Utah Survivors

Susan Griffith is the Executive Director of Timpanogos Legal Center.  She has 30 years of experience in working with family law and domestic violence issues. Susan has been part-time faculty at Brigham Young University’s Law School since 1995.  She teaches clinical courses in Family Law, Domestic Violence Intervention, Child Advocacy as well as externship classes and skills-based courses.  Susan was a founding member of Timpanogos Legal Center and loves the challenge of finding ways to help more people and involve more attorneys in pro bono work.

TIMPANOGOS LEGAL CENTER IS A GROUP OF VOLUNTEER ATTORNEYS WHO PROVIDE FREE LEGAL ASSISTANCE. TLC’S PURPOSE IS TO PROVIDE LEGAL SERVICES, AND TO LIFT THOSE COUNSELED IN IMPROVING THEIR LIVES.
https://timplegal.com/
801-649-8895

Tuesday Night Clinic: 
Every Tuesday evening from 5:00-8:00 p.m. 
1st floor of the Health and Justice Building, located at 151 S. University Ave. in Provo

If you are victim of domestic violence and are seeking help there are resources available: 

National- http://ncadv.org/

Local- https://victimsofcrime.org/our-programs/past-programs/stalking-resource-center/stalking-laws/criminal-stalking-laws-by-state/utah

https://www.utahlegalservices.org/
https://www.legalaidsocietyofsaltlake.org/
https://timplegal.com/

http://www.utahvictimsclinic.org/ 

https://www.udvc.org/resources/get-help-now.html

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Part 2: Audrey May Prosper talks about her unique perspectives on forgiveness.

Connect with Audrey here: https://yourthrivetribe.com/

Music- “DNA by Na-G feat. Amber Lynn”

If you are victim of stalking and are seeking help there are resources available: 

National- http://ncadv.org/

Local- https://victimsofcrime.org/our-programs/past-programs/stalking-resource-center/stalking-laws/criminal-stalking-laws-by-state/utah

https://www.utahlegalservices.org/
https://www.legalaidsocietyofsaltlake.org/

http://www.utahvictimsclinic.org/ 

https://www.udvc.org/resources/get-help-now.html

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Part 1: Audrey May Prosper almost lost her life after being beaten and ultimately set on fire by her husband and father of her two children. Now, Audrey uses her voice for good by sharing how to thrive and the power of forgiveness.

Connect with Audrey here: https://yourthrivetribe.com/

Music- “DNA by Na-G feat. Amber Lynn”

If you are victim of stalking and are seeking help there are resources available: 

National- http://ncadv.org/

Local- https://victimsofcrime.org/our-programs/past-programs/stalking-resource-center/stalking-laws/criminal-stalking-laws-by-state/utah

https://www.utahlegalservices.org/
https://www.legalaidsocietyofsaltlake.org/

http://www.utahvictimsclinic.org/ 

https://www.udvc.org/resources/get-help-now.html

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Julie Stephenson is the director of the Utah Coalition Against Sexual Assault (UCASA). Julie believes in delivering trauma-informed, victim-centered services to victims of sexual assault.

In this episode we discuss the services UCASA provides and "rape myths".

"You Are A Survivor" mobile app: http://www.ucasa.org/app

If you or someone you know is a victim of rape here are some national and local resources to help-

National:
https://www.rainn.org/about-national-sexual-assault-telephone-hotline

https://victimsofcrime.org/help-for-crime-victims/national-hotlines-and-helpful-links

Local:
https://victimsofcrime.org/help-for-crime-victims/national-hotlines-and-helpful-links

http://www.utahvictimsclinic.org/

https://www.ucasa.org/resources

https://www.udvc.org/resources/get-help-now.html

This podcast is supported in part by grant 18W2025 from the Utah Office for Victims of Crime, awarded by the Office on Violence Against Women. The opinions, findings, conclusions, and recommendations expressed in this program are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of the Office on Violence Against Women, the U.S. Department of Justice or the Utah Office for Victims of Crime.

