Host Ben Hoekstra sits down with Carmen Pitre, President and CEO of Sojourner Family Peace Center, to discuss domestic violence in Milwaukee and the resources available for survivors.

To learn more, visit:

Sojourner Family Peace Center

The Domestic Violence Hotline is 414.933.2722.

Action Steps:

Carmen’s action steps include:

1. Be a safe space for others–listen and believe people when they share with you.

2. Educate yourself about the resources available around domestic violence and be an informed voter

Learn more about our sponsor, Trinity Fellows at Marquette University.

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In addition to full time studies, Fellows are placed at nonprofit organizations in the Milwaukee area, where they work in meaningful roles.

Financial benefits include a full tuition scholarship and a monthly stipend.

Student Application Deadline is January 15, 2022

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Music by Casey Masters.