love of the outdoors combined with her love for roller skating turned into her passion for trail skating. Now she's using her love of trail skaring to raise awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Persons (MMIP) on a nationwide trek.   In this conversation, Melissa opens up about her own life and journey, she talks about her nickname SkeetFighter, and how she's using her love of trail skating to advocate for and help others. Join us as we dive deep into Melissa's incredible story of perseverance, resilience, and the power that we each have to change the world. In this episode, you'll hear: Melissa's inspiring life story;  How she got the nickname SkeetFighter and how she's using her platform to help others; About Melissa's incredible nationwide trek - trail skating across America - to raise awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Persons (MMIP); Stories of the people and families who have been helped through Melissa's work and journey: And so much more! For more information on Melissa and her work, please visit: www.1GirlRevolution.com/MelissaSkeet For more information on 1 Girl Revolution, please visit: www.1GirlRevolution.com Listen and Subscribe: Don't miss this inspiring episode - and so many others! Listen to The 1 Girl Revolution Podcast on #ApplePodcasts, #Spotify, #YouTube, and subscribe to stay up-to-date with our latest episodes. Join the movement to empower girls and change the world, one story at a time.  

Today, we're diving into a hot topic: should businesses wade into the political arena or play it safe and stay neutral? With the world buzzing with political and social upheaval, this question has never been more relevant.Deciding whether to take a stand on political issues isn't straightforward. Companies wield significant influence and must use it wisely. Whether engaging in political activism or staying neutral, the decision requires careful thought about the impact on stakeholders, brand, and society.Check out Victim Assistance and Sexual Assault Program (VASAP) here: https://www.montgomerycountymd.gov/hhs-program/BHCS/VASAP/VASAPindex.html______________________________You can find me here:Instagram: @gingerbizWebsite: https://www.katymurrayphotography.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TipsandTricksforyourbusinessTwitter: https://twitter.com/GingerBizKM

Surprisingly, one in three women and one in six men will experience stocking at some point in their lifetime. In light of  this state and January being stocking awareness month we are featuring the Fort Wayne Police Department's Victim Assistance Program.  The program was established in 1981 and aims to provide comprehensive crime victim services to the City of Fort Wayne and surrounding communities. Advocates and volunteers passionately work to provide information to crime victims to reduce re-victimization as victims navigate through the criminal justice system.  Call the FWPD Victim Assistance Program when YOU, YOUR CHILD,  a FRIEND or RELATIVE have been the victim of: Assault Child Abuse Domestic DUI (death or injury) Homicide Molest Robbery Sexual Assault Other (includes suicide, threats, stalking, arson, fraud, property,elder abuse, etc.) To contact Victim Assistance, please call 260-427-1205. Office hours: Monday-Friday, 7:30 am to 4:30 pm  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Very good information on the BPD Victim Assistance Program, so check it out on YouTube.  Also I am pleased to announce that Collin Gregory of the BPD Community Resource Department will be a monthly visitor, bringing guests from all over BPD to talk about how they serve this community in numerous different ways.  Today's just listed a few of them.  Thank you, BPD, for all you do! 

Surprisingly, one in three women and one in six men will experience stocking at some point in their lifetime. In light of  this state and January being stocking awareness month we are featuring the Fort Wayne Police Department's Victim Assistance Program.  The program was established in 1981 and aims to provide comprehensive crime victim services to the City of Fort Wayne and surrounding communities. Advocates and volunteers passionately work to provide information to crime victims to reduce re-victimization as victims navigate through the criminal justice system.  Call the FWPD Victim Assistance Program when YOU, YOUR CHILD,  a FRIEND or RELATIVE have been the victim of: Assault Child Abuse Domestic DUI (death or injury) Homicide Molest Robbery Sexual Assault Other (includes suicide, threats, stalking, arson, fraud, property,elder abuse, etc.) To contact Victim Assistance, please call 260-427-1205. Office hours: Monday-Friday, 7:30 am to 4:30 pmSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to the "Week In Review," where we delve into the true stories behind this week's headlines. Your host, Tony Brueski, joins hands with a rotating roster of guests, sharing their insights and analysis on a collection of intriguing, perplexing, and often chilling stories that made the news.       This is not your average news recap. With the sharp investigative lens of Tony and his guests, the show uncovers layers beneath the headlines, offering a comprehensive perspective that traditional news can often miss. From high-profile criminal trials to in-depth examinations of ongoing investigations, this podcast takes listeners on a fascinating journey through the world of true crime and current events.       Each episode navigates through multiple stories, illuminating their details with factual reporting, expert commentary, and engaging conversation. Tony and his guests discuss each case's nuances, complexities, and human elements, delivering a multi-dimensional understanding to their audience.  Whether you are a dedicated follower of true crime or an everyday listener interested in the stories shaping our world, the "Week In Review" brings you the perfect balance of intrigue, information, and intelligent conversation. Expect thoughtful analysis, informed opinions, and thought-provoking discussions beyond the 24-hour news cycle. Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK's Unconfessed Crimes, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Justice for Harmony Montgomery, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com

Welcome to the "Week In Review," where we delve into the true stories behind this week's headlines. Your host, Tony Brueski, joins hands with a rotating roster of guests, sharing their insights and analysis on a collection of intriguing, perplexing, and often chilling stories that made the news.       This is not your average news recap. With the sharp investigative lens of Tony and his guests, the show uncovers layers beneath the headlines, offering a comprehensive perspective that traditional news can often miss. From high-profile criminal trials to in-depth examinations of ongoing investigations, this podcast takes listeners on a fascinating journey through the world of true crime and current events.       Each episode navigates through multiple stories, illuminating their details with factual reporting, expert commentary, and engaging conversation. Tony and his guests discuss each case's nuances, complexities, and human elements, delivering a multi-dimensional understanding to their audience.  Whether you are a dedicated follower of true crime or an everyday listener interested in the stories shaping our world, the "Week In Review" brings you the perfect balance of intrigue, information, and intelligent conversation. Expect thoughtful analysis, informed opinions, and thought-provoking discussions beyond the 24-hour news cycle. Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK's Unconfessed Crimes, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Justice for Harmony Montgomery, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com

Welcome to the "Week In Review," where we delve into the true stories behind this week's headlines. Your host, Tony Brueski, joins hands with a rotating roster of guests, sharing their insights and analysis on a collection of intriguing, perplexing, and often chilling stories that made the news.       This is not your average news recap. With the sharp investigative lens of Tony and his guests, the show uncovers layers beneath the headlines, offering a comprehensive perspective that traditional news can often miss. From high-profile criminal trials to in-depth examinations of ongoing investigations, this podcast takes listeners on a fascinating journey through the world of true crime and current events.       Each episode navigates through multiple stories, illuminating their details with factual reporting, expert commentary, and engaging conversation. Tony and his guests discuss each case's nuances, complexities, and human elements, delivering a multi-dimensional understanding to their audience.  Whether you are a dedicated follower of true crime or an everyday listener interested in the stories shaping our world, the "Week In Review" brings you the perfect balance of intrigue, information, and intelligent conversation. Expect thoughtful analysis, informed opinions, and thought-provoking discussions beyond the 24-hour news cycle. Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK's Unconfessed Crimes, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Justice for Harmony Montgomery, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com

In a recent episode of the "Hidden Killers" podcast, host Tony Brueski and guest Robin Dreeke, a retired FBI Special Agent and Chief of the Counterintelligence Behavioral Analysis Program, discuss the troubling aftermath of a police raid on the home of Rex Heuermann and Asa Ellerup, where authorities suspected the presence of a prolific serial killer. The incident raised questions about the handling of pets during such operations and the support offered to the families affected.    The raid resulted in the couple's house being significantly damaged, a standard procedure when searching for evidence related to a serial killer. However, the decision to send the family's two cats to a kill shelter has raised eyebrows. Brueski and Dreeke discuss whether this move was a PR blunder or a necessary precaution, and debate the appropriateness of the treatment towards the family, who the police have already identified as victims.    Dreeke explained that usually, there is a solid plan before entering a house, which includes knowing the layout of the house and having plans for pets. The fact that the cats were sent to a kill shelter, despite the family being identified as victims, is unusual and shocking. He expressed his surprise that no corrective action has been taken, given that organizations usually have victim assistance programs in place to deal with the aftermath of such operations.    The discussion also touches on the credibility of Asa Ellerup, who has been vocal about the incident. Brueski and Dreeke question whether her account is entirely truthful or if her anger and the recent conviction of the police chief have influenced her perspective. Dreeke notes that her narrative does not align with other similar cases, such as the Kohberger case, where the family did not complain about their house being left uninhabitable.    Brueski and Dreeke acknowledge the difficulty of the situation for Ellerup, who filed for divorce after her husband was accused of being the Gilgo Beach killer and soliciting prostitutes. They speculate that her anger towards her husband and the situation could influence her perception of the police and FBI's actions. Nonetheless, they agree that the lack of visible victim assistance is concerning and warrants further investigation.    In conclusion, the episode of "Hidden Killers" raises important questions about the treatment of families and pets during police raids and the support provided afterward. While the hosts express skepticism about the account provided by Asa Ellerup, they agree that the situation raises concerning issues that merit further examination. As authorities continue to combat hidden killers in society, it is essential to ensure that the processes in place are humane and supportive for all those affected. Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK's Unconfessed Crimes, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Justice for Harmony Montgomery, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com

