On this episode of Outspoken, our hosts discuss LGBTQIA relationships, and specific ways they can be healthy and unhealthy. They also explore what it means to support LGBTQIA youth and be better bystanders, so we are all safe in our communities – no matter who you love or how you identify.  Resources:   LGBTQIA Relationships: https://stopthehurt.org/lgbtq-relationships/  Supporting LGBTQIA Youth: https://stopthehurt.org/providing-support-to-a-vulnerable-population/  Dating in the Closet: https://www.loveisrespect.org/resources/dating-in-the-closet/  Supporting Yo ..read more

Megan and Kirsten interview HCWC’s Child Advocacy Center Director, Ashley. They discuss misconceptions and myths around child abuse, and what parents and caregivers can do to keep kids safe.  Resources:   Child Abuse Awareness and Prevention Month Toolkit:   Article on Preventing Child Abuse:   Why Children may not Disclose: https://stopthehurt.org/why-children-may-not-disclose-abuse/  When Child Discloses: https://stopthehurt.org/when-a-child-says-metoo/  Mandating Reporting: https://stopthehurt.org/mandated-reporting/  Helping Children Proces ..read more

In this episode our hosts discuss emotional abuse. What is it? What is gaslighting? How does emotional abuse relate to boundaries? It’s important to remember that abuse is not just physical.  Resources:  https://stopthehurt.org/shining-a-light-on-emotional-manipulation/   For more information on emotional abuse visit, https://stopthehurt.org/emotional-abuse-not-all-abuse-leaves-bruises/   If you or someone you know has experienced abuse and is seeking support or services, additional resources can be found at hcwc.org/resources  Learn about these topics and mo ..read more

Join us for this episode rewind as Kiara, Kirsten, Megan, and Claudia discuss showing yourself love during the holidays through self-care, self-affirmations, and a lot of boundary work. #Boundaries #SelfLove #SelfCare #Outspoken #NewPodcastAlert #SocialChange #BeOutspoken    Listen now at stopthehurt.org/outspoken and anywhere you listen to podcasts.  ..read more

Kirsten interviews HCWC’s Shelter Children’s Counselor, Melainie, and Bilingual Legal Advocate, Diana. They discuss misconceptions and myths around domestic violence, family violence shelters, and what we can do to support survivors. Resources: Domestic Violence Awareness Month Toolkit: https://stopthehurt.org/resources/ Article on Emotional Abuse: https://stopthehurt.org/not-all-abuse-leaves-bruises-but-survivors-still-carry-the-scars/ Article on Men as Victims: https://stopthehurt.org/forgotten-victims/ Article on How to Support Someone in an Abusive Relationship: https://stopthehurt.org/how ..read more

Claudia and one of HCWC’s Children’s Counselors discuss misconceptions about trans people, drag performers, grooming and child abuse. They explore how adults can better support LGBTQIA+ youth and be advocates for change.  Resources:   The Trevor Project: (866-488-7386) https://www.thetrevorproject.org/  Trans Lifeline: 877-565-8860   Suicide and Crisis Lifeline call or text: 988   GLSEN: https://www.glsen.org/  TENT: https://www.transtexas.org/  Trans Youth Equality Foundation: https://www.transyouthequality.org/  Equality Texas: https://www.equalitytex ..read more

Kiara, Kirsten, Claudia, and Megan discuss takeaways from the episode of Below Deck: Down Under that sparked online conversations about sexual assault & harassment, consent, and bystander intervention. Our educators talk about what the show got right about responding to sexual assault & harassment and how we can interact with sexual assault in similar ways in our own communities. Resources: Bystander intervention resources: https://righttobe.org/ Below Deck cast break down: https://www.whattowatch.com/features/below-deck-down-under-season-2-cast-meet-the-crew-of-the-northern-sun If yo ..read more

As a part of the Outspoken Summer Movie Series, Kiara, Kirsten, Claudia, and Megan discuss takeaways from the film, Barbie, and how we can challenge social norms and empower each other.  Resources:  If you or someone you know has experienced abuse and is seeking support or services, additional resources can be found at www.hcwc.org/resources    Follow us on social media!   Instagram: stopthehurt_HCWC   Twitter & Facebook: StopTheHurtHCWC  ..read more

As a part of the Outspoken Summer Movie Series, Kiara, Kirsten, Claudia, and Megan discuss lessons from the film, The Little Mermaid, and how adults can empower youth and help prepare them for healthy relationships.     Resources:  Outspoken Interview with Dating Violence Counselor - Episode 16 STH Dating Violence Toolkit Stop The Hurt ..read more

Kirsten interviews HCWC’s Dating Violence counselor, Lauren. They discuss how to identify healthy and abusive relationships, and how caregivers can talk to and support youth and adult children in their lives. Lauren provides examples and tools for both caregivers and youth.    Resources:   Article: “How to Talk to Teens and Pre-teens About Healthy Relationships”  https://stopthehurt.org/how-to-talk-to-teens-and-preteens/  Article: “Talking to Teens About Relationships” https://stopthehurt.org/talking-to-teens-about-relationships/  Relationship Spectrum: http ..read more