Victim, Meet Advocate
By Gloucester County VWAP
Victim, Meet Advocate May 30, 2024
The Guardians: An Advocate's Perspective
Miranda's Victim: An Advocate's Perspective
Join us for our longest episode yet as we do a deep-dive discussion on Miranda's Victim, the film we will be screening for National Crime Victims' Rights Week 2024. Be sure you are following al of our social media platforms to stay up-to-date on the latest awareness months and statuses of our events. We also left in a funny ad-lib where we realize just how passionate we are about these topics as we approach the 60-minute cut-off time.
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GloucesterVWAP/
Criminal Justice: Frequently Asked Questions
A VSTOP Advocate's Take on Teen Dating Violence
Join us for February's episode of Victim, Meet Advocate, where we discuss the prevelance of Teen Dating Violence and chat with our VSTOP Advocate, Shannon. Check out all of our social media's and the links below that are mentioned in this episode!
Avalon Center: https://avaloncenter.org/
OneLove: https://www.joinonelove.org/
Break the Cycle: https://www.breakthecycle.org/
Project Horizon: https://www.projecthorizon.org/
Human Trafficking: The Unseen Epidemic
Join us for another episode of Victim, Meet Advocate where we discuss a prevalent issue in Hampton Roads: Human Trafficking.
Links:
History of Human Trafficking: https://theexodusroad.com/history-of-human-trafficking/
JUSTIA LAW: https://law.justia.com/cases/federal/appellate-courts/ca4/21-4220/21-4220-2022-04-22.html
Human Trafficking Hotline: https://humantraffickinghotline.org/en/human-trafficking/recognizing-signs
Collaborative Chats: Spreading the Word About Victim Witness in Gloucester
This month, we were grateful to be featured on the Gloucester government podcast: Current Conversations. Join us as we discuss all things victim witness-related and explain what we do in the criminal justice system!
Collaborative Chats: The Virginia Victim Assistance Network
The Criminal Justice System Part 4
Join us for our final installment of our season 3 overview of the Criminal Justice System. This week, we are celebrating National Crime Victims' Rights Week. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram (@GloucesterVWAP) to stay up-to-date on all the latest information!
The Criminal Justice System Part 3
Trials, juries, and pleas--oh my! In the third installment of our four-part mini-series, we will dive into the next step of the criminal justice process. We will discuss please, jury trials, and bench trials continuing using the fictional case of Beth and Barry. Check out our social media to stay up-to-date with our National Crime Victims' Rights Week Events.
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GloucesterVWAP
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gloucestervwap/
The Criminal Justice System Part 2
Looking for an internship? Contact our director: cpierce@gloucesterva.info
Also, be sure you are following us on all our social media platforms to stay up-to-date on the latest episodes, events, and happenings in the judicial field!
The Criminal Justice System Part 1
Join us for another season of Victim, Meet Advocate! In this season, we will be outlining the aspects of the Criminal Justice System in four parts through a hypothetical case study. In this episode, we discuss the first brushes of the system with victims and perpetrators. Be sure to follow us on social media to keep up-to-date with the latest podcast episodes and awareness months!
Collaborative Efforts: A Discussion with the Office of the Attorney General
Office of the Attorney General website: www.oag.state.va.us/
Hotline: 1-(800) 370-0459
Children and Domestic Violence: The Unseen Victims
Nonconsensual Pornography: A Discussion About "The Most Hated Man on the Internet"
Pursuance of Justice: An Interview with a Prosecutor
Join us for this episode of Victim, meet Advocate where we chat with one of the Assistant Prosecutors to the Commonwealth Attorney of Gloucester. Monique Donner shares her perspective as a prosecutor and how important victims are in the pursuance of justice.
World Elder Abuse Awareness Day 2022
Advocate Awareness: A Take on Mental Health in the Victim Advocate Profession
Join us for a different type of episode where our full-time Advocate Shannon as she gives some insight on this field and the issues Advocates face.