In a recent episode of the "Hidden Killers" podcast, host Tony Brueski and guest Robin Dreeke, a retired FBI Special Agent and Chief of the Counterintelligence Behavioral Analysis Program, discuss the troubling aftermath of a police raid on the home of Rex Heuermann and Asa Ellerup, where authorities suspected the presence of a prolific serial killer. The incident raised questions about the handling of pets during such operations and the support offered to the families affected.    The raid resulted in the couple's house being significantly damaged, a standard procedure when searching for evidence related to a serial killer. However, the decision to send the family's two cats to a kill shelter has raised eyebrows. Brueski and Dreeke discuss whether this move was a PR blunder or a necessary precaution, and debate the appropriateness of the treatment towards the family, who the police have already identified as victims.    Dreeke explained that usually, there is a solid plan before entering a house, which includes knowing the layout of the house and having plans for pets. The fact that the cats were sent to a kill shelter, despite the family being identified as victims, is unusual and shocking. He expressed his surprise that no corrective action has been taken, given that organizations usually have victim assistance programs in place to deal with the aftermath of such operations.    The discussion also touches on the credibility of Asa Ellerup, who has been vocal about the incident. Brueski and Dreeke question whether her account is entirely truthful or if her anger and the recent conviction of the police chief have influenced her perspective. Dreeke notes that her narrative does not align with other similar cases, such as the Kohberger case, where the family did not complain about their house being left uninhabitable.    Brueski and Dreeke acknowledge the difficulty of the situation for Ellerup, who filed for divorce after her husband was accused of being the Gilgo Beach killer and soliciting prostitutes. They speculate that her anger towards her husband and the situation could influence her perception of the police and FBI's actions. Nonetheless, they agree that the lack of visible victim assistance is concerning and warrants further investigation.    In conclusion, the episode of "Hidden Killers" raises important questions about the treatment of families and pets during police raids and the support provided afterward. While the hosts express skepticism about the account provided by Asa Ellerup, they agree that the situation raises concerning issues that merit further examination. As authorities continue to combat hidden killers in society, it is essential to ensure that the processes in place are humane and supportive for all those affected. Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK's Unconfessed Crimes, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Justice for Harmony Montgomery, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com

In a recent episode of the "Hidden Killers" podcast, host Tony Brueski and guest Robin Dreeke, a retired FBI Special Agent and Chief of the Counterintelligence Behavioral Analysis Program, discuss the troubling aftermath of a police raid on the home of Rex Heuermann and Asa Ellerup, where authorities suspected the presence of a prolific serial killer. The incident raised questions about the handling of pets during such operations and the support offered to the families affected.    The raid resulted in the couple's house being significantly damaged, a standard procedure when searching for evidence related to a serial killer. However, the decision to send the family's two cats to a kill shelter has raised eyebrows. Brueski and Dreeke discuss whether this move was a PR blunder or a necessary precaution, and debate the appropriateness of the treatment towards the family, who the police have already identified as victims.    Dreeke explained that usually, there is a solid plan before entering a house, which includes knowing the layout of the house and having plans for pets. The fact that the cats were sent to a kill shelter, despite the family being identified as victims, is unusual and shocking. He expressed his surprise that no corrective action has been taken, given that organizations usually have victim assistance programs in place to deal with the aftermath of such operations.    The discussion also touches on the credibility of Asa Ellerup, who has been vocal about the incident. Brueski and Dreeke question whether her account is entirely truthful or if her anger and the recent conviction of the police chief have influenced her perspective. Dreeke notes that her narrative does not align with other similar cases, such as the Kohberger case, where the family did not complain about their house being left uninhabitable.    Brueski and Dreeke acknowledge the difficulty of the situation for Ellerup, who filed for divorce after her husband was accused of being the Gilgo Beach killer and soliciting prostitutes. They speculate that her anger towards her husband and the situation could influence her perception of the police and FBI's actions. Nonetheless, they agree that the lack of visible victim assistance is concerning and warrants further investigation.    In conclusion, the episode of "Hidden Killers" raises important questions about the treatment of families and pets during police raids and the support provided afterward. While the hosts express skepticism about the account provided by Asa Ellerup, they agree that the situation raises concerning issues that merit further examination. As authorities continue to combat hidden killers in society, it is essential to ensure that the processes in place are humane and supportive for all those affected. Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK's Unconfessed Crimes, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Justice for Harmony Montgomery, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com

"Your life is not a chapter book--it's a collection of short stories and some of those stories are going to be really, really sad and hard ones." -Kate Hanger, Executive Director of Virginia Victim Assistance Network Join us as we kick off Season 4 with an episode centered around the Virginia Victim Assistance Network! Our Director chatted with Kate Hanger, the Executive Director of the Virginia Victim Assistance Network with over 20 years of experience. Be sure you are following us on all of our social media so you stay up-to-date on the latest episodes and updates. Check out VVAN below! VVAN: https://vanetwork.org/?utm_medium=referral&utm_source=idealist

Disclaimer I do not own the rights to music except for Miss Liz's intro. This teatime is for educational purposes only, not for financial gain. Starting this Thursday, Teatime with Miss Liz, August 17th at 10 Am EST is the mindset coach Krys Pappius Coaching. Bringing you all a strong T-E-A of creating the life you want without the shame of others with the right mindset. Live streaming to multiple platforms and podcast stations and apps. The live show can be watched on Miss Liz's YouTube channel below. Give it a quick subscription and be notified when teatime is live.https://youtube.com/@misslizsteatimesShe has 10 years in the Victim Assistance movement, 7 years as a volunteer supporting victims of and witnesses to the crime, and 3 years as a paid Program coordinator. 3 years as a Social Worker with mentally ill offenders in a major urban city. 20 years in Law Enforcement. BA Criminology with a heavy focus on Psychology. CTI-certified Co-Active Life Coach – a one-year intensive, experiential certification program certified by the International Coaching Federation. In 2003, Krys lived what many would call “a good life.” She was in her 10th year of a career as a police officer, and as far as anyone was concerned, she was successful. Then a severe car crash woke her up. She realized that while she had all the trappings of success, her life was unfulfilling and boring, that she no longer knew who she was or what she wanted in life. At that moment, she promised herself things would change and that she would do whatever it took to create a life with meaning and purpose. It took Krys several years of searching to discover the secret to creating the life she longed for and a few more to create a life in which she does what she wants when she wants and says “no” to the rest, guilt-free. As a Mindset Coach, Krys' mission is to share what she has learned with other women who are tired of feeling stuck in life and uncertain as they look to the future and who are ready to take action now to create a life they love.https://www.kryspappius.com/https://keap.page/eak678/lm6-missliz.html

This week's podcast discusses sexual assault. If you or someone you know experiences sexual violence, you can find local support via La Piñon's 24-Hour Crisis Hotline at 575-526-3437 or go to www.lapinon.org. This week, we're joined by Abrianna Morales. When she was 15, Abrianna was sexually assaulted by someone she knew and trusted. That experience — navigating the legal system, the feeling of isolation, and lack of resources and support — prompted her to create the Sexual Assault Youth Survivors' Network, a community of survivors, supporters, and advocates “dedicated to building a world without sexual violence where justice is restorative and healing is possible.” As of early 2022, more than 300,000 people from around the world had visited the organization's website. After high school, she went on to attend the University of New Mexico. She is currently a senior majoring in Psychology and Criminology with a minor in Math and will graduate in two weeks. In 2022, she was selected to be a Truman Scholar, one of 58 college students throughout the country who aspire to be leaders in public service. After graduation, she plans to take a gap year to work on developing the SAYSN and some collaborative projects with the National Organization for Victim Assistance, including a U.S. Department of Justice Office on Violence Against Women grant to provide training and technical assistance to college campuses invested in preventing sexual assault, domestic violence, and stalking. Last week, during National Crime Victims' Rights Week, Abrianna was featured in a video on the U.S. Department of Justice's Office of Justice Programs' website. We'll talk to Abrianna about SAYSN, her experience as an advocate, how COVID-19 impacted her life in surprising ways, her future plans and more.

After a long commute from his living room to his wife's office down the hall, Weld County District Attorney Michael J. Rourke joins Kim and Kara for a conversation about his career as a prosecutor. Better known on the podcast as "Kim's husband", Mike has been a prosecutor in Colorado for the past 25 years. A review of his highest profile cases and the moment he realized vicarious trauma had become a very real part of his life, reveal a much-needed perspective for true crime consumers.  Michael J. Rourke is the elected District Attorney for the 19th Judicial District in Weld County Colorado. He was first appointed District Attorney in 2015, and has been reelected twice, most recently in 2020. Michael is a lifelong resident of Colorado, attending Chatfield High School, the University of Colorado at Boulder and the University of Denver College of Law. His is a career prosecutor starting in 1997 in the 18th Judicial District before moving to Weld County in 2005. Over the course of his career, Michael has prosecuted numerous high-profile cases, including first degree murder, sexual assault, crimes against children and crimes of violence. Michael has received several prestigious awards during his career, including the Colorado District Attorney's Council Robert R. Gallagher Prosecutor of the Year and the Criminal Justice Award from the Colorado Organization for Victim Assistance. He is a nationally recognized speaker, having presented for Ending Violence Against Women International, the International Homicide Investigators Association, and the Colorado District Attorney's Council. Michael is the Colorado State Director to the National District Attorneys Association Board of Directors, and is past president and current member of the Colorado District Attorney's Council Governing Board. Michael is a proud husband to his wife Kimberly and their four children. A Weld County resident, Michael is an active member of the community, having served on numerous community boards and commissions. Learn more from Michael: Website: https://www.weldda.com/District-Attorney Instagram: @mrourkeda Facebook: @WeldCountyDA Michael's CTA: Love "true crime"? Get involved and help victims at a local level. Join your local law enforcement agency, prosecutor's office, or community crisis resource center as an advocate.  _________ Join Kim and Kara's "Captive Audience" by visiting  https://www.patreon.com/SGTC.  Members gain access to full-length video episodes of weekly podcast, Q&A live streams, discounts on merch, exclusive content, and swag--all interspersed with our signature compassion and a touch of dark humor. Your monthly membership goes toward podcast production, supporting our guests and their calls to action, and charitable donations. Like what we're doing here? Be sure to subscribe, rate, review. The more people this show can reach, the more it can help.  https://www.survivorsguidetotruecrime.com/ Submit your questions using our handy dandy form or by emailing hello@survivorsguidetotruecrime.com for future Q&A episodes. Don't forget to follow us on social media: Instagram @SurvivorsGuideToTrueCrime  TikTok @SGTCpod Facebook @Survivor'sGuideToTrueCrime YouTube @Survivor'sGuideToTrueCrime Twitter @SGTCpod The theme music used in Survivor's Guide to True Crime is Uplifting Motivational Stomp by MarcusWay

