Explorez tous les épisodes du podcast MOmentum for Change: Voices of the Missouri Movement
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| MOmentum for Change Season 5, Episode 11: Inspiring Hope with Leslie Williams | 02 nov. 2026 | 01:01:02 | |
When survivors speaking up about violence, they break down isolation, empower others, and shine a light on the darkness where violence thrives. In this episode of MOmentum for Change, Missouri victim advocate and survivor, Leslie Williams, shares her story of domestic violence, healing, and her courageous efforts to inspire hope and be a voice for change. Some episodes of MOmentum for Change have conversations that include content and descriptions of domestic and sexual violence, which may be alarming or activating for some listeners. Please take care and visit the MOCADSV Directory to connect with supportive services: https://www.mocadsv.org/how-to-get-help/. The views and opinions expressed by the guests on the MOmentum Podcast are their own and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of MOCADSV. MOCADSV is a nonpartisan 501(c)(3) organization and does not endorse or oppose any candidate or political party. The opinions in this podcast are based on the knowledge or experiences of the author and guests, and should not be used in place of actual legal or financial advice. You should seek appropriate counsel regarding the implementation of the ideas expressed. | |||
| MOmentum for Change Season 5, Episode 10: Sarah Weinman on Without Consent | 02 oct. 2026 | 01:02:59 | |
Sarah Weinman, "Writer, Editor, Crime Lady," joins MOCADSV to discuss her most recent book, Without Consent: A Landmark Trial and the Decades-Long Struggle to Make Spousal Rape a Crime. Weinman shares insights on the 1978 Rideout trial, the nationwide struggle to make spousal rape a crime, and intersecting connections these efforts have with Missouri's anti-violence movement. She also shares thoughts on the legacy of the trial as well as ongoing opportunities for change. Notes:
Some episodes of MOmentum for Change have conversations that include content and descriptions of domestic and sexual violence, which may be alarming or activating for some listeners. Please take care and visit the MOCADSV Directory to connect with supportive services: https://www.mocadsv.org/how-to-get-help/. The views and opinions expressed by the guests on the MOmentum Podcast are their own and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of MOCADSV. MOCADSV is a nonpartisan 501(c)(3) organization and does not endorse or oppose any candidate or political party. The opinions in this podcast are based on the knowledge or experiences of the author and guests, and should not be used in place of actual legal or financial advice. You should seek appropriate counsel regarding the implementation of the ideas expressed. | |||
| MOmentum for Change: Season 5, Episode 9: Youth Leadership and Culture Change with SafeBAE | 09 sept. 2026 | 01:08:50 | |
SafeBAE is a nationwide sexual violence prevention organization, formed by survivors and led by young people. Two of SafeBAE's co-founders, siblings Daisy Coleman and Charly Coleman, are from Maryville, Missouri. Daisy and Charly are subjects of the documentary film, Audrie and Daisy, which celebrates its 10th anniversary of being released this year. In this episode of MOmentum for Change, SafeBAE staff, Shael Norris and Drew Davis discuss the impact of the documentary, Daisy's legacy, and their current work to prevent sexual violence with youth, teens, and college students. Notes:
Some episodes of MOmentum for Change have conversations that include content and descriptions of domestic and sexual violence, which may be alarming or activating for some listeners. Please take care and visit the MOCADSV Directory to connect with supportive services. The opinions in this podcast are based on the knowledge or experiences of the author and guests, and should not be used in place of actual legal or financial advice. You should seek appropriate counsel regarding the implementation of the ideas expressed. | |||
| Momentum for Change Season 5, Episode 8: Changing Laws, Changing Lives with Representative Cecelie Williams | 11 août 2026 | 00:55:12 | |
MOCADSV's motto has long been "we change laws, we change lives". These policies are moved forward in partnership with advocates, survivors, and lawmakers. One lawmaker and survivor, who has actively changed laws and changed lives throughout the 2026 legislative session is State Representative Ceclie Williams, who joins MOCADSV for a discussion on passing the divorce while pregnant bill, among other policies that have a positive impact on survivors of domestic and sexual violence. Some episodes of MOmentum for Change have conversations that include content and descriptions of domestic and sexual violence, which may be alarming or activating for some listeners. Please take care and visit the MOCADSV Directory to connect with supportive services: https://www.mocadsv.org/how-to-get-help/. The views and opinions expressed by the guests on the Momentum Podcast are their own and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of MOCADSV. MOCADSV is a nonpartisan 501(c)(3) organization and does not endorse or oppose any candidate or political party. The opinions in this podcast are based on the knowledge or experiences of the author and guests, and should not be used in place of actual legal or financial advice. You should seek appropriate counsel regarding the implementation of the ideas expressed. | |||
