What Compassion Accomplishes WCA_Boise
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To share information, ideas and resources about domestic abuse and sexual assault. For service providers, survivors and the general public.
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17. Navigating the Legal System
In today's episode, Chris and Cory chat with Shayla Peel, Idaho Legal Aid attorney who helps survivors at the WCA. Shayla talks about her experiences working with law, common issues survivors face in the legal system, and words of validation and advice she would give to survivors. If you or someone you care about have experienced domestic, dating or sexual violence please call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1.800.799.7233 or one of the WCA's 24-hour hotlines at 208.343.7...
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16. Impacts of Violence on Women of Color
In today's episode, Cory and Chris chat with Maya Reneé, WCA Client Advocate and repeat guest on the What Compassion Accomplishes podcast. Maya talks about her experiences working with domestic violence and sexual assault in Montana and Idaho, the importance of communication and education, and the impacts of violence on women of color. If you or someone you care about have experienced domestic, dating or sexual violence please call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233 or o...
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15. How to Support Survivors While Supporting Yourself
In this episode, WCA's Clinical Services Manager Megan discusses how loved ones can support survivors while setting up boundaries that allow them to take care of themselves. If you or someone you care about have experienced domestic, dating or sexual violence please call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233 or one of the WCA's 24-hour hotlines (Sexual Assault: 208-345-7273; Domestic Abuse: 208.343.7025).Follow us on social media!@wca_boiseFor more in...
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14. Safety and the College Experience
In this episode, Grace (Fall intern for the WCA) and Emily discuss their experiences at college, what they wish they would have known going in, and what parents should teach their kids. If you or someone you care about have experienced domestic, dating or sexual violence please call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233 or one of the WCA's 24-hour hotlines (Sexual Assault: 208-345-7273; Domestic Abuse: 208.343.7025).Follow us on social media!@wca_boiseFor more i...
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13. Fighting for Safety: Taryn's Story
In this episode of What Compassion Accomplishes we meet Taryn Robinson, the WCA's Court Advocate Manager. A firefighter turned social worker, listen to her journey of continuing to fight for safety and female empowerment, just in a different context. "Sometimes we think we have to be able to solve people's problems when really all they need is for somebody to believe them, for somebody to listen to what they're saying and to provide compassion." - Taryn RobinsonIf you or someone you care abou...
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12. Working for Change -- A Survivor's Story
TW: Sexual assaultIn today's episode of What Compassion Accomplishes, Cory and Chris talk with TL Robinson, survivor, CEO and speaker. They discuss the stigma and trauma associated with sexual assault, and TL shares how her experience as a survivor motivated her to create an app that allows sexual assault survivors (and supporters and advocates) to share their experiences in a safe community. If you or someone you care about have experienced domestic, dating or sexual violence please call the...