An Ounce of Prevention with Women In Distress

February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month (CHECK OUT OUR FULL TDVAM TOOLKIT HERE!) We are so excited and grateful to bring you this conversation featuring two amazing high school students and one of our awesome prevention educators. We uncovered so many great gems and perspectives! EPISODE INFORMATION HostGuestsMusic by https://www.silvermansound.com/You can also find us on social media, including more TDVAM content and ideas in February: https://widbroward.org/event/teen-dating-violence-awareness-month/https://www.facebook.com/WomenInDistress@WomenInDistress@TheRelationshipSpectrum@TheRelationshipSpectrumABOUT THE PODCAST "An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure." This show, brought to you by the Education & Prevention team at Women In Distress in Broward County, FL is building awareness to end domestic violence. Each episode, we’ll be breaking down different aspects of the work – we’ll talk to survivors, advocates, community members, and others to explore the things that are happening right now and the work that still needs to be done. ABOUT WOMEN IN DISTRESS Women In Distress is the only state-certified, nationally accredited domestic violence center serving Broward County, Florida. Our mission is "To stop domestic abuse for everyone through intervention, education, and advocacy." https://www.womenindistress.org/ GET HELP: Women In Distress (Broward County)24/7 Crisis Hotline: (954) 761-1133 https://www.womenindistress.org/1-800-500-1199 Find your local Florida DV center: https://www.myflfamilies.com/service-programs/domestic-violencehttps://www.fldvtraining.org/741741https://www.crisistextline.org/1-800-799-SAFE (7233)https://www.thehotline.org/988https://988lifeline.org/ 1-866-331-9474 https://www.loveisrespect.org/

It's 2024! In this first episode of the new year, we hear from a survivor who shares her story with us, reflecting on her experience and how she is finding her voice to educate, empower, and inspire others. EPISODE INFORMATION HostGuestAshlieMusic by https://www.silvermansound.com/Interested in learning more? Check out more about Women In Distress on our website : https://www.womenindistress.org/ You can also find us on social media: https://www.facebook.com/WomenInDistresshttps://www.instagram.com/womenindistresshttps://www.instagram.com/WID_Teenhttps://www.tiktok.com/@therelationshipspectrumABOUT THE PODCAST "An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure." This show, brought to you by the Education & Prevention team at Women In Distress in Broward County, FL is building awareness to end domestic violence. Each episode, we’ll be breaking down different aspects of the work – we’ll talk to survivors, advocates, community members, and others to explore the things that are happening right now and the work that still needs to be done. ABOUT WOMEN IN DISTRESS Women In Distress is the only state-certified, nationally accredited domestic violence center serving Broward County, Florida. Our mission is "To stop domestic abuse for everyone through intervention, education, and advocacy." https://www.womenindistress.org/ GET HELP: Women In Distress (Broward County)24/7 Crisis Hotline: (954) 761-1133 https://www.womenindistress.org/1-800-500-1199 Find your local Florida DV center: https://www.myflfamilies.com/service-programs/domestic-violence1-800-799-SAFE (7233)https://www.thehotline.org/988https://988lifeline.org/

The holidays are a joyous time for many; yet for others, it can be challenging. For domestic violence survivors, it is often complicated and complex. Join us for an enlightening and inspiring conversation about DV and the holidays, and how WID helps to center healing and joy this time of year. Want to donate a toy to a family in need experiencing DV? Learn all about it: FlyerQuestions/Schedule a Drop-OffEPISODE INFO: HostGuestMusic by https://www.silvermansound.com/You can also find us on social media: Facebook@WomenInDistress@TheRelationshipSpectrum@TheRelationshipSpectrumABOUT THE PODCAST "An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure." This show, brought to you by the Education & Prevention team at Women In Distress in Broward County, FL is building awareness to end domestic violence. Each episode, we’ll be breaking down different aspects of the work – we’ll talk to survivors, advocates, community members, and others to explore the things that are happening right now and the work that still needs to be done. ABOUT WOMEN IN DISTRESS Women In Distress is the only state-certified, nationally accredited domestic violence center serving Broward County, Florida. Our mission is "To stop domestic abuse for everyone through intervention, education, and advocacy." https://www.womenindistress.org/ GET HELP: Women In Distress (Broward County)24/7 Crisis Hotline: (954) 761-1133 https://www.womenindistress.org/1-800-500-1199 Find your local Florida DV center: https://www.myflfamilies.com/service-programs/domestic-violencehttps://www.fldvtraining.org/741741https://www.crisistextline.org/1-800-799-SAFE (7233)https://www.thehotline.org/988https://988lifeline.org/ 1-866-331-9474 https://www.loveisrespect.org/