| MOmentum for Change Season 5, Episode 7: Catching Lightning with Patty Prewitt and Jane Prewitt Watkins | 01 juil. 2026 | 01:06:21 | |
Patty Prewitt spent almost 40 years in prison for a crime that she has always maintained she did not commit. One of Patty's attorneys described the challenge of getting out of prison when innocence is your only defense, as "trying to catch lightning in a jar". Patty finally caught lightning in 2024 when she was released from prison and recently published two books describing her experience. In this episode of MOmentum for Change, Patty and her daughter Jane Prewitt Watkins, discuss sexual abuse in prison, the clemency process, and Patty's books, Trying to Catch Lightning in a Jar and Catching Lightning. Notes:
Some episodes of MOmentum for Change have conversations that include content and descriptions of domestic and sexual violence, which may be alarming or activating for some listeners. Please take care and visit the MOCADSV Directory to connect with supportive services: https://www.mocadsv.org/how-to-get-help/. The opinions in this podcast are based on the knowledge or experiences of the author and guests, and should not be used in place of actual legal or financial advice. You should seek appropriate counsel regarding the implementation of the ideas expressed. | |||
| MOmentum for Change Season 5, Episode 6: Elder Abuse with Jessica Rooks and Catherine Vannier | 03 juin 2026 | 01:03:18 | |
Elder Abuse is closely related to domestic and sexual violence, and many advocacy organizations encounter it regularly in their services to survivors. In this episode of MOmentum for Change, Jessica Rooks, an Attorney with The Rooks Law Firm and Catherine Vannier, Special Victims Resource Prosecutor at the Missouri Office of Prosecution Services, talk about the nature and dynamics of elder abuse and supportive resources that are available, particularly related to the civil and criminal legal system. Notes:
Some episodes of MOmentum for Change have conversations that include content and descriptions of domestic and sexual violence, which may be alarming or activating for some listeners. Please take care and visit the MOCADSV Directory to connect with supportive services: https://www.mocadsv.org/how-to-get-help/. The opinions in this podcast are based on the knowledge or experiences of the author and guests, and should not be used in place of actual legal or financial advice. You should seek appropriate counsel regarding the implementation of the ideas expressed. | |||
| MOmentum for Change Season 5, Episode 5: The Story We Share with Jessi Bixler | 01 mai 2026 | 01:01:21 | |
Join MOCADSV for a conversation with Jessi Bixler, author of the memoir, The Story We Share: How One Sexual Assault Rippled Through a Family and Their Fight for Healing. Jessi shares insight on her process of healing from trauma, the impact on secondary victims, and her ongoing efforts to support survivors and increase awareness of sexual assault. Notes: Jessi's Website: www.jessibixler.com Jessi's blog: https://www.jessibixler.com/blog Purchase The Story We Tell: https://www.jessibixler.com/shop MOCSA: https://mocsa.org/
The opinions in this podcast are based on the knowledge or experiences of the author and guests, and should not be used in place of actual legal or financial advice. You should seek appropriate counsel regarding the implementation of the ideas expressed. | |||
| Momentum for Change Season 5, Episode 4: Civil Legal Options with Grant Boyd | 07 avr. 2026 | 00:57:15 | |
In recognition of Sexual Assault Awareness Month, Attorney, Grant Boyd from The O'Brien Law Firm, joins MOCADSV for a discussion about the civil legal system. Grant discusses the impact of his work and shares insight on how his legal practice has provided empowerment, accountability, and justice to survivors and their families. Some episodes of MOmentum for Change have conversations that include content and descriptions of domestic and sexual violence, which may be alarming or activating for some listeners. Please take care and visit the MOCADSV Directory to connect with supportive services. The opinions in this podcast are based on the knowledge or experiences of the author and guests, and should not be used in place of actual legal or financial advice. You should seek appropriate counsel regarding the implementation of the ideas expressed. | |||
| MOmentum for Change: Season 5, Episode 3: Origin Stories with Fran S. Danis | 03 mars 2026 | 01:04:25 | |