We met J R Waltemyer in the summer of 2019, and he remains a valuable contact for us at the Office of Victim Advocate (OVA) in Pennsylvania. OVA is the state agency with the authority and duty to advocate for the rights and needs of crime victims.OVA accomplishes their mission through victim services, which includes post-sentencing notifications of offender status and movements within the Department of Corrections and the parole system; restorative justice programs that promote resilience and healing; and they are currently developing new initiatives around crime prevention.OVA envisions a Pennsylvania in which justice thrives. They collaborate closely with fellow state agencies and community groups to develop and promote trauma informed programs. You will find this episode useful if you want to know how the system works to help all survivors of violent crimes. Bill MitchellWhenDatingHurts.comAn Opportunity for You:I use a company called Zencastr (it's a weird spelling, I know) to record and host all my episodes on the WHEN DATING HURTS podcast. I have used their intuitive products for over two years now. They have made the management and delivery of our podcast's messages easy. Podcasting has grown exponentially. There are podcasts on just about everything. And podcasting advertising has been the fastest growing channel in that time.Interested in investing in Zencastr? Go to WeFunder.com/Zencastr to claim your slice of the future of podcasting!This is the perfect time to get onboard with Zencastr. They have made podcasting easy and attractive to podcasters. Why not benefit from their success?

We met J R Waltemyer in the summer of 2019, and he remains a valuable contact for us at the Office of Victim Advocate (OVA) in Pennsylvania. OVA is the state agency with the authority and duty to advocate for the rights and needs of crime victims. OVA accomplishes their mission through victim services, which includes post-sentencing notifications of offender status and movements within the Department of Corrections and the parole system; restorative justice programs that promote resilience and healing; and they are currently developing new initiatives around crime prevention. OVA envisions a Pennsylvania in which justice thrives. They collaborate closely with fellow state agencies and community groups to develop and promote trauma informed programs. You will find this episode useful if you want to know how the system works to help all survivors of violent crimes.  Bill MitchellWhenDatingHurts.com An Opportunity for You:I use a company called Zencastr (it's a weird spelling, I know) to record and host all my episodes on the WHEN DATING HURTS podcast. I have used their intuitive products for over two years now. They have made the management and delivery of our podcast's messages easy.    Podcasting has grown exponentially. There are podcasts on just about everything. And podcasting advertising has been the fastest growing channel in that time. Interested in investing in Zencastr?  Go to WeFunder.com/Zencastr to claim your slice of the future of podcasting! This is the perfect time to get onboard with Zencastr. They have made podcasting easy and attractive to podcasters. Why not benefit from their success? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Marcques Henderson is a renowned public speaker and retired Marine Corps officer who completed multiple combat deployments during his 23-year career. During his service, he traversed 4 continents, working with and learning from various multinational militaries. An active practitioner of jiu-jitsu, kajunkenbo and kali, he has over 21 years of experience instructing martial arts. He also has seven years of experience working in the nightclub industry. The Temple University student-athlete has a bachelor's degree in Business Administration with a concentration in International Business and Legal Studies. He is certified by the National Organization for Victim Assistance as a Level I Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Victim Advocate. He is further certified as a High-Intensity Tactical Training Instructor, Non-Lethal Weapons Instructor, and Trainer in Tony Blauer's SPEAR: Personal Defense Readiness system. Marcques HENDERSON Part 1 Podcast Show Notes – | www.AzariahMay.org | - “Fear rarely works to our advantage.” It usually leads to poor decisions and inferior outcomes. | - I saw things as a child that no young person should have to experience. I have always been concerned about protecting the defenseless. |- I started boxing as a young teen, and have been active in the fighting styles for my whole life. I was one of the first Marines into the USMC's “MCMAP” hand-to-hand combatives program. | - I became an advocate in our UVA program for Marines who have suffered sexual violence. These include many more men than some people would assume. Some of the men have been targeted by civilians in the community, including gangs, who want to make an example of a military guy. | - The Azariah May Academy, named after my kids, is a full-spectrum personal protection school, encompassing economic, psychological, and other focus areas in addition to basic “self-defense” techniques. | - We say Personal Protection rather than “self-defense,” because the former conveys the sense that keeping yourself and others safe is a proactive, comprehensive lifestyle. It's better to prevent violence than to have to react to it. | - At Azariah May, we don't just teach fighting techniques. We can't capitalize on someone else's pain. We want to help people understand how they've contributed to their past violent experiences and prevent them in the future. | - Violence has become mainstream. It used to be limited to untrained “bad guys” using it against innocent victims, and trained protectors using it to stop bad guys, but with the explosion of “mixed martial arts” schools anyone – including bad guys – can become trained to high levels. | - Teen dating violence has become a huge problem. Boys today don't all know how to behave. | - Social media makes many people feel more brave and disrespectful than they really should be.

Sinikka Waugh and Joe Gonzalez discuss  5 Ways that Diversity Makes Us Better. Executive Director of Latino Resources Inc. Joe Gonzalez is a retired Lieutenant from the DM Police Department; he was hired as a Police Cadet in November of 1971. The program was started to recruit more minorities in the police department, he was promoted to Police Officer in January of 1975 and attended the Des Moines Police Regional Police Academy graduating in June of 1975. Joe was promoted to the rank of Sergeant in February of 2004 and was assigned to the Community Outreach and Protective Services Division where he supervised officers that worked in community outreach. In April 2010, he was promoted to the rank of Lieutenant and was then assigned to be the commander of the Neighborhood Based Service Delivery Unit. The unit had officers that worked with the neighborhood associations in the city, he also oversaw the Mobile Crisis Unit which responded to calls from individuals that were having mental health crises. In addition, he oversaw the Police Activities League and a boxing club for youth, this gave them a place to be involved in an activity and to stay off the streets. Joe graduated from DMACC earning an AA degree and worked at the police department soon after graduating from high school. Joe is a graduating member of the 2007-2008 Greater Des Moines Leadership Institute and was awarded with the Community and Visioning award for connecting in 2012. Joe was fortunate to have a successful career and was recognized for his work as an advocate for crime victims, especially domestic violence victims. He was recognized by the United States Attorney's Office, Domestic Abuse Coordinating Council, Iowa Organization of Victim Assistance, and United Latinas for a New Dawn for his work in assisting victims of domestic violence. In 2003 the Des Moines Rotary Club selected him as the Police Officer of the Year. Upon his retirement in July of 2014 Chief Judy Bradshaw awarded him with the department's meritorious service award to honor his career. Joe has the honor of being the highest-ranking Latino in the history of the Des Moines Police Department. Joe currently serves on the Proteus and Police Activities boards and he's a past board member for Variety, Chrysalis Foundation, Polk County Housing Trust Fund, and Broadlawns. Joe is also currently involved with the Inclusion and Diversity Council and the Equity and Inclusion Committee. He has also been a mentor for the Community Connect Program for 4 years.

Content Warning: This episode discusses topics on sexual assault and sexual violence.Following our April LEADDD Keynote with author and artist Chanel Miller, we are having a conversation on sexual violence and assault prevention with Laura Luciano, Maryland. Laura serves as Associate Director of Violence Prevention and Victim Assistance at the Rutgers-Camden campus, where she provides counseling, advocacy and crisis intervention to crime victims—primarily victims of stalking and survivors of sexual and dating violence. She talks about making awareness a year-long cause and how to best support and believe survivors of assault through education and bystander interventions. Part of her work with Tri Delta has been to provide education and resources for sisters supporting each other through brave, bold and kind actions and interventions. Laura also focuses on prevention priorities, consent education and healthy relationships. Through her 20 years of advocacy work, she aims for a world without violence. To view the LEADDD Keynote with Chanel Miller, click here. 

In this episode of FTK Over the Air, we are excited to have Cindy Kuhr from the Ohio Attorney General's Bureau of Criminal Investigation with us. Cindy serves as a Victim Specialist/Consultant and provides her services statewide. Cindy has a lifetime of experience dealing with victims and investigators and provides valuable insight into the wellbeing of those who experience trauma. Cindy discusses the different stresses digital investigators face and how to identify and cope with those stresses in a healthy way.Guest & Bio: Cindy Kuhr, L.S.W., M. Ed, R.A.S.S., C.C.RCindy Kuhr serves as Victim Specialist/Consultant for The Ohio Attorney General's Ohio Bureau of Criminal Investigation. She provides services statewide to jurisdictions where additional or neutral services are needed. She is the former director of Direct Services for the Ohio Victim Witness Association. In 2002, this program received the Tadini Baglaccuci Award. This award is a national award presented by the National Organization for Victim Assistance to programs of excellence and promising practices. She is also the recipient of the 2008 Dr. Marlene Young- Leadership award. She is a recent recipient of the Models of Justice Victim Advocacy Leadership Award for 2020 presented by The Ohio Crime Victim Justice Center.

