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Sexual Violence Prevention has long been viewed as a woman's issue. That is changing yet it is still a challenge to engage men in prevention work. This episode we sit down with Tim Mousseau to discuss what barriers there are to engaging men and how we can work toward breaking those barriers. 

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If you or someone you know wants assistance please call the National Hotline at 1−800−799−7233 or visit https://www.thehotline.org or the National Sexual Assault Helpline at 1-800-656-4673 or RAINN.org.

Music credits: 
The Vendetta by Stefan Kartenberg (c) copyright 2018 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) License. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/JeffSpeed68/58628 Ft: Apoxode 

The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are the host's own and might not represent the official views and opinions of the agencies in which they represent. 

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This week we sit down with Renee Courier Aumock, a survivor and advocate, to discuss her story! We dive into her experiences, her healing journey, and what helped her reach where she is now!

The book her story is included in "She Wins 2" can be purchased here.

Stay up to date with our episodes and happenings by following us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram, and please email any questions or feedback to [email protected].

If you or someone you know wants assistance please call the National Hotline at 1−800−799−7233 or visit https://www.thehotline.org or the National Sexual Assault Helpline at 1-800-656-4673 or RAINN.org.

Music credits: 
The Vendetta by Stefan Kartenberg (c) copyright 2018 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) License. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/JeffSpeed68/58628 Ft: Apoxode 

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Cindy Arevalo is a survivor of sexual abuse at the hands of one of her teachers. She recently released her book "Living in Silence: Finding My Voice, Claiming My Freedom" to break the silence she ones lived in.  In breaking the silence, Cindy tells how she found her voice and claimed her freedom, inviting others to do the same and take back control of the life they thought they could never get back. This episode discusses her book as well as things that we can all do to better aid survivors of sexual abuse.

If you are interested in reading her book and hearing her full story, please get her book! You can find the book here: bit.ly/livinginsilence.

If you want to follow Cindy on social media you can find her at her instagram @_cindy_arevalo!

Stay up to date with our episodes and happenings by following us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram, and please email any questions or feedback to [email protected].

If you or someone you know wants assistance please call the National Hotline at 1−800−799−7233 or visit https://www.thehotline.org or the National Sexual Assault Helpline at 1-800-656-4673 or RAINN.org.

Music credits: 
The Vendetta by Stefan Kartenberg (c) copyright 2018 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) License. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/JeffSpeed68/58628 Ft: Apoxode 

The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are the host's own and might not represent the official views and opinions of the agencies in which they represent. 

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Sometimes we don't always use the right language or know what words to use. This week our hosts discuss why the words we use are important and what we can do when we inevitably use the wrong ones.

Stay up to date with our episodes and happenings by following us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram, and please email any questions or feedback to [email protected].

If you or someone you know wants assistance please call the National Hotline at 1−800−799−7233 or visit https://www.thehotline.org or the National Sexual Assault Helpline at 1-800-656-4673 or RAINN.org.

Music credits: 
The Vendetta by Stefan Kartenberg (c) copyright 2018 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) License. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/JeffSpeed68/58628 Ft: Apoxode 

The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are the host's own and might not represent the official views and opinions of the agencies in which they represent. 

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Abuse can a difficult thing to understand, especially for people who haven't experienced it. This week we dive into a discussion on that theories are available to help people understand abuse and what their strengths and weaknesses are.

Stay up to date with our episodes and happenings by following us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram, and please email any questions or feedback to [email protected].

If you or someone you know wants assistance please call the National Hotline at 1−800−799−7233 or visit https://www.thehotline.org. 

Music credits: 
The Vendetta by Stefan Kartenberg (c) copyright 2018 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) License. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/JeffSpeed68/58628 Ft: Apoxode 

The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are the host's own and might not represent the official views and opinions of the agencies in which they represent. 

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With October being Domestic Violence Awareness Month, we felt it was time to revisit the basics of domestic violence!

Stay up to date with our episodes and happenings by following us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram, and please email any questions or feedback to [email protected].

If you or someone you know wants assistance please call the National Hotline at 1−800−799−7233 or visit https://www.thehotline.org. 

Music credits: 
The Vendetta by Stefan Kartenberg (c) copyright 2018 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) License. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/JeffSpeed68/58628 Ft: Apoxode 

The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are the host's own and might not represent the official views and opinions of the agencies in which they represent. 

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Conversations around domestic violence are often framed with men as the perpetrators but that isn't always the case. This week we sat down with Michael Beakhouse to discuss his audio drama "Tulips" that challenges audience stereotypes when it comes to domestic violence.

Find "Tulips" the audio drama here: bit.ly/Tulipsdrama
And be sure to follow Michael on Facebook and Twitter at @tulipstheplay!

Stay up to date with our episodes and happenings by following us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram, and please email any questions or feedback to [email protected].

If you or someone you know wants assistance please call the National Hotline at 1−800−799−7233 or visit https://www.thehotline.org. 

Music credits: 
The Vendetta by Stefan Kartenberg (c) copyright 2018 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) License. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/JeffSpeed68/58628 Ft: Apoxode 

The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are the host's own and might not represent the official views and opinions of the agencies in which they represent. 

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Sexual assault is often framed as happening only to women, which couldn't be farther from the truth. This week we are joined but John Krotec as he shares his story of victimization, his journey toward healing, and we discuss how "traditional masculinity" plays a barrier role in healing for male victims.

For more information on John and the amazing work that he is doing, head to JohnTKrotec.com.

Stay up to date with our episodes and happenings by following us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram, and please email any questions or feedback to [email protected].

If you or someone you know wants assistance please call the National Sexual Assault Helpline at 1-800-656-4673 or RAINN.org

Music credits: 
The Vendetta by Stefan Kartenberg (c) copyright 2018 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) License. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/JeffSpeed68/58628 Ft: Apoxode 

The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are the host's own and might not represent the official views and opinions of the agencies in which they represent. 

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Domestic and sexual violence impact everyone but certain things about us can create different and unique vulnerabilities to it. This week, our hosts discuss disability and how disabilities add unique challenges to those experiencing domestic or sexual violence.

Stay up to date with our episodes and happenings by following us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram, and please email any questions or feedback to [email protected].

If you or someone you know wants assistance please call the National Hotline at 1−800−799−7233 or visit https://www.thehotline.org. 

Music credits: 
The Vendetta by Stefan Kartenberg (c) copyright 2018 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) License. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/JeffSpeed68/58628 Ft: Apoxode 

The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are the host's own and might not represent the official views and opinions of the agencies in which they represent. 

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With the Olympics coming to a close, our hosts tackle to topic of women in sports, how they are represented, discussed, and treated simply for being women in sports.

Find the Respect Her Game report we mention this week HERE.

Stay up to date with our episodes and happenings by following us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram, and please email any questions or feedback to [email protected].

If you or someone you know wants assistance please call the National Sexual Assault Helpline at 1-800-656-4673 or RAINN.org

Music credits: 
The Vendetta by Stefan Kartenberg (c) copyright 2018 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) License. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/JeffSpeed68/58628 Ft: Apoxode 

The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are the host's own and might not represent the official views and opinions of the agencies in which they represent.