Pioneering social worker, educator, and life-long activist, Fran S. Danis joins MOmentum for Change for a discussion of her recent book series, Origin Stories from the Movements to End Domestic Violence. These compelling books highlight the unique narratives of changemakers who have taken action on behalf of survivors of domestic violence at local, state, and national levels, over the last 50 years. In this inspiring discussion, Fran shares insights on what motivated her to write this history, the process she took, and reflects on the power and promise of sharing origin stories. Purchase copies of Origin Stories from Amazon or directly from the publisher, Cognella Publishing. Use code DANIS20 at check out for 20% off the purchase of both books, as a set, from Cognella Publishing. Some episodes of MOmentum for Change have conversations that include content and descriptions of domestic and sexual violence, which may be alarming or activating for some listeners. Please take care and visit the MOCADSV Directory to connect with supportive services. The opinions in this podcast are based on the knowledge or experiences of the author and guests, and should not be used in place of actual legal or financial advice. You should seek appropriate counsel regarding the implementation of the ideas expressed. | |||
| MOmentum for Change Season 5, Episode 2: Teen Dating Violence Prevention with Katie Hobeck and Janine Mayberry | 06 févr. 2026 | 00:51:46 | |
Relationship safety education provided to youth is an effective approach to preventing teen dating violence. However, domestic and sexual violence advocacy organizations often face difficulties in their efforts to build relationships with local school districts. In this episode of MOmentum for Change, Katie Hobeck, Violence Prevention Educator at the Safe House of Southeast Missouri and Janine Mayberry, Counselor at Key Middle School in Scott County, discuss teen dating violence, relationship safety, and their ongoing partnership to provide prevention education. Notes:
Some episodes of MOmentum for Change have conversations that include content and descriptions of domestic and sexual violence, which may be alarming or activating for some listeners. Please take care and visit the MOCADSV Directory to connect with supportive services. The opinions in this podcast are based on the knowledge or experiences of the author and guests, and should not be used in place of actual legal or financial advice. You should seek appropriate counsel regarding the implementation of the ideas expressed. | |||
| MOmentum for Change Season 5, Episode 1:Cyberstalking Awareness with Sen. McCreery and Heidi Coleman | 20 janv. 2026 | 00:50:46 | |
Advocates have been responding to cyberstalking, and the general use of technology to perpetrate abuse, increasingly for years now. In recognition of National Stalking Awareness Month, this inaugural episode of Season 5 brings State Senator Tracy McCreery and MOCADSV’s Member Services Director, Heidi Coleman, together for a discussion about the Stop Cyberstalking and Harassment Task Force, general dynamics of cyberstalking, and recommendations to improve services and awareness throughout Missouri. | |||
| MOmentum for Change Season 4, Episode 12: Supporting People and Pets | 05 déc. 2025 | 00:58:25 | |
In our efforts to provide holistic, comprehensive services, advocates often respond to survivors of domestic and sexual violence who have pets. There are many opportunities for advocates to support survivors around issues of pets, pet care, and advocacy. In this episode of MOmentum for Change, Claire Coughlin, the Director of the Companion Animal Program at the Animal Welfare Institute and Kitty Lawrence, the Director of Community Programs at the Animal Protective Association of Missouri discuss these opportunities, as well as additional intersections between animal welfare and gender-based violence. Notes:
Some episodes of MOmentum for Change have conversations that include content and descriptions of domestic and sexual violence, which may be alarming or activating for some listeners. Please take care and visit the MOCADSV Directory to connect with supportive services. The opi | |||
| MOmentum for Change Season 4, Episode 11: Civil Justice for Survivors | 03 nov. 2025 | 00:55:55 | |
Survivors of sexual abuse may choose to seek justice through the civil courts. In this episode of MOmentum for Change, Reed Martens, Attorney at Monsees & Mayer in Kansas City, discusses trauma-informed representation, the civil process, and his work to pursue justice for survivors. Notes:
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| MOmentum for Change Season 4, Episode 10: Brain Injury and Domestic Violence Awareness | 02 oct. 2025 | 00:52:24 | |
Domestic violence advocates are in a unique position to connect survivors of domestic violence with care and supportive resources related to partner-inflicted brain injury. The UMKC Institute for Human Development hosts OBISSS, a screening tool to assess individuals for brain injury. Join Beth Dauber, the Project Coordinator for Health and Aging at the UMKC Institute for Human Development and MOCADSV staff, Cara Jones, Member Services Specialist and Ashlea Whaley, Partnership Development Specialist, for a discussion of brain injury, OBISSS, and promising new resources available to support survivors. Notes:
Some episodes of MOmentum for Change have conversations that include content and descriptions of domestic and sexual violence, which may be alarming or activating for some listeners. Please take care and visit the MOCADSV Directory to connect with supportive services.