It's Domestic Violence Awareness Month!! Hear all about how to get involved in advocacy and awareness - from book club picks to events and ideas about what it means to "Stand Up, Speak Out". CHECK OUT THE FULL DVAM TOOLKIT HERE! EPISODE INFORMATION HostGuestMusic by https://www.silvermansound.com/You can also find us on social media, including more DVAM content and ideas in October: https://www.facebook.com/WomenInDistress@WomenInDistress@TheRelationshipSpectrum@TheRelationshipSpectrumABOUT THE PODCAST "An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure." This show, brought to you by the Education & Prevention team at Women In Distress in Broward County, FL is building awareness to end domestic violence. Each episode, we’ll be breaking down different aspects of the work – we’ll talk to survivors, advocates, community members, and others to explore the things that are happening right now and the work that still needs to be done. ABOUT WOMEN IN DISTRESS Women In Distress is the only state-certified, nationally accredited domestic violence center serving Broward County, Florida. Our mission is "To stop domestic abuse for everyone through intervention, education, and advocacy." https://www.womenindistress.org/ GET HELP: Women In Distress (Broward County)24/7 Crisis Hotline: (954) 761-1133 https://www.womenindistress.org/1-800-500-1199 Find your local Florida DV center: https://www.myflfamilies.com/service-programs/domestic-violencehttps://www.fldvtraining.org/741741https://www.crisistextline.org/1-800-799-SAFE (7233)https://www.thehotline.org/988https://988lifeline.org/ 1-866-331-9474 https://www.loveisrespect.org/

This September, we honor and reflect on Suicide Prevention Month. This episode features a conversation with experienced hotline advocate and trainer, Andrene Baxter, about what advocacy looks like on a DV hotline, including accessibility, safety planning, assessing for risk, and providing support to callers who may be in crisis. Hotlines are a key way survivors of DV get connected to help, as well as a validating space for support, information, and access to resources. EPISODE INFORMATION HostGuestMusic by https://www.silvermansound.com/CONTENT WARNINGYou can also find us on social media - stay tuned for DVAM in October: https://www.facebook.com/WomenInDistress@WomenInDistress@TheRelationshipSpectrum@TheRelationshipSpectrumABOUT THE PODCAST "An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure." This show, brought to you by the Education & Prevention team at Women In Distress in Broward County, FL is building awareness to end domestic violence. Each episode, we’ll be breaking down different aspects of the work – we’ll talk to survivors, advocates, community members, and others to explore the things that are happening right now and the work that still needs to be done. ABOUT WOMEN IN DISTRESS Women In Distress is the only state-certified, nationally accredited domestic violence center serving Broward County, Florida. Our mission is "To stop domestic abuse for everyone through intervention, education, and advocacy." https://www.womenindistress.org/ GET HELP: Women In Distress (Broward County)24/7 Crisis Hotline: (954) 761-1133 https://www.womenindistress.org/1-800-500-1199 Find your local Florida DV center: https://www.myflfamilies.com/service-programs/domestic-violencehttps://www.fldvtraining.org/741741https://www.crisistextline.org/1-800-799-SAFE (7233)https://www.thehotline.org/988https://988lifeline.org/ 1-866-331-9474 https://www.loveisrespect.org/