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Shanny is the definition of a survivor. Like a phoenix she has risen from adversity and trauma over and over again. Sexually and physically abused by her biological parents, Shanny was finally able to leave and after being in foster care for a time was placed in the home of an aunt and uncle. This uncle later groomed, and sexually abused and raped her. One day, Shanny to just not be home she decided to visit another Aunt and Uncle who didnt live that far away. She told them just a miniscule portion of her living conditions and they had her come live with them. Eventually, Shanny graduated from high school and started college. While in college Shanny struggled with depression and often isolated herself. Eventually, she moved back to the Salt Lake Valley to help another Aunt who was struggling to support herself and her kids. Overtime it became too much and Shanny bounced around from house to house until she found a wonderful family that brought her in and gave her the unconditional love she didn't know existed.

If you or someone you know is a victim of sexual assault, rape, or strangulation here are some links to help.

National:
https://www.rainn.org/about-national-sexual-assault-telephone-hotline

https://victimsofcrime.org/help-for-crime-victims/national-hotlines-and-helpful-links

Local:
https://victimsofcrime.org/help-for-crime-victims/national-hotlines-and-helpful-links

http://www.utahvictimsclinic.org/

https://www.ucasa.org/resources

https://www.udvc.org/resources/get-help-now.html

https://slcfamilyjusticecenter.org/

www.youniquefoundation.org

https://dcfs.utah.gov/

This podcast is supported in part by grant 18W2025 from the Utah Office for Victims of Crime, awarded by the Office on Violence Against Women. The opinions, findings, conclusions, and recommendations expressed in this program are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of the Office on Violence Against Women, the U.S. Department of Justice or the Utah Office for Victims of Crime.

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Kristin Hall is the Clinical Director of the Salt Lake Area Family Justice Center and SANE program. In this episode we talk about how nurses like Kristin help victims of crime, first responders and the justice system.

If you or someone you know is a victim of sexual assault, rape, or strangulation here are some links to help.

National:
https://www.rainn.org/about-national-sexual-assault-telephone-hotline

https://victimsofcrime.org/help-for-crime-victims/national-hotlines-and-helpful-links

Local:
https://victimsofcrime.org/help-for-crime-victims/national-hotlines-and-helpful-links

http://www.utahvictimsclinic.org/

https://www.ucasa.org/resources

https://www.udvc.org/resources/get-help-now.html

https://slcfamilyjusticecenter.org/

This podcast is supported in part by grant 18W2025 from the Utah Office for Victims of Crime, awarded by the Office on Violence Against Women. The opinions, findings, conclusions, and recommendations expressed in this program are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of the Office on Violence Against Women, the U.S. Department of Justice or the Utah Office for Victims of Crime.

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Jess was friends with a charming man when they started dating. After a few months things turned violent and she was strangled and raped. In this episode, Jess talks with Brandon and Alex about the complicated issues surrounding leaving a domestic violence relationship, strangulation, rape, and how to support loved ones who may be in similar situations.

Strangulation link from the episode: https://www.strangulationtraininginstitute.com/

If you or someone you know is a victim of sexual assault, rape, or strangulation here are some links to help.

National:
https://www.rainn.org/about-national-sexual-assault-telephone-hotline

https://victimsofcrime.org/help-for-crime-victims/national-hotlines-and-helpful-links

Local:
https://victimsofcrime.org/help-for-crime-victims/national-hotlines-and-helpful-links

http://www.utahvictimsclinic.org/

https://www.ucasa.org/resources

https://www.udvc.org/resources/get-help-now.html

This podcast is supported in part by grant 18W2025 from the Utah Office for Victims of Crime, awarded by the Office on Violence Against Women. The opinions, findings, conclusions, and recommendations expressed in this program are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of the Office on Violence Against Women, the U.S. Department of Justice or the Utah Office for Victims of Crime.