The opinions in this podcast are based on the knowledge or experiences of the author and guests, and should not be used in place of actual legal or financial advice. You should seek appropriate counsel regarding the implementation of the ideas expressed. | |||
| MOmentum for Change Season 4, Episode 9: Campus Advocacy with Partners in Prevention | 05 sept. 2025 | 00:54:54 | |
In this “back to school” episode of the podcast, MOCADSV is joined by Margo Leitschuh, the Prevention and Implementation Team Lead from Missouri Partners in Prevention. Margo discusses her passion for public health, effective strategies for violence prevention, and opportunities to partner with campus communities to support student health, safety, and wellbeing.
Show notes:
Some episodes of MOmentum for Change have conversations that include content and descriptions of domestic and sexual violence, which may be alarming or activating for some listeners. Please take care and visit the MOCADSV Directory to connect with supportive services.
The opinions in this podcast are based on the knowledge or experiences of the author and guests, and should not be used in place of actual legal or financial advice. You should seek appropriate counsel regarding the implementation of the ideas expressed. | |||
| MOmentum for Change Season 4, Episode 8: Developments in the Law | 07 août 2025 | 01:01:55 | |
The First Regular Session of the Missouri 103rd General Assembly ended this spring and new laws go into effect on August 28, 2025. Join members of the MOCADSV Public Policy Committee, Jessica Woolbright and Lisa Fleming, with the MOCADSV Chief Public Affairs Officer, Matthew Huffman, for a discussion of the legislative session, new laws that impact survivors of domestic and sexual violence, and MOCADSV’s policy efforts at the national level. | |||
| MOmentum for Change Season 4, Episode 7: Bridging the Gap with DeafLEAD | 03 juil. 2025 | 00:59:34 | |
DeafLEAD is available to provide empowering, trauma-informed advocacy services to survivors of domestic and sexual violence who are Deaf. They are also available to provide support and information to advocacy organizations who serve these individuals. In this episode of MOmentum for Change, DeafLEAD Advocates, Tozzie Smith and Rachel Ebner, talk further about DeafLEAD, their empowerment-based approach, and a new ASL course they have developed to bridge the gap between service providers and survivors who are Deaf.
Episode notes: Find more information about DeafLEAD at https://deaflead.org/.
Some episodes of MOmentum for Change have conversations that include content and descriptions of domestic and sexual violence, which may be alarming or activating for some listeners. Please take care and visit the MOCADSV Directory to connect with supportive services.
The opinions in this podcast are based on the knowledge or experiences of the author and guests, and should not be used in place of actual legal or financial advice. You should seek appropriate counsel regarding the implementation of the ideas expressed. A transcript of this episode can be found at the following link | |||
| MOmentum for Change Season 4, Episode 6: Trailblazer, Elizabeth Herrera | 16 juin 2025 | 00:56:54 | |
Elizabeth Herrera is a visionary, a leader, and a true trailblazer for women. In this episode of MOmentum for Change, Elizabeth talks about the veteran’s program for women that she leads at Stephens College, her efforts in Puerto Rico to connect young women with educational opportunities, and how her commitment to women’s empowerment and positive social change has inspired her ongoing service to the community.
Find information about Mission Promise Kept at https://live-stephens-college.pantheonsite.io/life-at-stephens/center-of-excellence-for-veteran-student-success/.
The opinions in this podcast are based on the knowledge or experiences of the author and guests, and should not be used in place of actual legal or financial advice. You should seek appropriate counsel regarding the implementation of the ideas expressed. | |||
| MOmentum for Change Season 4, Episode 5: Maternal Mental Health and Advocacy with Dr. Melanie McKean | 02 mai 2025 | 00:57:03 | |
Domestic and sexual violence, pregnancy, and mental health are deeply connected issues. Join Dr. Melanie McKean, a Reproductive Psychiatrist with the Maternal Health Access Project, for a discussion about perinatal psychiatry and how domestic and sexual violence advocates can connect survivors with mental health services before, during, and after pregnancy.
