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Sexual assault prevention and resources for survivors in a post-Roe world

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Since the reversal of Roe v. Wade, there’s been a major uptick in public discussion about sexual assault and how the Supreme Court decision will impact survivors.

In this episode, we’re talking about what sexual assault prevention looks like in Nashville and what resources are available to survivors. We’ll start by speaking with two survivors about their experiences, including how they processed their trauma and what they want people to know about survivors of sexual assault.

We’ll also talk about prevention efforts, including education and bystander intervention training, and why those things are important in a city with a thriving nightlife scene. 

But first, we're joined by Kaiser Health News reporter Brett Kelman to learn about TennCare disenrollment, which is set to resume after a two-year pause due to the COVID-19 pandemic, and what it could mean for the families that rely on the program for healthcare.

Guests: 

  • Brett Kelman, Kaiser Health News reporter

  • Ashley, survivor

  • Kendall Parker, survivor, artist and advocate

  • Loren Fernandez Valentin, client navigator at the Sexual Assault Center

  • Lorraine McGuire, vice president of development and marketing at Sexual Assault Center

    • Additional resources: 

    • National sexual assault 24 hour hotline: 800.656.HOPE (4673) 

    • Tennessee’s statewide 24 hour hotline: 866.811.RISE (7473)

    • Our Kids, a clinic that provides medical evaluations and crisis counseling for child sexual abuse, as well as resources for survivors, family, and professionals. 

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