This week on Legally Speaking with Michael Mulligan:Two men charged with criminal contempt for breaching an injunction prohibiting interference with the construction of the Trans Mountain Pipeline plead guilty and were sentenced. Neither man had a previous criminal record. The first man was a 69-yead old, retired university professor. He had climbed a tree and used a bicycle lock around his neck, and cables, to secure himself to the tree in order to slow construction of the pipeline. The police used a cherry picker to remote him. The second man was 21 yeas old. He provided no details of his personal circumstances. He attempted to use a “sleeping dragon” that was buried beside him to secure himself to the ground. He failed to properly secure himself within the device and so the RCMP were able to easily remove his hands and arrest him. Aggravating sentencing considerations included the fact that the injunction had been in place for some time, that the men had breached the injunction in a public way, including by the conduct of media interviews.  Mitigating factors included that they neither man had a previous record and both plead guilty. The judge pointed out that sentences for criminal contempt generally increase over time until compliance is achieved. The 69-year-old man was sentenced to 21 days in jail, while the 21-year-old received 14 days in jail. Distinguishing factors included the time and effort to remove them and the degree to which they had publicised their breached the court order.  Also on the show, the BC Court of Appeal overturned an award of punitive damages against an insurance company that denied a travel insurance claim and then managed to pay the hospital involved less than ordinarily billed by not telling them that that the claim had, eventually, been allowed. The incident involved a man who purchased travel insurance before a trip to Reno. He experienced a loss of consciousness (known as a “syncope”) while drinking at a bar and fell hitting his neck. He was hospitalized for 12 days and had a pacemaker installed. The hospital bill was $293,127.60. For two years, and with little investigation, the insurance company denied the claim alleging that it was caused by drinking alcohol, despite medical evidence to the contrary. Eventually the insurance company relented, once a court case had been commenced, and agreed to cover the claim. Without telling the hospital that they had agreed to cover the claim, the insurance company got the hospital to agree to apply an “uninsured discount” and settled with them for $47,000. This was upsetting to the man because of the excellent care he had received from the hospital. Insurance contracts require the insurance company, and the insured, to act in good faith. This means, amongst other things, that the insurance company must act fairly and reasonably. They must give as much consideration to the interests of the insured as their own interested. The trial judge concluded that the insurance company had not done this and awarded $100,000 in punitive damages against the insurance company.The BC Court of Appeal overturned this award on the basis that the insurance company eventually agreed to pay the claim and because the duty to act in good faith applies only to the insured person and not, for example, the hospital which may have been misled when it agreed to reduce its bill. Finally, on the show, the Crime Victim Assistance Act, and how it relates to civil claims for injuries caused by criminal activity, is also discussed. Follow this link for a transcript of the show and links to the cases discussed. 

On this episode of the en(gender)ed podcast, guest host Kerri Holt speaks with Lizzy Hershberger and Molly Maeve Eagan to discuss their book Behind Blue Curtains, A True Crime Memoir of an Amish Woman's Survival, Escape and Pursuit of Justice.  Their conversation will explore Lizzy's struggle to survive the abuse, support herself, marry and raise her own family, and seek justice.  Themes covered also include the role of religion and community in the survivor's life, its role in shaping gender norms and expectations, with particular emphasis on enabling, excusing, or permitting men's violence over women and the survivors' healing from trauma.  Kerri Holt, a member of the Engendered Collective, is a Domestic Violence Victim Advocate for a community-based non-profit (and a Credentialed Advocate through NOVA (National Organization for Victim Assistance).)  Kerri answers calls on a 24/7 hotline with survivors and police with the goal of survivors attaining safety from a current or former partner.  She also provides survivor-centered advocacy in a non-crisis capacity through community prevention and education programming. During our conversation, Kerri, Lizzy and Molly referenced the following resources: The grooming process WIsconsin v. Yoder Supreme Court case The work of Dr. Zuleka Henderson on trauma and healing --- Thanks for tuning in to the en(gender)ed podcast! Be sure to check out our en(gender)ed site and follow our blog on Medium. Join our feminist community of survivors, advocates and allies! Consider donating because your support is what makes this work sustainable. Please also connect with us on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook. Don't forget to subscribe to the show!

Since 1974, the Network of Victim Assistance – or NOVA – has provided much-needed aid to victims of crime, ranging from trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy, legal advocacy, and forensic interviews to assist law enforcement. Today, NOVA also provides critical prevention education and professional training in schools and throughout the community. In this episode, we speak with Grace Wheeler – Director of Prevention and Training at NOVA – about the organization, it's mission, and its participation in Penn Community Bank's Click for a Cause campaign. After the show is over, be sure to learn more about NOVA and Click for a Cause at PennCommunityBank.com/Cause ---- If you enjoyed today's episode, be sure to subscribe and leave us a rating. And, as always, keep up with the latest from Penn Community Bank by following us on social media: Facebook Instagram LinkedIn For more information about this podcast, links to past episodes, or to learn more about Community-first banking, just visit PennCommunityBank.com/podcast ---- Mutual Growth is the official podcast of Penn Community Bank - member FDIC. Equal Housing Lender. It is produced for the benefit of current and prospective customers and partner organizations. This program is provided to you solely for educational and entertainment purposes. The information contained herein is based on sources believed to be reliable, but is not represented to be complete and its accuracy is not guaranteed. The opinions, views, and estimates expressed are those of the producer at this date and are subject to change without notice. Please email marketing@penncommunitybank.com regarding booking or repurposing of any part of this podcast.

A pandemic-related funding cut is affecting some victims of domestic abuse in Virginia.  And Petersburg has had -no- success in trying to get rid of an abandoned hotel. Those have been among the most read stories over the past week at the Virginia Public Access Project’s V-A News link. More now from Fred Echols.

Guest: Nancy Lewis Executive Director Colorado Organization for Victim Assistance was created to help crime victims be a part of the system.  When President Regan did a survey to those who have been a victim of a crime, they said if they had to go back and report the crime, they would not report it.  They felt the way they were treated was worse than the crime.  A victim assistant will vary depending on the crime.  There is no charge to the victim to use a victim assistant.    https://www.coloradocrimevictims.org/    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Learn more about Jozanne and buy her book, "Beautiful, Unashamed and Afraid," here: https://www.jozannemarie.com-----------------Sexual Abuse Survivor Resources:The National Sexual Assault Hotline: 1-800-656-4673The National Organization for Victim Assistance: 1-800-879-6682Focus on the Family's Counseling line: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/get-help/counseling-services-and-referrals/-------------------Check out the Lila Rose Show on YouTube for video clips.Go to www.FightingforLifeBook.com to pre-order my book, "Fighting for Life: Becoming a Force for Change in a Wounded World" and get a free study guide and Chapter 1 download before release day.

This episodes shed light on surge of hate crimes in the Asian community. We will discuss AntiRacism-and the different types of racism that exist today in the US. At the end of podcast, I share resources about the Hatecrime Task force, for example The NAPABA Hate Crime Resources@ standagsinsthate@napaba.org, Ant- Defamation League (ADL), Japanese American Citizen League,Asian Americans Advancing Justice, National Asian American Pacific Islander Mental Health Association ( NAAPIMHA) National Organization for Victim Assistance 1-800-TRY-NOVA,and National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-TALK. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dia-pfleger/support

Happy Merry Happy from your two favorite hosts from your favorite podcast, Smoke Til It's Gone Or Die! Patty dives into the second part of the Fred and Rosemary West story. You thought the first part was bad? Well! Grab your construction equipment and hop onto the murder bus! Rylee follows up with a dark tale of plane collision and the murder of Peter Nielsen for his unfortunate role in the death of 71 people in Germany. Lot of bodies, people. Patty's Probable Cause is NOVA, The National Organization for Victim Assistance. Nova's mission is to champion dignity and compassion for those harmed by crime and crisis. They advocate for victims by connecting them with services and resources. They provide skill-based training to victim advocates and crisis responders. They ensure the highest standards and professional core competencies are met and maintained by those working directly with crime victims through credentialing programs. They promote public policy initiatives that protect the rights of crime victims and serve as the national voice for victims. Please donate at https://www.trynova.org/donate/ Rylee's Probable Cause again this week is the Armenian Support Fund: Ensuring the future of Armenian Communities & Businesses; The Armenia Support Fund was established in early 2020 to take on strategic initiatives impacting Armenians in both Armenia and around the globe. During this COVID-19 pandemic our organization is focusing its efforts on raising funds to support small and medium size businesses (SMEs) in Armenia impacted by COVID-19. Please donate at https://www.armeniasupportfund.org/ Thanks for listening! If you’re recovering from your holidays in a stoned coma, please take a moment to rate, review, and subscribe to our podcast on your favorite streaming platform. You can find us on Instagram @stgdpocast, our email is stgdpodcast@gmail.com, and you can become a patron at patreon.com/stgdpodcast. Tell your friends about us! Under Massachusetts’ Chapter 94G and California’s Proposition 64 Bills it is legal for us two assholes to possess and consume MaryJane, medically known as cannabis, in our respective states. We do NOT condone the illegal consumption, possession, or sale of cannabis in places it’s not supposed to be smoked, man handled, or acquired from a legal dispensary. But we DO condone what the awesome humans at Marijuana Policy Project are doing to support legislation at the state and federal level to decriminalize cannabis across the country, and advocate for those who have been incarcerated for cannabis possession. Visit mpp.org for more details. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/stgdpodcast/support

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.