Episode notes:
The opinions in this podcast are based on the knowledge or experiences of the author and guests, and should not be used in place of actual legal or financial advice. You should seek appropriate counsel regarding the implementation of the ideas expressed. | |||
| MOmentum for Change Season 4, Episode 4: Celebrating 50 Years of MOCSA | 08 avr. 2025 | 00:51:49 | |
The Metropolitan Organization Countering Sexual Assault (MOCSA) is celebrating 50 years of preventing sexual assault and supporting survivors in both Kansas and Missouri. In this episode of MOmentum for Change, MOCSA’s current President and CEO, Julie Donelon and former CEO, Palle Rilinger join MOCADSV for a discussion of the history of the organization, progress that has been made, and their hopes for the future of the anti-rape movement. Find more information about MOCSA at https://mocsa.org/.
Some episodes of MOmentum for Change have conversations that include content and descriptions of domestic and sexual violence, which may be alarming or activating for some listeners. Please take care and visit the MOCADSV Directory to connect with supportive services.
The opinions in this podcast are based on the knowledge or experiences of the author and guests, and should not be used in place of actual legal or financial advice. You should seek appropriate counsel regarding the implementation of the ideas expressed. | |||
| MOmentum for Change Season 4, Episode 3: Movement History with Becky and Jennifer | 12 mars 2025 | 01:03:49 | |
In recognition of Women’s History Month, Becky Vermeire and Jennifer Hill discuss their involvement in the Missouri domestic and sexual violence advocacy movement. They reflect on earlier days of providing services, their involvement with statewide efforts, and the important role that humor has played in sustaining their work. They also talk about other women in the movement who have inspired and supported them and how these relationships have been foundational to much of the positive social change that has taken place here in Missouri.
Some episodes of MOmentum for Change have conversations that include content and descriptions of domestic and sexual violence, which may be alarming or activating for some listeners. Please take care and visit the MOCADSV Directory to connect with supportive services.
The opinions in this podcast are based on the knowledge or experiences of the author and guests, and should not be used in place of actual legal or financial advice. You should seek appropriate counsel regarding the implementation of the ideas expressed. | |||
| MOmentum for Change Season Four, Episode2: Youth Services and Empowerment | 11 févr. 2025 | 01:04:31 | |
Young people experience unique challenges that present advocacy programs with an opportunity to provide support and make a true difference. In recognition of Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month, this episode features a discussion of serving youth with Kristyn Young, Social Worker with the Youth and Family Advocacy Program at Legal Services of Eastern Missouri and Samantha Ghormley Hill, Member Services Specialist at MOCADSV. Kristyn and Samantha talk about difficult circumstances that young people may face and resources that are available to provide support, empowerment, and care.
Episode Notes:
Youth and Family Advocacy Program at Legal Services of Eastern Missouri at https://lsem.org/youth-and-family-advocacy/
Content warning: Some episodes of MOmentum for Change have conversations that include content and descriptions of domestic and sexual violence, which may be alarming or activating for some listeners. Please take care and visit the MOCADSV Directory at www.mocadsv.org to connect with supportive services.
The opinions in this podcast are based on the knowledge or experiences of the author and guests, and should not be used in place of actual legal or financial advice. You should seek appropriate counsel regarding the implementation of the ideas expressed. | |||
| MOmentum for Change Season 4, Episode 1: Human Trafficking Awareness with MOCATE | 15 janv. 2025 | 00:59:15 | |
Many domestic and sexual violence advocacy organizations regularly provide services to survivors of human trafficking. In recognition of Human Trafficking Awareness Month, MOCADSV is joined by Jordan Campbell and Libby Trammel from the Missouri Coalition Against Trafficking and Exploitation for a discussion of the nature and dynamics of trafficking, the current landscape of services in Missouri, and resources available to support survivors.
