Exploring the Sexual Violence Movement in the Latine Community
In this episode of Raising Our Voices, Rita sits down with Diana Sierra, former CEO of the YWCA, to discuss sexual violence prevention and advocacy within Latine communities. We explore how values like resilience and a strong work ethic can be sources of strength while sometimes making it harder to reach out for support. Diana also discusses barriers facing Latine survivors, including the challenges created by today’s social and political climate. In recognition of Hispanic Heritage Month, we also celebrate the strength, culture, and contributions of Latine communities while considering how the sexual violence movement can better support Latine survivors.
7 Aug 2026
The Red Zone: Understanding Campus Sexual Violence
Our Voice Executive Director Rita Nugent and Deanna Harrington, Coordinator of Statewide Capacity at NCCASA, discuss understanding and preventing sexual violence during college students' critical "Red Zone" period.
8 Jul 2026
Disability, Isolation, and the Roots of Sexual Violence in the IDD Community
Disability advocate Ray Hemachandra and host Rita explore the roots of sexual violence in the IDD community, revealing how true prevention starts with recognizing disabled people as full, sexual human beings.
8 Jun 2026
Seen and Supported: LGBTQ+ Survivors and the Work That Connects Us
Host Rita Nugent and Josie Seay discuss why LGBTQ+ individuals face higher rates of sexual violence and how collaboration builds safer communities in this interview.
11 May 2026
Digital Safety, Grooming, and Online Exploitation
Community Advocate Chase Moss and host Rita explore digital safety, online exploitation, and prevention strategies in this insightful interview.
15 Apr 2026
Child Abuse Prevention and Sexual Assault Awareness: Understanding the Full Spectrum of Abuse
Host [Host Name] interviews Claudia Burke of Mountain Child Advocacy Center about preventing child abuse and sexual assault by understanding the full spectrum of harm.
23 Feb 2026
What Trauma Does to the Body and Brain: Understanding Our Survival Responses
Host Rita interviews Natalie Breit, Our Voice Counseling Director, exploring how trauma affects the body and brain and offering insights for survivors to regulate their responses.
12 Jan 2026
Survival, Not Weakness: Understanding Trauma After Trafficking
Host Rita and Amanda Gopal, Executive Director of The Hundred Movement, explore trauma responses and survival behaviors of human trafficking survivors, offering insights into survivor-centered healing.
17 Dec 2025
What We Get Wrong About Human Trafficking
Host [Host Name] interviews [Guest Name, Credential] to debunk common myths about human trafficking and reveal its realities within communities.
7 Nov 2025
Prevention as Culture Change: Reimagining the Future of the Movement
Rita and Mercy explore how centering culture change reimagines prevention in the movement to end sexual violence, offering insights on consent and bystander intervention.
14 Oct 2025
Connected Struggles: The Overlap of Sexual and Intimate Partner Violence
Outreach Coordinator Caitrin Doyle and Our Voice explore the interconnected nature of sexual and intimate partner violence, revealing shared roots and strengthening community response.
4 Sept 2025
What Is Sexual Violence, and What Can We Do About It?
In this powerful opening episode of Raising Our Voices, Executive Director Rita Nugent lays the foundation for an honest conversation about sexual violence. From breaking down what it really means and challenging common myths, to exploring how individuals and communities can take action, this episode invites listeners to reflect, learn, and step into prevention together. Tune in to be inspired, informed, and reminded that everyone has a role in creating change.
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