Today in the chair we have Erin Nkele, LCPC. Erin is the first therapist in our “Ask a Therapist” series.  She is a native of San Diego, CA and now resides in Maryland.  She received her Bachelor of Science in psychology from Xavier University and her Masters of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the Chicago School of Professional Psychology. She is the owner and founder of Melanated Wellness, LLC, which is a private psychotherapy and life coaching practice. She is employed as a therapist at the Victim Assistance and Sexual Assault Program Coordinator for Montgomery County Department of Human Health Services. Her responsibilities include: working with survivors of crime and trauma and a contract therapist at COMPASS Mental Health Consultants, LLC.  working with juveniles with sexual behavior problems. One fun fact about Erin, she is OBSESSED with Game of Thrones. She will sit and talk to you for hours about it; even more so, if you have read the books!  When I asked Erin, What does it mean to be a black woman? She responded, “Such a loaded question, as a black woman I feel so complex and so Multidimensional. I am a creator, I have brought life to this world. I am a healer, I make people's lives whole again and I am an individual who if flawed yet loves extremely hard and deeply and is forever growing to be a better human. I love being a black woman and all that it brings to the table.” In this episode we discuss grief and trauma as it relates to the holiday season. Erin mentions the following definition and resources for those experiencing grief and trauma as well as abuse. Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is a type of depression that's related to changes in seasons- SAD begins and ends at about the same times every year. Grief and loss-wendtcenter.org Sucide Hotline- 1-800- 273-8255 Global Crisis text line-TEXT 741741 crisis text line global DV National HotLINE 1800799 SAFE (7233) RAINN 1800-656-HOPE 4673 National Sexual Assault Hotline/also have a chat option Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration- samhsa.gov You can follow Erin on Instagram @melanatedwellnesstherapy or if you are looking for a therapist you can email Erin at melanatedwellnessllc@gmail.com . To stay connected between episodes follow us on Instagram and check out our website: Instagram: @blackwomenunfilteredpodcast Website: www.blackwomenunfiltered.net

Montana Attorney General and NAAG President Tim Fox sits down with Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel to talk about Michigan's Conviction Integrity Unit, assisting crime victims, and lawsuits surrounding PFAS-contaminated drinking water. 

Ted Lindner sits with SEPA Mujer's Anngy Grajales, Case Manager in the Victim Assistance program, Ludmila Molina, Paralegal in the Legal Assistance program, and Ju Lee, Community Organizer. Founded in 1993, SEPA Mujer is Long Island's only Latina immigrant Women's Rights Organization. SEPA Mujer's work involves civic engagement, leadership training, social justice campaigns and community organizing (focusing on issues like violence against women, immigration, gender inequality, and civil rights), and providing legal assistance to immigrant victims of crime.

Every year on September 10th, individuals and organizations in over 50 countries connect and work together to prevent suicide, by supporting those who are struggling and to help those who are grieving. This year we will address this topic with Barbara Rubel the author of the fictional novel "But I Didn't Say Goodbye – Helping Families after a Suicide".  In her reader-friendly and well researched book, she addresses the loss of her father through suicide in a meaningful and thought provoking read, and discusses WHAT she learned in the process of grieving and healing. Barbara will share her unique approach to suicide prevention and post-vention, on how can develop personal resiliency and reclaim hope after loss in this month's "Bear Psychology radio show" on Realityradio101.com program. Whether you know someone who has attempted or completed suicide, or felt so much despair that you have considered it yourself ... we want to open up the dialogue today about this important topic. Let's start by clarifying that whatever is going on in your life today, the pain of the moment can elevate us to open up and and there are many people and sources of information that can provide relief. We will begin the conversation with two numbers and resource links so we have a safe reference point right from the start: In Canada: https://suicideprevention.ca/WSPD 1.833.456.4566 In the U.S.: https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/  1-800-273-8255 We will discuss: The WHY of suicide Reflect on feelings of anger, guilt and grief Barbara's own experience of losing her father to suicide and how she was able to reconstruct meaning into her life after such a sudden loss Learn about her unique Dual Process Model and 4 Tasks of Grief and apply them to the impact of suicide loss Does the current COVID-19 Pandemic complicate grief from suicide of someone in your life? Barbara will reflect from the lens of her own tragic loss and personal experience. What do you do when your father dies by suicide while you are in the hospital awaiting the birth of your triplets? What do you do when you can't attend your father's funeral because physician orders include complete bed rest? What do you do when you realize that you experienced a devastating loss and that you are not alone in that experience? You write a book and dedicate your life to helping others affected by suicide. Barbara Rubel's fictional characters in "But I Didn't Say Goodbye" are a compilation of what individuals may experience throughout their lifetime as a suicide loss survivor. "But I Didn't Say Goodbye: Helping Families After a Suicide" tells the story, from the perspective of an eleven-year-old boy Alex and his family, as they are rocked by suicide and reeling from the aftermath. Through Alex's eyes, the reader sees the transformation of feelings after going through death by suicide. New to the book's 3rd edition, each chapter ends with Alex reflecting 10 years later on his experience, introducing family members and friends in his recollections. Barbara Rubel has combined our modern academic theories of grieving, and the research that supports those theories, and then translated them into a readable story for anyone bereaved by suicide. The revised edition is an evidence-informed and contemporary treatment of a devastating form of loss that uses the artful device of a hypothetical case study to render it in human terms. Through the story, the reader understands what losing someone to suicide might be like for a family, how to make meaning of the loss, and ways to experience personal growth. This self-help book was revised to provide guidance and education for clinicians and families to help suicide loss survivors. Links & Resources: But I Didn't Say Goodbye: Helping Families After a Suicide (3ed.) (2020), NJ: Griefwork Center, Inc. https://amzn.to/2FwS6JI Loss, Grief, and Bereavement: Helping Individuals Cope (4ed) (2019), MA: Western Schools https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/help-yourself/ https://suicideprevention.ca/Need-Help https://www.helpguide.org/articles/suicide-prevention/suicide-prevention.htm https://www.ted.com/talks/jeremy_forbes_how_to_start_a_conversation_about_suicide? https://www.ted.com/search?q=suicide++ Suicide Postvention Resources listed in the new and updated edition of But I Didn’t Say Goodbye: Helping Families After a Suicide (3rd ed.) by Barbara Rubel After a Suicide: A Toolkit for Schools (2nd): https://afsp.org/our-work/education/after-a-suicide-a-toolkit-for-schools/ After a Suicide: A Postvention Primer for Providers: tripod.com/After_a_Suicide.pdf After a Suicide: Religious Services: https://theactionalliance.org/faith-hope-life/after-suicide-recommendations-religious-services-and-other-public-memorial-observances A Guide for Medical Examiners and Coroners: Best Practices for Talking with Families About Suicide https://docs.wixstatic.com/ugd/a0415f_3160611bae3f4be69c8e86b1ec7ed4ce.pdf Alex Blackwood Foundation for Hope (Camp Alex): com Alliance of Hope for Suicide Loss Survivors: org American Academy of Bereavement: com American Association of Suicidology (AAS): org AAS-Helping Survivors of Suicide: What Can You Do? https://www.preventionlane.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/Hepling-Survivors-of-Suicide_What-Can-You-Do.pdf American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP): org AFSP-Children, Teens and Suicide Loss: https://afsp.org/wp-content/flipbooks/childrenteenssuicideloss/?page=1 AFSP-Healing Conversations: Personal Support for Survivors of Suicide Loss: org/find-support/ive-lost-someone/healing-conversations/ Association for Death Education and Counseling (ADEC): The Thanatology Association: org Befrienders Worldwide: org/ Best Practices for Talking About Suicide for Medical Examiners and Coroners: https://www.mecrecs.org/ Beyond Blue: https://www.beyondblue.org.au/the-facts/suicide-prevention/understanding-suicide-and-grief/supporting-a-loved-one-after-they-have-lost-someone-to-suicide Breaking the Silence in the Workplace: http://www.sprc.org/sites/default/files/migrate/library/Breaking%20the%20Silence%20Final.pdf California Institute for Behavioral Health Solutions: After Rural Suicide: A Guide for Coordinated Community Postvention Response: https://www.cibhs.org/sites/main/files/file-attachments/after_rural_suicide_guide_2016rev.pdf Camp Kita: Children’s Bereavement Camp for Suicide Loss Survivors: https://campkita.com/ Carson J. Spencer Foundation: org The Catholic Charities: Loving Outreach to Survivors of Suicide: https://www.catholiccharities.net/GetHelp/OurServices/Counseling/Loss.aspx The Center for Complicated Grief: https://complicatedgrief.columbia.edu/professionals/complicated-grief professionals/overview/ Center for Grief and Loss: org/ Center for Suicide Awareness: https://www.centerforsuicideawareness.org/ Centering Corporation: org/ Clinicians as Survivors: After a Suicide Loss:/pages.iu.edu/~jmcintos/basicinfo.htm  Comfort Zone Camp: https://www.comfortzonecamp.org/ Compassion Books: compassionbooks.com Compassionate Friends: Surviving Your Child’s Suicide: https://www.compassionatefriends.org/surviving-childs-suicide/ Cope Foundation: org/ Davenee Foundation: org/ Digital Memorial Quilts: org/find-support/ive-lost-someone/digital-memory-quilt/create-a-new-quilt-square/ The Dougy Center: National Center for Grieving Children and Families: org/ Emma’s Place of Staten Island: emmasplacesi.com/ Find a Suicide Loss Survivors Support Group: org/find-support/ive-lost-someone/find-a-support-group/ Friends for Survival: Offering Help After a Suicide Death: org/ The Gift of Second: http://thegiftofsecond.com/ The Glendon Association: org/ Griefwork Center, Inc. Suicide Postvention Speaker Services griefworkcenter.com Heartbeat: https://www.heartbeatsurvivorsaftersuicide.org/ Help at Hand: A Guide for Funeral Directors: http://www.sprc.org/sites/default/files/migrate/library/funeraldirectors.pdf Hope Squad: com/postvention/ How to Talk to Kids About Suicide: https://drrobynsilverman.com/how-to-talk-to-kids-about-suicide-with-dr-dan-reidenberg/ International Association for Suicide Prevention (IASP): info/postvention.php International Society for Traumatic Stress Studies: org The Jason Foundation: jasonfoundation.com The JED Foundation: org/ The Joseph T. Quinlan Bereavement Center: org Kara: kara-grief.org/support-for/adults/ Lifesavers Blog-AFSP: https://afsp.org/lifesaver-blog/ LOSS Team: com/ A Manager’s Guide to Suicide Postvention in the Workplace: org/Portals/14/docs/Survivors/Loss%20Survivors/Managers-Guidebook-To-Suicide-Postvention.pdf Mental Health America: net/ Moyer Foundation (Camp Erin): moyerfoundation.org National Action Alliance for Suicide Prevention: Recommended Standard Care for People with Suicide Risk: Making Health Care Suicide Safe: org/sites/actionallianceforsuicideprevention.org/files/Action%20Alliance%20Recommended%20Standard%20Care%20FINAL.pdf National Alliance for Grieving Children: org/ National Alliance on Mental Illness: org/ National Child Traumatic Stress Network (NCTSN): nctsn.org/what-is-child-trauma/trauma-types/traumatic-grief  NASPA Student Affairs Administrators in Higher Education, Postvention: A guide for response to suicide on college campuses https://www.naspa.org/focus-areas/mental-health/postvention-a-guide-for-response-to-suicide-on-college-campuses  National Organization for Victim Assistance: org National Center for Victims of Crime: org/ National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 24/7, Free and Confidential Support: 1-800-273-TALK (8255); for Hard of Hearing 1-800-799-4889; en Español 1-888-628-9454  org/ National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: Lifeline Online Postvention Manual http://www.sprc.org/sites/default/files/migrate/library/LifelineOnlinePostventionManual.pdf Open to Hope: com/ Our Side of Suicide: http://www.oursideofsuicide.com/ Parents of Suicides/Friends & Families of Suicides: pos-ffos.com/ Pastoral Postvention: https://theactionalliance.org/sites/default/files/fhl_competencies_v8_interactive.pdf Posttraumatic Growth Research Group: uncc.edu/ The Public Health Approach to Prevention org/sites/sprc.org/files/library/phasp.pdf QPR Institute for Suicide Prevention: qprinstitute.com/ Reach Out.com: reachout.com/loss-and-grief/supporting-a-friend-after-someone-dies-from-suicide/ Riverside Trauma Center: http://traumacenter.wpengine.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/Postventionguidelines.pdf SAFE-T Pocket Guides for Clinicians: samhsa.gov/product/Suicide-Assessment-Five-Step-Evaluation-and-Triage-SAFE-T-Pocket-Card-for-Clinicians/SMA09-4432 The Samaritans: https://www.samaritans.org/ NYC: org/MA: samaritanshope.org/  Sibling Survivors of Suicide Loss: com/ Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration: samhsa.gov/ Suicide Attempt Survivors Task Force of the National Action Alliance for Suicide Prevention: org/sites/actionallianceforsuicideprevention.org/files/The-Way-Forward-Final-2014-07-01.pdf Suicide Awareness Voices of Education (SAVE): org Suicide: Finding Hope: com/ Suicide Grief Support Forum: com/ Suicide Prevention Resource Center (SPRC): org SPRC Toolkit for Schools http://www.sprc.org/resources-programs/after-suicide-toolkit-schools Suicide Safe:org/sites/actionallianceforsuicideprevention.org/files/Action%20Alliance%20Recommended%20Standard%20Care%20FINAL.pdf Suicide Safety Plan: com Support After a Suicide: org.au/ Surviving After a Suicide Loss Blog: https://survivingafterasuicide.com/blog/ Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors (TAPS): https://www.taps.org/suicidepostvention Trauma Institute & Child Trauma Institute: com/ Trevor Project (LGBTQ): org/ United Suicide Survivors International: https://unitesurvivors.org/ Violent Death Bereavement Society: org/html/director.html Yellow Ribbon: org/ Zero Suicide in Health and Behavioral Health Care Toolkit: zerosuicide.sprc.org/toolkit 

