Join us for our second episode of Victim, Meet Advocate where we welcome our newest addition to the team, Vince, as well as discuss some important topic relating to Teen Dating Violence. Since 2010, the entire month of February has been dedicated to spreading awareness about TDV, join us as we celebrate 2022's motto: Talk About It and do just that!

Erin Castro Foundation: https://justiceforerin.org/erins-story

OneLove Foundation: https://www.joinonelove.org/

Made popular by Netflix, the show YOU follows the story of a bookstore manager named Joe Goldberg and his deadly obsession with a woman named Beck. In our pilot episode, Victim, Meet Advocate examined the first episode and it's portrayal of stalking as well as fanned out some tips for anyone who may be experiencing this. Learn more about how you can stay safe and get resources at: https://www.stalkingawareness.org/

Director of Gloucester Victim Witness, Cheerleading Coach, and planning a wedding, there isn't much our Director Chelsea Sowatskey doesn't do! Tune in to hear us chat about important aspects of being a director, a day-in-the-life, and how she unwinds in this final episode of Season One with Victim, Meet Advocate.

October is National Domestic Violence Awareness Month and this month we decided to bring light to a less discussed topic: How to help a friend in need. Join us as we discuss some ways you can help a loved one experiencing Domestic Violence while also ensuring your own wellbeing is preserved. 

One Love Foundation: https://www.joinonelove.org/

National Domestic Violence Hotline: https://www.thehotline.org/

Virginia Action Alliance: https://vsdvalliance.org/

Gloucester Victim Witness Assistance Program Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GloucesterVWAP/?ref=pages_you_manage

Join us for a different style of episode where we examine a real-life case and discuss the role of the victims and advocates within it. Victim, Meet Advocate dissects the crimes of Timothy Spencer, better known as the Southside Strangler. Please note, this episode features elements that may be disturbing to some listeners, so listener discretion is advised. 

Listen to the Southern Nightmare Podcast Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/southern-nightmare-the-hunt-for-the-south-side-strangler/id1375263580

A senior at Christopher Newport University, the daughter of United States diplomat, and an advocate for women's empowerment, there isn't much our Victim Witness Intern Olivia doesn't do! Join us as we interview our intern about her experiences in her role with us as well as her plans for the future. If you are looking to Intern with us, send our Director and email with you resume or find us on handshake.com!

Handshake: https://joinhandshake.com/

Chelsea Sowatskey, Director of Victim Witness (she/her): [email protected]

Note: This episode is also available on Serving Victim's Through The System

Join us as we switch up our usual content and chat with another locality central to us. With just an hour and a half travel time between these two jurisdictions, there are notable differences and similarities present. One of our hosts, Shannon Craven chats with the host of Serving Victims Through The System, Royall Bryan. Tune in to hear some interesting takes on burning questions in the field as well as find out how similar we really are!

Serving Victims Through the System: https://open.spotify.com/show/7Fm4c16PHPuzuoUlCa5jpU

Isle of Wight Victim Witness Services: https://www.co.isle-of-wight.va.us/our_services/victim_witness_assistance/index.php

Gloucester County Victim Services: https://www.gloucesterva.info/157/Victim-Witness-Assistance-Program

In today's episode, we will discuss some helpful tips to keep you and your loved ones safe in this last stretch of Summer as well as into Fall. Join us as we also discuss ways to stay safe both at home and while on vacation. 

Looking to join our team? We have an opening! Follow this link to apply: https://www.governmentjobs.com/jobs/3167111-0/part-time-victim-witness-advocate?utm_campaign=google_jobs_apply&utm_source=google_jobs_apply&utm_medium=organic

Just looking for an internship or want to get involved? Find us on Handshake: https://joinhandshake.com/

Follow us on Facebook (@GloucesterVWAP) for more tips and upcoming awareness days!