Episode notes:
Content warning: Some episodes of MOmentum for Change have conversations that include content and descriptions of domestic and sexual violence, which may be alarming or activating for some listeners. Please take care and visit the MOCADSV Directory at www.mocadsv.org to connect with supportive services. | |||
| Season 3, Episode 12, Part 2: Unity at the MOCADSV Conference | 09 déc. 2024 | 01:01:04 | |
In the final Episode of Season 3 of MOmentum for Change, we hear a compilation of voices from the Missouri Movement, interviewed at the MOCADSV Conference in Columbia on November 6-8, 2024. These conversations discuss highlights from the Conference, thoughts on advocacy and services, and confirms that, when we work together as a united movement, we truly can, and do, achieve more. Many thanks to the following Conference attendees who joined MOCADSV as guests on this episode:
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| Season 3, Episode 12, Part 1: Unity at the MOCADSV Conference | 09 déc. 2024 | 01:00:50 | |
In the final Episode of Season 3 of MOmentum for Change, we hear a compilation of voices from the Missouri Movement, interviewed at the MOCADSV Conference in Columbia on November 6-8, 2024. These conversations discuss highlights from the Conference, thoughts on advocacy and services, and confirms that, when we work together as a united movement, we truly can, and do, achieve more. Many thanks to the following Conference attendees who joined MOCADSV as guests on this episode:
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| Season 3, Episode 10: Domestic Violence Awareness Month with Angie Phillips | 11 nov. 2024 | 01:00:03 | |
Children’s book author, Angie Philips, joins MOCADSV for a conversation about her book Feather’s Matter, written in honor of her daughter, Hallie Phillips, who died as a result of an intimate partner homicide in 2022. In this episode, Angie also discusses red flags of abuse, her passion for women’s empowerment, and the need for more awareness of harm caused by emotional abuse. | |||
| Season 3, Episode 11: Supporting Survivors who are Veterans with Welcome Home | 11 nov. 2024 | 00:53:27 | |
Many individuals who have experienced domestic and sexual violence also have a history of military service. In recognition of Veterans Day, MOmentum for Changed is joined by Jess Asher and Michelle Vogt from Welcome Home, for a discussion of how service members are impacted by domestic and sexual violence and what resources are available to provide trauma-informed support and services. Jess and Michelle also discuss the dynamics of veteran homelessness and challenges due to the lack of affordable housing options. | |||
| MOmentum for Change: Season 3, Episode 9: A Preview of the MOCADSV 2024 Conference | 05 sept. 2024 | 00:54:50 | |
MOCADSV will host a Biannual Statewide Conference in Columbia, Missouri on November 6-8, 2024. The Conference brings advocates and allied professionals together to build relationships, strengthen networks, and learn innovative approaches to supporting survivors of domestic and sexual violence. Join MOCADSV members and Conference presenters Jessica Hill, Emily Stoinski, and Andrea Raya for a discussion of their highly anticipated workshop sessions as well as highlights from past MOCADSV Conferences and thoughts on what they are looking forward to this year.
Register for the Conference here and contact MOCADSV with additional questions.
Content warning: Some episodes of MOmentum for Change have conversations that include content and descriptions of domestic and sexual violence, which may be alarming or activating for some listeners. Please take care and visit the MOCADSV Directory at www.mocadsv.org to connect with supportive services.
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| MOmentum for Change Season 3, Episode 8: Family-Centered Services at Children's Division | 15 août 2024 | 00:55:26 | |
The Children's Division of The Missouri Department of Social Services launched their Family-Centered Services program to connect families with resources and prevent children from being placed in foster care, when possible. On this episode of MOmentum for Change, Judge Darrell Missey, the Director of Children's Division, talks about the state of child welfare that inspired these services, efforts that result in meaningful change, and the important role that domestic and sexual violence agencies play in this proactive, preventative process. | |||
| MOmentum for Change Season 3, Episode 7: The Missouri Clemency Project | 03 juil. 2024 | 00:52:14 | |
The Missouri Battered Women’s Clemency Coalition, also known as the Missouri Clemency Project, launched in 1999, and remains an important part of the Missouri movement’s history. Join Amy Lorenz-Moser for a discussion of the 25th Anniversary of the project and her decades-long work to obtain clemency for incarcerated survivors of violence. | |||