Title: Special COVID-19 Series: Child Abuse Victim Assistance During Stay at Home Order –Justice Journal Episode 35 Description: DA Anne Marie Schubert, Sacramento County Office of Education Superintendent Dave Gordon, The Child Abuse Prevention Center President & CEO Sheila Boxley, Sacramento County Department of Child, Family and Adult Services Director Michelle Callejas, Sacramento County Sheriff’s Detective Christie Hirota, and Assistant Chief Deputy District Attorney Dawn Bladet discuss how child abuse victims can still get help and services during this time. Show Notes:  Dave, Michelle, Sheila and Christie give brief overviews of how their organizations support children and protect and assist victims of child abuse.  Dave talks about how educators and school districts are adjusting to how they engage with students and their ability to identify and report suspected abuse during this time of unprecedented school closures. Michelle and Sheila then explain how their organizations are still working remotely, or adhering to the social distance public health safety precautions, to engage and protect children.  They each discuss different ways they are working - whether by text, chat, social media messaging or traditional hotlines/phone calls. Christie shares how children and their parents can protect themselves from online predators and threats.  She also talks about challenges and solutions to children being at home on their devices and online more than ever with distance learning.  Dawn explains how child abuse cases and the court process is different during the public health order, but that the justice system continues to work and DA victim advocates are still providing support services.  They also discuss changes to bail to lessen the jail population.  The group closes by discussing how the community can help prevent and protect victims of child abuse by reaching out to family, friends, colleagues and neighbors to check on them.  If they hear, see and suspect something is not right and a child might be in an abusive situation – to report it. To listen to the Domestic Violence Resources During the COVID-19 Stay At Home Order Zoom Podcast, visit https://www.sacda.org/media/podcast For alerts on price gouging and looting during a state of emergency as well as the public health order, visit our website at sacda.org.  For the latest COVID-19 information and status updates visit Sacramento County’s website at saccounty.net. DOWNLOAD & SHARE CHILD ABUSE RESOURCE SHEET Follow us @SacCountyDA on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Google+ and find us on YouTube.

Title: Special COVID-19 Series: Domestic Violence Victim Assistance During Stay at Home Order –Justice Journal Episode 34 Description: DA Anne Marie Schubert, Chief Daniel Hahn, E.D. of WEAVE Beth Hassett, E.D. of My Sister’s House Nilda Valmores, Sacramento Regional Family Justice Center CEO Faith Whitmore, Assistant Chief Deputy DA Dawn Bladet and DA Supervising Victim Advocate Lisa Corral discuss how DV victims can still get help and services during this time. Show Notes:  Beth, Nilda and Faith give brief overviews of how WEAVE, My Sister’s House and the Family Justice Center help victims of domestic violence.  Chief Hahn, Beth, Nilda, Dawn and Lisa then all discuss how their organizations are still working to protect and assist domestic violence while working remotely or adhering to the social distance public health safety precautions.  They each discuss different ways they are working, whether by text, chat or traditional phone calls. Dawn and Lisa explain how DV cases and the court process is different during the public health order, but that the justice system continues to work and DA victim advocates are still providing support services.  They also discuss changes to bail to lessen the jail population.  The group closes by discussing how the community can help prevent and protect victims of domestic violence by reaching out to family, friends, colleagues and neighbors to check on them.  If they hear, see and suspect something is not right and someone might be in an abusive situation – to report it. For alerts on price gouging and looting during a state of emergency as well as the public health order, visit our website at sacda.org.  For the latest COVID-19 information and status updates visit Sacramento County’s website at saccounty.net. DOWNLOAD & SHARE DOMESTIC VIOLENCE RESOURCE SHEET Follow us @SacCountyDA on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Google+ and find us on YouTube.

Kristen speaks with Ify Aduba, the Interim Executive Director at A Woman’s Place, and Penny Ettinger, the Executive Director at Network of Victim Assistance (NOVA). Both organizations work together to help victims of abuse and are stepping up their efforts as the number of domestic abuse cases has begun to rise all over the world as a result of the COVID-19 crisis. Hear about how these organizations are responding to the crisis, and please consider making a donation to support their efforts if possible.  Contact Network of Victim Assistance at www.novabucks.org or call and get help 24 hours a day at 1-800-675-6900. Their traditional No Bullying Run will be conducted as a virtual run this summer, Coach Bag BINGO will take place in September, and An Evening in the Roaring 20’s, originally planned for April 2nd, will now be on October 15th. Find more information about A Woman’s Place at www.awomansplace.org or call 800-220-8116. Mark your calendars! Their Chocolate Lovers' Fantasy fundraising event has been postponed to Friday, November 6th, 2020. See you there!