We understand that domestic violence is a social issue, not a private one. Survivors are our neighbors, friends, family members, and even our fellow worshippers. In this episode, we talked with Julie Bonn Blank about her story, her work, and what advocacy and support in faith-based spaces looks like. EPISODE INFORMATION HostGuestJulie Bonn BlankARMS/Abuse Recovery Ministry Serviceshttps://www.innocentjourneys.comMusic byShane IversEpisode resources: Ten Things You Should Know When Helping a Survivor50 Reasons Women Stay15 Warning SignsHer Journey groupsAbuse Recovery Ministry ServicesSocial Media: Facebook@WomenInDistressInstagramTikTokABOUT THE PODCAST "An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure." This show, brought to you by the Education & Prevention team at Women In Distress in Broward County, FL is building awareness to end domestic violence. Each episode, we break down different aspects of the work with survivors, advocates, community members, and others to explore the things that are happening right now and what still needs to be done. ABOUT WOMEN IN DISTRESS Women In Distress is the only state-certified, nationally accredited DV center serving Broward County, FL. Our mission: "To stop domestic abuse for everyone through intervention, education, and advocacy." GET HELP: Women In Distress (Broward County)24/7 Crisis Hotline: (954) 761-1133 https://www.womenindistress.org/1-800-500-1199 Find your local Florida DV center: https://www.myflfamilies.com/service-programs/domestic-violence1-800-799-SAFE (7233)https://www.thehotline.org/988https://988lifeline.org/

June is Pride Month! Tune in to an enlightening conversation we had with Emil Rudicell, a knowledgeable and compassionate advocate who has extensive experience working in anti-violence initiatives, including primary prevention of DV/TDV, and LGBTQ+ equity and inclusivity. We talk about relationship abuse, warning signs, inclusivity, and most importantly, ways that each of us can support survivors and promote safety for and inclusion for everyone in our lives, in our work, and in our communities. EPISODE INFORMATION HostGuestMusic by https://www.silvermansound.com/https://forge-forward.org/https://www.ustranssurvey.org/reportshttps://lgbtqipvinstitute.org/Check us out on our social media: https://www.facebook.com/WomenInDistresshttps://www.instagram.com/womenindistresshttps://www.instagram.com/WID_TeenABOUT THE PODCAST "An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure." This show, brought to you by the Education & Prevention team at Women In Distress in Broward County, FL is building awareness to end domestic violence. Each episode, we’ll be breaking down different aspects of the work – we’ll talk to survivors, advocates, community members, and others to explore the things that are happening right now and the work that still needs to be done. ABOUT WOMEN IN DISTRESS Women In Distress is the only state-certified, nationally accredited domestic violence center serving Broward County, Florida. Our mission is "To stop domestic abuse for everyone through intervention, education, and advocacy." https://www.womenindistress.org/ GET HELP: Women In Distress (Broward County)24/7 Crisis Hotline: (954) 761-1133 https://www.womenindistress.org/1-800-500-1199 Find your local Florida DV center: https://www.myflfamilies.com/service-programs/domestic-violence1-800-799-SAFE (7233)https://www.thehotline.org/988https://988lifeline.org/

