A trauma-informed, intersectional podcast for sexual assault advocates to share their stories, find resources and gain a deeper understanding of the anti-sexual violence community.
Rooted in Healing
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Podcast Overview
A trauma-informed, intersectional podcast for sexual assault advocates to share their stories, find resources and gain a deeper understanding of the anti-sexual violence community.
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6/23/2022
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Recent Episodes
February 26, 2026
Reclaiming Joy
<p><strong>In the beginning, joy is the goal. In the process, joy is the tool. </strong>We often treat movement work as a cycle of endless seriousness and burnout—but what if joy is actually a requirement for survival? In this episode, we’re reclaiming our right to feel good and redefining what joy looks like in the wake of trauma.</p><p>We’re challenging the idea that advocacy must be devoid of light and exploring why joy is an imperative, radical part of the healing journey.</p><p><strong>Inside the Conversation:</strong></p><ul><li><p><strong>Joy as a Resource:</strong> Shifting from seeing joy as a "reward" to using it as a practical tool for healing.</p></li><li><p><strong>The Radical Pivot:</strong> Challenging the "culture of depletion" in advocacy and movement work.</p></li><li><p><strong>Defining Your Light:</strong> What does joy actually look like in practice, and how do we make space for it?</p></li></ul><p>We are joined by <strong>Sarah Walters</strong>, former Resource and Outreach Coordinator at <a href="https://www.nsvrc.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer"><strong>National Sexual Violence Resource Center</strong></a>, to discuss how we can center joy as a form of resistance and restoration.</p>
February 26, 2026
Battlegrounds to Healing Grounds: Survivors of Sexual Warfare
<p><strong>When sexual violence is weaponized for control, the wounds reach across generations.</strong> In this episode, we explore how historical trauma from war-related atrocities manifests in our bodies and relationships today. We’re moving beyond the battlefield to discuss how advocates can support deep, generational healing.</p><p><strong>Inside the Conversation:</strong></p><ul><li><p><strong>The Legacy of Trauma:</strong> How historical wounds shape communities long after a conflict ends.</p></li><li><p><strong>The Body’s Memory:</strong> How war-related trauma impacts physical health and modern relationships.</p></li><li><p><strong>Culturally Rooted Healing:</strong> The vital role of grassroots organizations in navigating complex political and social contexts.</p></li></ul><p>We are joined by <strong>Helen Perry</strong>—Global Health Expert, Nurse Practitioner, and Veteran—to discuss building a path toward collective restoration and empowerment.</p>
February 26, 2026
Cultivating Culturally Specific Reproductive Health Services for Survivors
<p><strong>When bodily autonomy is denied, the harm of sexual violence is amplified.</strong> In this episode, we tackle the critical intersection of reproductive freedom and survivor advocacy. For survivors in marginalized and culturally specific communities, the lack of reproductive choice isn't just a policy issue—it’s a direct compounding of the trauma they already face.</p><p>We’re diving into what it means to provide truly "culturally grounded" responses and the vital role advocates play in reclaiming survivor-centered care.</p><p><strong>Inside the Conversation:</strong></p><ul><li><p><strong>The Compounding Effect:</strong> How the loss of bodily autonomy deepens the impact of sexual violence.</p></li><li><p><strong>Culturally Grounded Care:</strong> Moving beyond "one-size-fits-all" to provide reproductive health support that honors a survivor's heritage.</p></li><li><p><strong>The Advocate’s Role:</strong> Navigating the intersections of health, justice, and healing.</p></li></ul><p>We are joined by <strong>Morgan Hawes</strong>, Data, Grants, and Knowledge Coordinator for the <a href="https://www.miwsac.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer"><strong>Minnesota Indian Women's Sexual Assault Coalition</strong></a>, to discuss how we build a future where every survivor has the right to their own body.</p>
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