How is the Victim Assistance Program of Summit County handling domestic violence cases and victims during the Stay At Home order?

In August 1997, sixteen-year-old William Jenkins was on his second day of work at a fast-food restaurant in suburban Richmond, Virginia when the restaurant was robbed at closing time. While cooperating fully with the robber, William was shot and died instantly. His father, Bill Jenkins, quickly found that there were virtually no readily available resources that could answer his many questions as a survivor of a traumatic loss. He began looking for help and found it, after a fashion, scattered in the bookstores, on the Internet, and in support groups and agencies. But nowhere was there a single, concise, practical, and eminently useful resource for bereaved families written by victims for victims containing the advice and guidance that he and his family needed following their loss. Several months later, using the information he had collected for his own personal well-being, this experienced teacher and speaker sat down to write the book that he should have received the night he was notified of his son’s death, What to do When the Police Leave: A Guide to the First Days of Traumatic Loss. This landmark book on grief and bereavement quickly became an important resource for families dealing with the sudden or traumatic death of a loved one and the caregivers who work with them. Now, a recognized expert on victims and trauma, Bill has served on the boards of directors for Murder Victims for Human Rights, the National Coalition of Victims in Action, and is the founder, along with his wife, Jennifer Bishop, of IllinoisVictims.org, a statewide victim rights watchdog group. He is also active in many other victims’ rights and support activities and organizations, has been an instructor with the Virginia Institute of Forensic Science and Medicine, leads seminars on victims’ perspectives for national organizations such as the National Center for Victims of Crime, the National Organization of Victim Assistance, and Parents of Murdered Children and also addresses local and regional conferences for law enforcement and victim advocates. He and his wife also speak at victim impact panels for youthful offenders and in support of funding for programs for children and young people that are proven to decrease crime. In 2006, Bill received the Edith Surgan Victim Activist of the Year award from the National Organization of Victim Assistance, a singular honor that recognizes to his expertise in the field and his commitment to making society more sensitive to victims’ rights and needs. In 2019, he was awarded the prestigious John Gillis Leadership Award by Parents of Murdered Children. Bill has also written a full-length play, Hearts Full of Tears, that has been produced by two professional theatre companies so far. It deals with the emotional struggle of a family dealing with the shooting death of their teen-aged son. Critical and audience reviews have been very positive. Returning to his educational roots and love of biology, his latest research is in the neurobiology of trauma and stress, how our brains respond to traumatic experiences, and what treatments are most helpful to victims and their families. He hopes that his own personal perspective and unique voice using the latest authoritative scientific discoveries will help victims understand how their brains respond to crisis and inform caregivers how best to help trauma victims in their work. Bill is a professional artist and educator at the college level for over 25 years, he currently teaches and designs for the theatre program at Dominican University near Chicago, IL. You can buy the book What to do When the Police Leave: A Guide to the First Days of Traumatic Loss. By clicking on the title link.

Episode 39: Fort Wayne Police Department Victim Assistance by Mayor Tom Henry Podcast

Rosanna Herrera-Brown is Program Director of Crisis and Prevention at the Support, Advocacy, Resource Center (SARC) in Kennewick Washington.  Herrera has been working with SARC since 2008 after obtaining her Bachelor Degree in Criminal Justice from Heritage University.  Herrera believes her involvement with SARC has been an opportunity for her to live out her life’s purpose. She is absolutely driven by an inner passion and purpose to advocate for those who face social injustices, promote social change & eliminate sexual violence.  She loves that every day she is part of the solution for positive change. In this episode, Herrera-Brown shares how the power of information can prevent violence, bullying, and harassment. Later, Makenzie joins Taya and Elli to discuss the need for societal change. CONNECT WITH ​SARC:  24 Hour PHONE LINE: (509) 374-5391 ​FACEBOOK  RAINN: 1-800-656-HOPE National Organization for Victim Assistance: 1-800-TRY-NOVA Follow Award Winning Culture : Twitter Instagram **Award Winning Culture is Sponsored by: CharacterStrong Use the Code AWC and get $200 off the Advisory Curriculum or $100 off the Leadership Curriculum

QUOTES 02:15 "'Any officer that was fired upon that afternoon, as far as we are concerned, is a victim of attempted murder,' said Voci. Moments after the preliminary hearing, the DA's office announced 62 new charges against Hill for the dozens of other officers that were fired on during the standoff." 02:57 "Federal money for crime victims comes not from tax dollars but from fines and penalties in federal criminal cases which have been declining. Insiders say the spending cutback is due mostly to concern in Congress that the overall crime-victim fund should not be unduly depleted." 06:24 "The officer reacted by grabbing the subject and attempted to remove him from the motorcycle. These attempts were defeated as the motorcyclist accelerated rapidly causing the officer to be struck and dragged across several lanes of 118th." 07:51 "Goetsch and Schmoker are among 18 individuals who have been awarded the Carnegie Medal – the highest honor for civilian heroism in the U.S. and Canada – for risking their lives while trying to save others from drowning, burning vehicles, or burning homes." ------------------------------ SUMMARY In this episode of the National Police Association Podcast, Maurice Hill, the Philadelphia gunman who engaged police in a 7-hour shootout, gets 62 fresh charges. Also, crime victim programs will be getting budget cuts in the upcoming fiscal year. In other parts of the country, a motorcyclist is being sought after assaulting a Pinellas Park officer and dragging him along the highway, and two Sturgis police officers will receive Carnegie Medals for saving a man from a burning home. ------------------------------ HIGHLIGHTS 00:26 Philadelphia gunman in August standoff slapped with 62 new charges 02:33 Crime victim programs get budget cuts in 2020 05:35 Motorcyclist wanted for assaulting & dragging cop along 118th Ave 07:33 Carnegie Medals awarded to Sturgis officers for heroism ------------------------------ RESOURCES National Police Association

In August 1997, sixteen year-old William Jenkins was on his second day of work at a fast- food restaurant in suburban Richmond, Virginia when the restaurant was robbed at closing time. While cooperating fully with the robber, William was shot and died instantly. His father, Bill Jenkins, quickly found that there were virtually no readily available resources that could answer his many questions as a survivor of a traumatic loss. He began looking for help and found it, after a fashion, scattered in the bookstores, on the Internet, and in support groups and agencies. But nowhere was there a single, concise, practical, and eminently useful resource for bereaved families written by victims for victims containing the advice and guidance that he and his family needed following their loss. Several months later, using the information he had collected for his own personal well-being, this experienced teacher and speaker sat down to write the book that he should have received the night he was notified of his son’s death, What to do When the Police Leave: A Guide to the First Days of Traumatic Loss. This landmark book on grief and bereavement quickly became an important resource for families dealing with the sudden or traumatic death of a loved one and the caregivers who work with them. Now, a recognized expert on victims and trauma, Bill has served on the boards of directors for Murder Victims for Human Rights, the National Coalition of Victims in Action, and is the founder, along with his wife, Jennifer Bishop, of IllinoisVictims.org, a statewide victim rights watchdog group. He is also active in many other victims’ rights and support activities and organizations, has been an instructor with the Virginia Institute of Forensic Science and Medicine, leads seminars on victims’ perspectives for national organizations such as the National Center for Victims of Crime, the National Organization of Victim Assistance, and Parents of Murdered Children and also addresses local and regional conferences for law enforcement and victim advocates. He and his wife also speak at victim impact panels for youthful offenders and in support of funding for programs for children and young people that are proven to decrease crime. In 2006, Bill received the Edith Surgan Victim Activist of the Year award from the National Organization of Victim Assistance, a singular honor that recognizes to his expertise in the field and his commitment to making society more sensitive to victims’ rights and needs. In 2019, he was awarded the prestigious John Gillis Leadership Award by Parents of Murdered Children. Bill has also written a full-length play, Hearts Full of Tears, that has been produced by two professional theatre companies so far. It deals with the emotional struggle of a family dealing with the shooting death of their teen-aged son. Critical and audience reviews have been very positive. Returning to his educational roots and love of biology, his latest research is in the neurobiology of trauma and stress, how our brains respond to traumatic experiences, and what treatments are most helpful to victims and their families. He hopes that his own personal perspective and unique voice using the latest authoritative scientific discoveries will help victims understand how their brains respond to crisis and inform caregivers how best to help trauma victims in their work. Bill is a professional artist and educator at the college level for over 25 years, he currently teaches and designs for the theatre program at Dominican University near Chicago, IL.

A conversation with Jessica Corzier, the Director of Victim Assistance with the Fort Wayne Police Department. Jessica talks about what Victim Assistance is and how they work with the area law enforcement agencies. Also how Victim Assistance helps with victims and their families during a difficult and tragic time in their lives.  