On this episode of ‘An Ounce of Prevention with Women In Distress’, we are excited to be featuring the inaugural episode of a new podcast from the Mental Health Promotion Action Team at United Way of Broward County’s Commission on Behavioral Health and Drug Prevention: ‘United for Mental Health & Wellness’. Each episode they publish will focus on a different topic within mental health, starting with this one on Mental Health 101. WID is excited to be involved in this project through production support, and we hope you’ll continue to stay tuned to both ‘An Ounce of Prevention and ‘United for Mental Health & Wellness’. Subscribe to "United for Mental Health & Wellness" on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or Google Podcasts.www.drugfreebroward.org Check us out on our social media: https://www.facebook.com/WomenInDistresshttps://www.instagram.com/womenindistresshttps://www.instagram.com/WID_Teenhttps://www.tiktok.com/@therelationshipspectrum ABOUT OUR PODCAST "An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure." This show, brought to you by the Education & Prevention team at Women In Distress in Broward County, FL is building awareness to end domestic violence. Each episode, we’ll be breaking down different aspects of the work – we’ll talk to survivors, advocates, community members, and others to explore the things that are happening right now and the work that still needs to be done. ABOUT WOMEN IN DISTRESS Women In Distress is the only state-certified, nationally accredited domestic violence center serving Broward County, Florida. Our mission is "To stop domestic abuse for everyone through intervention, education, and advocacy." https://www.womenindistress.org/ GET HELP: Women In Distress (Broward County)24/7 Crisis Hotline: (954) 761-1133 https://www.womenindistress.org/1-800-500-1199 Find your local Florida DV center: https://www.myflfamilies.com/service-programs/domestic-violence1-800-799-SAFE (7233)https://www.thehotline.org/988https://988lifeline.org/

April is Child Abuse Prevention Month (as well as Sexual Assault Awareness & Prevention Month). Join us for a conversation with Cherie Benjoseph, LCSW. We discuss her work at The Center for Child Counseling, especially primary prevention efforts with kids, parents, and others in the community that aim to stop child sexual abuse and promote healthy behaviors and safe families. EPISODE INFORMATION HostGuestshttps://www.centerforchildcounseling.org/Music by https://www.silvermansound.com/Check us out on our social media: https://www.facebook.com/WomenInDistresshttps://www.instagram.com/womenindistresshttps://www.instagram.com/WID_TeenABOUT THE PODCAST "An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure." This show, brought to you by the Education & Prevention team at Women In Distress in Broward County, FL is building awareness to end domestic violence. Each episode, we’ll be breaking down different aspects of the work – we’ll talk to survivors, advocates, community members, and others to explore the things that are happening right now and the work that still needs to be done. ABOUT WOMEN IN DISTRESS Women In Distress is the only state-certified, nationally accredited domestic violence center serving Broward County, Florida. Our mission is "To stop domestic abuse for everyone through intervention, education, and advocacy." https://www.womenindistress.org/ GET HELP: Women In Distress (Broward County)24/7 Crisis Hotline: (954) 761-1133 https://www.womenindistress.org/1-800-500-1199 Find your local Florida DV center: https://www.myflfamilies.com/service-programs/domestic-violence1-800-799-SAFE (7233)https://www.thehotline.org/988https://988lifeline.org/

This Women's History Month 2023, we hear from a survivor who shares her story and how she has regained her power and her voice. We also talk with a member of WID's Development Team about the way our organization finds ways for the community to support survivors. We also discuss more information about our #KissDomesticViolenceGoodbye initiative this month! More on our Instagram (@WomenInDistress) EPISODE INFORMATION HostGuests:CherMaddison ClyneMusic by https://www.silvermansound.com/Interested in learning more? Check out more about Women In Distress on our website : https://www.womenindistress.org/ You can also find us on social media: https://www.facebook.com/WomenInDistresshttps://www.instagram.com/womenindistresshttps://www.instagram.com/WID_Teenhttps://www.tiktok.com/@therelationshipspectrumABOUT THE PODCAST "An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure." This show, brought to you by the Education & Prevention team at Women In Distress in Broward County, FL is building awareness to end domestic violence. Each episode, we’ll be breaking down different aspects of the work – we’ll talk to survivors, advocates, community members, and others to explore the things that are happening right now and the work that still needs to be done. ABOUT WOMEN IN DISTRESS Women In Distress is the only state-certified, nationally accredited domestic violence center serving Broward County, Florida. Our mission is "To stop domestic abuse for everyone through intervention, education, and advocacy." https://www.womenindistress.org/ GET HELP: Women In Distress (Broward County)24/7 Crisis Hotline: (954) 761-1133 https://www.womenindistress.org/1-800-500-1199 Find your local Florida DV center: https://www.myflfamilies.com/service-programs/domestic-violence1-800-799-SAFE (7233)https://www.thehotline.org/988https://988lifeline.org/

This Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month 2023, we hear from a TDV survivor who shares her story and how she uses her experience to help others and prevent violence. EPISODE INFORMATION HostGuest"Ed: My Shadow, Not My Friend" hereMusic by https://www.silvermansound.com/Interested in learning more? Check out other TDVAM events happening at WID this month: https://www.womenindistress.org/events/february-tdvam/ You can also find us on social media: https://www.facebook.com/WomenInDistresshttps://www.instagram.com/womenindistresshttps://www.instagram.com/WID_Teenhttps://www.tiktok.com/@therelationshipspectrumABOUT THE PODCAST "An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure." This show, brought to you by the Education & Prevention team at Women In Distress in Broward County, FL is building awareness to end domestic violence. Each episode, we’ll be breaking down different aspects of the work – we’ll talk to survivors, advocates, community members, and others to explore the things that are happening right now and the work that still needs to be done. ABOUT WOMEN IN DISTRESS Women In Distress is the only state-certified, nationally accredited domestic violence center serving Broward County, Florida. Our mission is "To stop domestic abuse for everyone through intervention, education, and advocacy." https://www.womenindistress.org/ GET HELP: Women In Distress (Broward County)24/7 Crisis Hotline: (954) 761-1133 https://www.womenindistress.org/1-800-500-1199 Find your local Florida DV center: https://www.myflfamilies.com/service-programs/domestic-violence1-800-799-SAFE (7233)https://www.thehotline.org/988https://988lifeline.org/ (800) 931-2237https://www.nationaleatingdisorders.org/help-support/contact-helpline

This Domestic Violence Awareness Month (October 2022), we aim to get at the heart of the question, what is domestic violence? Join us as we talk through various types of abuse (#BeyondTheBruises), why victims stay, and other key aspects of understanding domestic violence. And of course, most importantly, learn about ways we can all turn our knowledge and awareness into greater action. EPISODE INFORMATION HostGuestsMusic by https://www.silvermansound.com/Interested in learning more? Check out other DVAM events happening at WID this month: https://www.womenindistress.org/events/domestic-violence-awareness-month/ You can also find us on social media: https://www.facebook.com/WomenInDistresshttps://www.instagram.com/womenindistresshttps://www.instagram.com/WID_TeenABOUT THE PODCAST "An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure." This show, brought to you by the Education & Prevention team at Women In Distress in Broward County, FL is building awareness to end domestic violence. Each episode, we’ll be breaking down different aspects of the work – we’ll talk to survivors, advocates, community members, and others to explore the things that are happening right now and the work that still needs to be done. ABOUT WOMEN IN DISTRESS Women In Distress is the only state-certified, nationally accredited domestic violence center serving Broward County, Florida. Our mission is "To stop domestic abuse for everyone through intervention, education, and advocacy." https://www.womenindistress.org/ GET HELP: Women In Distress (Broward County)24/7 Crisis Hotline: (954) 761-1133 https://www.womenindistress.org/1-800-500-1199 Find your local Florida DV center: https://www.myflfamilies.com/service-programs/domestic-violence1-800-799-SAFE (7233)https://www.thehotline.org/988https://988lifeline.org/