| MOmentum for Change Season 3, Episode 6: End of Session Updates from the Public Policy Committee | 20 juin 2024 | 00:48:31 | |
The Missouri 2024 legislative session came to a close last month, on May 17th. In this episode of MOmentum for Change, MOCADSV Public Policy Committee members, Dr. Sara Brammer, Vice President of Family Violence Services at Synergy Services and Jessica Woolbright, Executive Director at Saint Martha’s discuss their passion for public policy, notable victories from this legislative session, and policy developments that are happening at the federal level. They also reflect on their careers in service of survivors of violence and draw meaningful connections between these services and their work for positive policy change. | |||
| MOmentum for Change Season 3, Episode 5: Civic Engagement with MOCADSV | 02 mai 2024 | 00:46:46 | |
Civic engagement provides multiple opportunities for advocates to empower survivors and impact positive change throughout the community. Join MOCADSV staff, Sammie Jurado and Matthew Huffman for a discussion about the intersection of civic engagement and advocacy, voting resources that are available to survivors, and thoughts on how domestic and sexual violence advocacy organizations can participate in upcoming elections. | |||
| April 2024 MOmentum for Change Season 3, Episode 4: Sexual Assault Awareness Month with Lisa Saylor | 15 avr. 2024 | 00:53:24 | |
Join MOCADSV for a conversation with a true Missouri hero, Lisa Saylor, who shares her inspiring story of hope, survival, and healing. She speaks to the power that survivors have to make change, in their own lives as well as in the state Legislature, and reminds us that we all have an important role to play in supporting survivors and ending domestic and sexual violence. | |||
| March 2024 MOmentum for Change Season 3, Episode 3: Women’s History Month with Dr Gloria Johnson | 06 mars 2024 | 00:46:31 | |
Dr. Gloria Johnson is the Founder and CEO of Life Source Consultants in St. Louis, MO. She started the organization over 30 years ago with a $100 check donated to the organization from her husband, Louis. Join MOCADSV for a celebration of Women’s History Month as Dr. Johnson reflects on the history of her organization and shares her hopes and dreams for the future. | |||
| February 2024 MOmentum for Change Season 3, Episode 2: Teen Dating Violence and Strangulation | 08 févr. 2024 | 00:45:34 | |
In recognition of National Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month, we discuss the intersection of teen dating violence and strangulation for February’s episode of Momentum for Change: Voices of the Missouri Movement. In this episode, Cara Jones, MOCADSV Member Services Specialist, talks about the dynamics of strangulation in teen relationships, barriers to supporting survivors, and opportunities for intervention and prevention. | |||
| January 2024 Momentum for Change Season 3, Episode 1: National Stalking Awareness Month with SPARC | 01 janv. 2024 | 01:04:29 | |
In recognition of National Stalking Awareness Month, MOCADSV is joined by Dana Fleitman, the Training and Awareness Specialist at the Stalking Prevention and Awareness Resource Center (SPARC). Dana talks about how SPARC defines stalking, common dynamics, and the role that awareness plays in preventing stalking and supporting victims. She also talks about National Stalking Awareness Month and encourages listeners to participate in the first ever Day of Action for Stalking Awareness on January 18, 2024. | |||
| December MOmentum Season 2, Episode 11: Trauma Center Trauma-Sensitive Yoga with DeafLEAD | 06 déc. 2023 | 00:54:11 | |
Stephanie Taksel and Becky Beck from DeafLEAD discuss Trauma Center Trauma-Sensitive Yoga (TCTSY), its foundation in evidence-based research, and how it empowers survivors and supports healing after experiencing trauma. They also discuss how TCTSY can benefit staff at domestic and sexual violence advocacy organizations and their hopes for making TCTSY available to advocates, survivors of violence, as well as in ASL to the Deaf community. | |||
| November MOmentum Season 2, Episode 10: Partnership Development for DV/SV Advocacy Organizations | 08 nov. 2023 | 00:43:30 | |
In this episode of MOmentum, MOCADSV Partnership Development Specialists, Sammie Jurado and Ashlea Whaley, discuss the role that community partnerships play in building organizational capacity for responding to and preventing domestic and sexual violence. Members of MOCADSV are welcome to attend the November/December 2023 Regional Meetings to continue the conversation about partnership development. Contact MOCADSV at 888-666-1911 for Regional Meeting dates, times, and locations. | |||
| October MOmentum Season 2, Minisode 9.5 Missouri's Domestic Violence Awareness Day | 16 oct. 2023 | 00:22:27 | |