KFOR's Dale Johnson sits down with JODY from the Lincoln Police Department's Victim Assistance Unit

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Victoriously surviving Sexual Abuse and Rape, Mitzi's primary purpose in life is to love, heal, and restore all women suffering from childhood Sexual Abuse and teenage Rape. She expresses her knowledge and wisdom through God's Word – The Holy Bible. Her first book, “In Jesus Name, Please Don't Touch Me There” (2006) reveals her journey of how the Word of God saved her life and how there is nothing you can't overcome in Christ. Raised in the inner city of Boston, Mitzi has continually searched for answers throughout her life. God's love, healing, and restoration changed her life and have given her the courage and strength to move forward in her assignment to help others. She received God's assignment to “bring those out of darkness” under the leadership of Extraordinary Pastors Dwayne and Kitt Brewington while attending Victory Christian Church International in Gaithersburg, Maryland. The vision for Loved, Healed and Restored is derived from 1 Peter 2:9, But you are a chosen people, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, God's special possession, that you may declare the praises of him who called you out of darkness into his wonderful light. Her commitment is “To encourage and empower others there is restoration from darkness and a purposeful life after any storm”… Last year (2017) Mitzi released her second book, the “Loved, Healed & Restored Daily Journal”. This book is an excellent tool to journal, pray or for simply capturing your thoughts, visions and dreams. Since 2006, Mitzi has diligently worked as a Victim Advocate engaged primarily with victims of sexual assault. She is a passionate and inspiring speaker who uses her traumatic experiences to advocate for sexual assault awareness. She served as a member of the Rape Abuse & Incest National Network (RAINN) Speaker's Bureau, the nation's largest anti-sexual assault organization; Volunteer Outreach Worker, Victim Assistance and Sexual Assault Program (VASAP); and on the Victims In Need, Inc. (VIN) Board; member of Christian Authors On Tour (CAOT), among other related experience. Mitzi gave public presentations on sexual assault issues and statistics for purposes of training, information and awareness development. She does volunteer event planning and training. She is also the Founder of the Loved, Healed and Restored online newsletter. She has received many praises and positive reviews for her recognition and appreciation for her excellence, commitment, dedication and tireless devotion to victims and survivors of sexual assault in their journey towards healing. Mitzi resides in Brockton, Massachusetts, married to her loving husband Jose: they are the parents of three beautiful children and two adorable grandsons. She attends Jubilee Christian Church in Stoughton, Massachusetts under the guidance of the highly favored Pastor Matthew and Mona Thompson. In this episode, Mitzi discusses: How the support of her husband, therapy, the advocates who worked her and her daughter's behalf, and a neighbor her introduced her to Christ finally brought her healing The different elements of her own advocacy work and how she's helped other women after being able to help herself Her intentions to author her third book on healing after the sudden loss of her mother and younger brother and how she's used the same tools to be able to cope with death and sexual trauma

Victoriously surviving Sexual Abuse and Rape, Mitzi's primary purpose in life is to love, heal, and restore all women suffering from childhood Sexual Abuse and teenage Rape. She expresses her knowledge and wisdom through God's Word – The Holy Bible. Her first book, “In Jesus Name, Please Don't Touch Me There” (2006) reveals her journey of how the Word of God saved her life and how there is nothing you can't overcome in Christ. Raised in the inner city of Boston, Mitzi has continually searched for answers throughout her life. God's love, healing, and restoration changed her life and have given her the courage and strength to move forward in her assignment to help others. She received God's assignment to “bring those out of darkness” under the leadership of Extraordinary Pastors Dwayne and Kitt Brewington while attending Victory Christian Church International in Gaithersburg, Maryland. The vision for Loved, Healed and Restored is derived from 1 Peter 2:9, But you are a chosen people, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, God's special possession, that you may declare the praises of him who called you out of darkness into his wonderful light. Her commitment is “To encourage and empower others there is restoration from darkness and a purposeful life after any storm”… Last year (2017) Mitzi released her second book, the “Loved, Healed & Restored Daily Journal”. This book is an excellent tool to journal, pray or for simply capturing your thoughts, visions and dreams. Since 2006, Mitzi has diligently worked as a Victim Advocate engaged primarily with victims of sexual assault. She is a passionate and inspiring speaker who uses her traumatic experiences to advocate for sexual assault awareness. She served as a member of the Rape Abuse & Incest National Network (RAINN) Speaker's Bureau, the nation's largest anti-sexual assault organization; Volunteer Outreach Worker, Victim Assistance and Sexual Assault Program (VASAP); and on the Victims In Need, Inc. (VIN) Board; member of Christian Authors On Tour (CAOT), among other related experience. Mitzi gave public presentations on sexual assault issues and statistics for purposes of training, information and awareness development. She does volunteer event planning and training. She is also the Founder of the Loved, Healed and Restored online newsletter. She has received many praises and positive reviews for her recognition and appreciation for her excellence, commitment, dedication and tireless devotion to victims and survivors of sexual assault in their journey towards healing. Mitzi resides in Brockton, Massachusetts, married to her loving husband Jose: they are the parents of three beautiful children and two adorable grandsons. She attends Jubilee Christian Church in Stoughton, Massachusetts under the guidance of the highly favored Pastor Matthew and Mona Thompson. In this episode, Mitzi discusses: Her experience of being molested at the age of 6 by her uncle and raped at the age of 16 by a close family friend The tension felt between her, her mother, and other family members who were all victims of sexual and physical abuse The struggle of losing in court in the fight for her 4 year old daughter after she was also molested by a family member How her daughter's sexual assault case led Mitzi through her journey of finally being loved, healed, and restored of her own trauma

Domestic violence is an epidemic that impacts all of us in some way, shape or from. We may have been desensitized to it because of overexposure on TV, turned our heads from it when we saw it on the face of a co-worker, dealt with the aftermath of it through the behavior of the children in our classrooms, or endured it directly within the walls of our own homes. Demographically, no one is immune to it – women, men, young, old, rich, poor, conservative, liberal, highly educated, or not educated at all. Even if domestic violence is not a part of your household, you can be sure that it is for someone you know and love, someone you work with, or someone in your neighborhood. We all need to be aware and we can all play a part in putting an end to the abuse in someone's life. Dr. Pamela is joined by two fighters, advocates, and experts on domestic violence who share their stories and shed light on this important issue: Ms. Jenn Doe, trainer for the Colorado Organization for Victim Assistance and Ms. Paula Foster, author and founder of Fostering Hearts Foundation. They'll be discussing post-partum depression, Stockholm Syndrome, violence against men, and so much more.

  Welcome, welcome Word Nerds! Today I’m delighted to host Lisa Gardner on the the show. Lisa is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of seventeen previous novels, including her most recent, Crash & Burn. Her Detective D. D. Warren novels include Fear Nothing, Catch Me, Love You More, and The Neighbor, which won the International Thriller of the Year Award. She lives with her family in New England. More personally though, I’ve had the pleasure of hearing Lisa Gardner speak about creative consistency at Thrillerfest/Craftfest 2012. Her talk made a very deep impression on me back when I was just beginning to find my footing with DIY MFA. In preparing for this interview, I went back and reviewed my notes from her talk, and I realized that I internalized many of the techniques she talked about, and that in a roundabout way many have inspired and shaped elements of DIY MFA. Today I am thrilled to have Lisa Gardner on the show to discuss her newest book, Find Her, and also hear her talk about the writing process as a whole. In this episode Lisa Gardner and I discuss: Understanding your writer’s process. Committing to the time it takes to write. Incentivizing your writing process. Research to make your writing come alive. Wearing your writing and your marketing hats. Plus, Lisa’s #1 tip for writers. Lisa Gardner and her writing: Every once in a while an author writes something that is clearly set apart from anything they’ve written before. Find Her is that book for Lisa Gardner. A household name for any fan of mysteries and psychological thrillers, Gardner’s books land on the New York Times bestseller list year in and year out. Find Her stemmed from an article Gardner read about the FBI’s Office of Victim Assistance, a little-known arm of the FBI that assigns specific agents to families going through trauma. Gardner was able to set up two interviews with victim specialists whose jobs are to be at the scene of the crime, yes, but more importantly they are there when the lights and reporters are long gone and the victim is left to be “normal” again. From there she created her character Flora Dane. Lisa Gardner has always researched a lot more than your typical thriller writer. From riding along with police officers, attending the writer's police academy, handling weapons and learning defense tactics, Gardner does all of this so she can get every nuance exactly right – making her thrillers utterly believable and utterly frightening. But with the creation of Flora Dane, she takes us into the mind of a victim and of the professionals coming to save the day, giving readers her most visceral book yet. About FIND HER Flora Dane is a survivor. After being kidnapped and held by her captor for over a year, anyone would say that her matriculation back into a “normal” life was an all-around success. But normal isn’t exactly how Flora feels. When a college student–who reminds her far too much of herself–goes missing in a strikingly familiar fashion, Flora knows that she must do something to help, despite that fact that it could mean putting herself in danger. Flora is the only one who knows what a captor is capable of, even after all these years. The search to find the kidnapper at large and unravel Flora’s past twists together in a compelling dual-narrative. Gardner dives into the dark underbelly of Boston’s nightlife while also casting light onto one of the lesser-known branches of the FBI, Victim Specialists. It’s these men and women, who stick by victims long after the initial rescue, that are often the victims’ only true confidant. But all of the personnel in the world can’t keep revenge at bay, and in the end everything comes down to Flora and the ghosts from her past. If you want to learn more about Lisa Gardner, you can follow her on Facebook or Twitter (@LisaGardnerBks) visit her website. For more info and show notes: DIYMFA.com/086  

Shattered Lives Radio and host, Donna R. Gore, are proud to present yet another valuable resource and information for listeners. An in depth look at victim services will be the topic of the show, relating the expansion of services for victims of crime and violence. As Executive Director of Victim Assistance Program, Leanne Graham sees herself as a leader of the “second generation mass,” carrying the tradition of those who pioneered the victims’ rights movement in the 1970’s. Coming from a family with backgrounds in various areas of the criminal justice system, Graham has been exposed to it’s diversity, as well as it’s needs.

Issues concerning sexual and domestic violence