Check out the video for this episode here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-_umWXOcTrI In this video episode of the "An Ounce of Prevention" podcast, we hear from members of the Family Services team at WID and learn about the advocacy and therapy work they do with children and families who have been impacted by domestic violence. Tune in to this and our previous two episodes to learn more! Music in this episode by: Shane Ivers at https://www.silvermansound.com/ ABOUT THE PODCAST "An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure." This show, brought to you by the Education & Prevention team at Women In Distress in Broward County, FL is building awareness to end domestic violence. Each episode, we’ll be breaking down different aspects of the work – we’ll talk to survivors, advocates, community members, and others to explore the things that are happening right now and the work that still needs to be done. https://www.womenindistress.org/about... ABOUT WOMEN IN DISTRESS Women In Distress is the only state-certified, nationally accredited domestic violence center serving Broward County, Florida. Our mission is "To stop domestic abuse for everyone through intervention, education, and advocacy." https://www.womenindistress.org/ GET HELP: If you are in immediate danger: Call 9-1-1 Women In Distress (Broward County): 24/7 Crisis Hotline: (954) 761-1133 | TTY/TDD: (954) 527-5385 | https://www.womenindistress.org/ FL Statewide DV Hotline: 1-800-500-1199 National DV Hotline: 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) | Text "START" to 88788 | https://www.thehotline.org/

How can we support youth in having healthy relationships? What is it like to go into classrooms and talk about relationships with students? What even IS violence prevention work? Join us for a conversation with the Primary Prevention team at Women In Distress to learn about the work they do in schools and in the community to promote healthy relationships and change our world for the better! February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month (#WearOrange), and with our theme this year of "Be Kind To Your Mind" we're highlighting the importance of youth mental health, including healthy relationships with themselves and others! More info about what Women In Distress is doing for TDVAM here. More info about LoveIsRespect, a great national resource for TDV prevention and healthy relationships education! EPISODE INFORMATION HostGuestsMusic by https://www.silvermansound.com/ABOUT THE PODCAST "An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure." This show, brought to you by the Education & Prevention team at Women In Distress in Broward County, FL is building awareness to end domestic violence. Each episode, we’ll be breaking down different aspects of the work – we’ll talk to survivors, advocates, community members, and others to explore the things that are happening right now and the work that still needs to be done. ABOUT WOMEN IN DISTRESS Women In Distress is the only state-certified, nationally accredited domestic violence center serving Broward County, Florida. Our mission is "To stop domestic abuse for everyone through intervention, education, and advocacy." https://www.womenindistress.org/ GET HELP: Women In Distress (Broward County)4/7 Crisis Hotline: (954) 761-1133 https://www.womenindistress.org/1-800-500-1199 Find your local Florida DV center: https://www.myflfamilies.com/service-programs/domestic-violence1-800-799-SAFE (7233)https://www.thehotline.org/

February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month! Stay tuned for a new episode, featuring the amazing Women In Distress primary prevention educators. And in the meantime, "Be Kind To Your Mind!" More TDVAM Events, Activities, & Info

In this inaugural episode of the "An Ounce of Prevention" podcast (launched during Domestic Violence Awareness Month in October 2021) we'll hear the perspective at the core of understanding domestic violence – the survivor’s. This episode features an interview between the Family Services Manager at Women In Distress and a survivor who, along with her child, has received services with us at WID. Episode Information: HostInterviewerGuestMusic by https://www.silvermansound.com/ABOUT THE PODCAST "An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure." This show, brought to you by the Education & Prevention team at Women In Distress in Broward County, FL is building awareness to end domestic violence. Each episode, we’ll be breaking down different aspects of the work – we’ll talk to survivors, advocates, community members, and others to explore the things that are happening right now and the work that still needs to be done. ABOUT WOMEN IN DISTRESS Women In Distress is the only state-certified, nationally accredited domestic violence center serving Broward County, Florida. Our mission is "To stop domestic abuse for everyone through intervention, education, and advocacy." https://www.womenindistress.org/ GET HELP: Women In Distress (Broward County)4/7 Crisis Hotline: (954) 761-1133 https://www.womenindistress.org/1-800-500-1199 Find your local Florida DV center: https://www.myflfamilies.com/service-programs/domestic-violence1-800-799-SAFE (7233)https://www.thehotline.org/