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Justin Boardman was attending a police conference and chose a presentation about how trauma affects the brain that ended up changing how he conducted interviews with sexual assault victims. Justin then co-authored, along with Donna Kelly, Utah Prosecution Council, a Trauma-Informed Victim Interview protocol for adult victims of sexual assault.

Justin now presents and consults locally in Utah and Nationally on a variety of subjects. His focus is to strengthen investigations in a victim-centered, suspect focused, and trauma-informed ways. He also believes in pushing culture change. Recently Justin left active police work to focus on culture change within the community he loves.

Visit www.justinboardman.com for more info.

If you or someone you know is a victim of sexual assault or rape here are some links to help.

National:
https://www.rainn.org/about-national-sexual-assault-telephone-hotline

https://victimsofcrime.org/help-for-crime-victims/national-hotlines-and-helpful-links

Local:
https://victimsofcrime.org/help-for-crime-victims/national-hotlines-and-helpful-links

http://www.utahvictimsclinic.org/

https://www.ucasa.org/resources

https://www.udvc.org/resources/get-help-now.html

This podcast is supported in part by grant 18W2025 from the Utah Office for Victims of Crime, awarded by the Office on Violence Against Women. The opinions, findings, conclusions, and recommendations expressed in this program are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of the Office on Violence Against Women, the U.S. Department of Justice or the Utah Office for Victims of Crime.

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Amelia Dennie's life now is beautiful. She's a full time student and mother while working and running a seperate business with her husband, but if you had met her in October 2014 it would be hard to believe she is the same person. Amelia was raped by a man she met on Tinder who after 2 years of a criminal trial walked free, even though he confessed to it on a recorded phone call and the rape kit corroborated that evidence. This week hear Amelia's story of triumph as a survivor of rape.

If you or someone you know is a victim of rape here are some national and local resources to help-

National:
https://www.rainn.org/about-national-sexual-assault-telephone-hotline

https://victimsofcrime.org/help-for-crime-victims/national-hotlines-and-helpful-links

Local:
https://victimsofcrime.org/help-for-crime-victims/national-hotlines-and-helpful-links

http://www.utahvictimsclinic.org/

https://www.ucasa.org/resources

https://www.udvc.org/resources/get-help-now.html

This podcast is supported in part by grant 18W2025 from the Utah Office for Victims of Crime, awarded by the Office on Violence Against Women. The opinions, findings, conclusions, and recommendations expressed in this program are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of the Office on Violence Against Women, the U.S. Department of Justice or the Utah Office for Victims of Crime.

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In this week's episode we talk with Josh Graves a prosecutor with the Salt Lake District Attorney's office about criminal stalking, the different purposes of plea deals, and tips for victims of stalking. 

Facts About Stalking:

• An estimated 6-7.5 million people are stalked in a one year period in the United States.
• 1 in 4 women and 1 in 13 men reported being a victim of stalking in their lifetime. 
• About half of all victims of stalking indicated that they were stalked before the age of 25.
• The majority of stalking victims are stalked by someone they know. Many victims are stalked by a current or former intimate partner, or by an acquaintance.  

Music- “DNA by Na-G feat. Amber Lynn”

If you are victim of stalking and are seeking help there are resources available- 

National:
https://victimsofcrime.org/our-programs/past-programs/stalking-resource-center/stalking-laws/criminal-stalking-laws-by-state/utah

https://www.stalkingawareness.org/

Local:
https://victimsofcrime.org/our-programs/past-programs/stalking-resource-center/stalking-laws/criminal-stalking-laws-by-state/utah

http://www.utahvictimsclinic.org/

https://www.utahlegalservices.org/

https://www.legalaidsocietyofsaltlake.org/

https://www.udvc.org/resources/get-help-now.html

This podcast is supported in part by grant 18W2025 from the Utah Office for Victims of Crime, awarded by the Office on Violence Against Women. The opinions, findings, conclusions, and recommendations expressed in this program are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of the Office on Violence Against Women, the U.S. Department of Justice or the Utah Office for Victims of Crime.

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