In this powerful episode of On The Clock, host Todd Dallas Lamb speaks with Julie Myers, Chief Executive Officer of the One Love Foundation and former Women's Lacrosse Coach at the University of Virginia. Julie shares her personal connection to the foundation’s mission, as she coached Yardley Love, a UVA lacrosse player tragically murdered by her boyfriend in 2010. This heartbreaking event led to the creation of the One Love Foundation by Yardley's family, aiming to educate young people about the warning signs of relationship abuse.

Julie reflects on Yardley's bright spirit and the shocking reality of her death, which highlighted the widespread and often overlooked issue of domestic violence among young adults. She discusses the importance of the foundation's work in helping students recognize unhealthy behaviors and prevent abusive relationships.

The conversation delves into the tools and programs One Love provides, from workshops for middle and high school students to more advanced resources for college campuses. Julie emphasizes the importance of prevention education and fostering healthy relationships. She also touches on the challenge of keeping these valuable resources free for everyone, and how the foundation relies on donations and partnerships to continue their impactful work.

Listeners are encouraged to support One Love’s mission and help spread awareness about relationship abuse, potentially saving lives and improving relationships for future generations.

Timestamps

00:00 Yardley: compassionate, inclusive, versatile, lacrosse team player.

06:20 Realized George's manipulative behavior only after trial.

09:50 Different workshops on abuse awareness and prevention.

11:34 Discussing lacrosse culture's shock after Yardley's tragedy.

14:10 Making life-changing relationship education free for everyone.

Connect with Julie Myers

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/julie-myers-b26412142

Website: https://www.joinonelove.org/