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April is nationally recognized as National Child Abuse Prevention Month. Our guests Faith Boehmer and Amy Hansen discuss proactive work to help prevent abuse and resources available for law enforcement, victims, and advocates with host Kirk Puckett.

The Child Advocacy Center (CAC) in Fayetteville, NC aims to alleviate the trauma children experience by creating a community of advocates. Through extensive programs, services, and activities, the CAC raises funds, brings awareness, and has created a safe and child-friendly space for children and families to receive comprehensive services.

For more information on the Child Advocacy Center, visit https://www.cacfaync.org/

View the upcoming events for the Child Advocacy Center! 

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The North Carolina Justice Academy celebrates Black History Month!

We honor those who have paved the way for law enforcement officials and first responders in the generations to come.

Join host Kirk Puckett and guests Caswell County Sheriff Tony Durden, Pitt County Sheriff Paula Dance, and Apex Chief of Police Jason Armstrong for this special celebration. Our guests discuss the challenges they’ve faced and the paths they’ve taken to become the influential and historic leaders they are today

For more information on each guest, please click the links below:

Sheriff Durden

Sheriff Dance

Chief Armstrong

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Human Trafficking is considered an “invisible crime” as it can take place at any point, and anyone can be a victim or trafficker. According to Hope for Justice, over 1 million people in the United States are living in conditions of modern slavery. These conditions include sex trafficking, forced prostitution, domestic servitude, criminal exploitation, etc.

The North Carolina Justice Academy is dedicated to helping lower these statistics and to ensure the safety of the citizens of North Carolina and beyond. Listen in on this encore presentation as host Kirk Puckett is joined by Jeff Bolettieri, Bill Loucks, and Richard Schoeber. They discuss what makes human trafficking an invisible crime and how law enforcement can help the victims of these crimes.

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This is an encore presentation. Original air date 1/20/2023

January is Human Trafficking Awareness Month. NCJA 10-14 is dedicated to helping the cause by sharing vital information about prevention and survivor assistance. North Carolina consistently ranks within the top 10 states with the most reported number of human trafficking cases. Every year, millions of people become victims of human trafficking, whether through sexual exploitation or forced labor. In 2018, Cumberland County had the highest number of human trafficking charges than any other county in North Carolina.

Join host Kirk Puckett and guests Faith Boehmer, Bengie Hair, Johnny Leonard, and Bobbi Mattocks, as they discuss their work with human trafficking survivors and their involvement in WORTH Court. WORTH stands for “We Overcome Recidivism Through Healing” and is the first Human Trafficking court of its kind in North Carolina.

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This is an encore presentation. Original episode air date: 1/6/2023

NCJA Director Trevor Allen joins host Kirk Puckett to discuss updates and plans for the North Carolina Justice Academy’s facilities and departments, ways we have improved in 2023, and what to look forward to with training and lessons in 2024.

We, the NCJA 10-14 Podcast Crew, thank you for listening and participating in our 2023 year. We have great things in store for 2024!

Happy Holidays, and have a fantastic New Year!

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November is National Family Caregivers Month. Join host Kirk Puckett in this episode of NCJA 10-14 as he talks to Denise Young, program manager with the Alzheimer’s Association – Western Carolina Chapter. They discuss how first responders can interact with caregivers and dementia patients during calls of emergency and crisis, and what resources are available to assist caregivers and first responders alike.

Additional Resources:

Alzheimer’s Association

Western Carolina Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Associaton

Project Lifesaver International

Safe Return Program

Safe Return for Law Enforcement

October is recognized as Domestic Violence Month. Join host Kirk Puckett with guests Nisha Williams, legal director with the NC Coalition Against Domestic Violence, and Cathy Roberson, Executive Director of the Cleveland County Abuse Prevention Council, as they discuss domestic violence, service providers, confidentiality restrictions, and working with law enforcement officers.

Domestic violence service providers cannot confirm or deny if a person is receiving or has received services when law enforcement is attempting to serve an arrest warrant or locate a missing person. When law enforcement is empowered with the knowledge  and understanding of these confidentiality boundaries, then they can provide better partnerships and relationships with their local domestic violence agencies.

Additional Resources:

Domestic Violence PSA

NC Coalition Against Domestic Violence 

Cleveland County Abuse Prevention Council

September is recognized as National Preparedness Month. Join host Kirk Puckett and guest Victoria Cortes as they discuss how to take action before, during, and after an emergency or disaster.

The Center for Disease Control and Prevention and 3,000 governments and health institutions support emergency preparedness efforts at the global, national, regional, and local levels. Every community should be ready to respond to an outbreak or disaster of varying degrees.

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Mental health and physical health go hand-in-hand. The Law Enforcement Mental Health and Wellness Act of 2017 recognized that law enforcement agencies need and deserve support to protect their employees’ mental health and well-being. This includes police officers, telecommunicators, detention officers, etc. Join host Kirk Puckett and guest Dr. Tina Jaeckle as they discuss mental health, trauma and vicarious trauma, and its effects on all areas of law enforcement.

For more information:

Dr. Tina Jaeckle’s Website

IACP Officer Safety and Wellness

Safe Call Now

Join host Kirk Puckett and guests New Bern Captain Marquie Morrison-Brown, Vice President of NCLEWA, and Retired Captain Henrietta Saunders of Mecklenburg County, as they discuss the North Carolina Law Enforcement Women’s Association, its goals, and how you can become a member!

Additional Resources:

NCLEWA