The state of Missouri now recognizes the third Saturday of October as Domestic Violence Awareness Day. In this "minisode" of MOmentum, Bran-dee Jelks, Program Director at Diamond Divas Empowerment Foundation and Representative Chantelle Nixon-Clark discuss their efforts to establish Domestic Violence Awareness Day in Missouri. | |||
| October MOmentum Season 2, Episode 9: Exploring the Intersection of Domestic Violence and Health | 13 oct. 2023 | 00:53:55 | |
In recognition of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, the October episode of MOmentum explores the issue of domestic violence and the impact it has on survivors' maternal health. Join Huvona Watkins, Executive Director at Almost Home and Sarah Ehrhard Reid, Chief, Office on Women’s Health at the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services for a discussion of The Missouri Pregnancy Associated Mortality Review 2018-2020 Annual Report, the role that doulas can play in supporting survivors of violence, and other recommendations that address maternal mortality in Missouri. | |||
| September 2023 MOmentum Season 2, Episode 8.5 The National Sexual Assault Conference | 19 sept. 2023 | 00:24:43 | |
In this "Mini-sode", a shorter episode of MOmentum, Corina Merritt from the YWCA in St. Joseph and Cara Jones from MOCADSV, discuss the National Sexual Assault Conference (NSAC) and how they were inspired by other passionate advocates working across the country to prevent violence and support survivors of sexual assault. | |||
| September 2023 MOmentum Season 2, Episode 8: Developments in the Law | 14 sept. 2023 | 01:02:28 | |
New Missouri laws that passed in the 2023 legislative session went into effect on August 28, 2023. In this episode of MOmentum, MOCADSV’s Chief Public Affairs Officer, Matthew Huffman, and Partnership Development Coordinator, Sammie Jurado discuss developments in Missouri law and the impact on survivors of violence and communities throughout the state. | |||
| August 2023 MOmentum Season 2, Episode 7: The Rollout of SANE Telehealth in Missouri | 04 août 2023 | 01:12:28 | |
In this episode, we speak with Jennifer Delp, Program Specialist for TeleSANE at the Department of Health and Senior Services, Office on Women's Health. Jennifer talks about her passion for supporting survivors, discusses the MOCADSV Sexual Assault Services Enhancement Summit, and provides an update on the rollout of SANE Telehealth in Missouri. For more information, see the DHSS website at or contact Jennifer at Jennifer.Delp@health.mo.gov. | |||
| July 2023 MOmentum Season 2 Episode 6: A Conversation with Mrs. Missouri American, Hayden Dugger | 10 juil. 2023 | 00:47:53 | |
In the episode, we talk to Hayden Dugger, Mrs. Missouri American, about her platform of "Survivors to Thrivers: Ending the Cycle of Domestic Violence" and her mission to increase awareness about domestic violence throughout Missouri. | |||
| June 2023 MOmentum Season 2 Episode 5: End of Session Wrap-Up with the Policy Policy Committee | 07 juin 2023 | 00:47:14 | |
For June, MOmentum featured two guests and members of the MOCADSV Public Policy Committee Erin Barger and Meghann Kosman. Erin, Meghann, and Nora discuss the 2023 Missouri Legislative Session along with some exciting developments that came out of it. | |||
| April 2023 MOmentum Season 2 Episode 4: SAAM and the Missouri Chapter of the IAFN | 25 avr. 2023 | 00:54:31 | |
We're changing things up a bit! Join our new host, Nora Mosby, Members Services Specialist at MOCADSV, in this month's episode. | |||
| Building and Engaging your Volunteer Force | 04 avr. 2023 | 00:57:00 | |
For March, MOmentum featured two guests from member agencies. Sara Cooper from MOCSA and Jessica Hill from Safe House of Southeast Missouri. As part of our campaign for Sexual Assault Awareness Month, MOCADSV created a social media toolkit, available for member agencies as well as the general public, to aid with the recruitment of hospital advocate volunteers. Building on that campaign, we focused our March MOmentum Live on building and engaging your volunteer force. ....... | |||
| Sexual Violence and Dating Abuse Prevention for Youth | 07 mars 2023 | 00:56:11 | |
February's guest is Ashlea Whaley, the Partnership Development Coordinator at MOCADSV. February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month, and we will be discussing sexual violence and dating abuse prevention for youth. | |||
| Advocating for Change: Public Policy Advocacy for Survivors | 30 janv. 2023 | 00:55:17 | |
As the legislative session kicks off, Matthew Huffman, Chief Public Affairs Officer of MOCADSV, Angela Hirsch of RACS, and Jessica Hill of Safe House of Southeast Missouri joined MOmentum Live to talk about supporting survivors through public policy advocacy. | |||
| 2022 Recap: MOCADSV Highlights of the year | 23 janv. 2023 | 00:55:40 | |
December's MOmentum live featured several MOCADSV staff members, Nora Mosby, Erin Chambers, and Zak Wilson, for a recap of our favorite highlights of the year! | |||