Check out our social media pages!
Trauma 101 with Sara Hallberg
Join us for our National Crime Victims' Rights Week episode where we chat with Sara Hallberg. Sara is a licensed professional counselor and certified sex-offender treatment provider. She specializes in treating complex trauma, particularly in adolescents and young adults. Her interests include the intersection of trauma and substance abuse, dissociative disorders, and problematic sexual behaviors in youth. In her free time, Sara enjoys caring for her husband and three children, hiking, and jewelry-making. We will be diving into trauma and everything you need to know about it. Follow us on Facebook to get the latest updates for our NCVRW activities.
Emdria Website: https://www.emdria.org/
National Crime Victim's Rights Week Event (Trauma-Informed Yoga): https://fb.me/e/pempTfYCP
The PO Process: An Explanation of Gloucester Protective Orders
Link Tree: linktr.ee/admin
I-CAN: vacourtformhelp.courts.state.va.us/
Teen, Meet Advocate: A Discussion About Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month
Join us for our second episode of Victim, Meet Advocate where we welcome our newest addition to the team, Vince, as well as discuss some important topic relating to Teen Dating Violence. Since 2010, the entire month of February has been dedicated to spreading awareness about TDV, join us as we celebrate 2022's motto: Talk About It and do just that!
Erin Castro Foundation: https://justiceforerin.org/erins-story
OneLove Foundation: https://www.joinonelove.org/
An Advocate's Perspective on YOU
Made popular by Netflix, the show YOU follows the story of a bookstore manager named Joe Goldberg and his deadly obsession with a woman named Beck. In our pilot episode, Victim, Meet Advocate examined the first episode and it's portrayal of stalking as well as fanned out some tips for anyone who may be experiencing this. Learn more about how you can stay safe and get resources at: https://www.stalkingawareness.org/
Victim, Meet Our Director
Director of Gloucester Victim Witness, Cheerleading Coach, and planning a wedding, there isn't much our Director Chelsea Sowatskey doesn't do! Tune in to hear us chat about important aspects of being a director, a day-in-the-life, and how she unwinds in this final episode of Season One with Victim, Meet Advocate.
How to Help A Friend: A DV Podcast
October is National Domestic Violence Awareness Month and this month we decided to bring light to a less discussed topic: How to help a friend in need. Join us as we discuss some ways you can help a loved one experiencing Domestic Violence while also ensuring your own wellbeing is preserved.
One Love Foundation: https://www.joinonelove.org/
National Domestic Violence Hotline: https://www.thehotline.org/
Virginia Action Alliance: https://vsdvalliance.org/
Gloucester Victim Witness Assistance Program Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GloucesterVWAP/?ref=pages_you_manage
Case Study: The Crimes of Timothy Spencer
Join us for a different style of episode where we examine a real-life case and discuss the role of the victims and advocates within it. Victim, Meet Advocate dissects the crimes of Timothy Spencer, better known as the Southside Strangler. Please note, this episode features elements that may be disturbing to some listeners, so listener discretion is advised.
Listen to the Southern Nightmare Podcast Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/southern-nightmare-the-hunt-for-the-south-side-strangler/id1375263580
Victim, Meet Our Intern
A senior at Christopher Newport University, the daughter of United States diplomat, and an advocate for women's empowerment, there isn't much our Victim Witness Intern Olivia doesn't do! Join us as we interview our intern about her experiences in her role with us as well as her plans for the future. If you are looking to Intern with us, send our Director and email with you resume or find us on handshake.com!
Handshake: https://joinhandshake.com/
Chelsea Sowatskey, Director of Victim Witness (she/her): csowatskey@gloucesterva.info
Two Counties, One Mission: Gloucester & Isle of Wight Talk Victim Services
Note: This episode is also available on Serving Victim's Through The System
Join us as we switch up our usual content and chat with another locality central to us. With just an hour and a half travel time between these two jurisdictions, there are notable differences and similarities present. One of our hosts, Shannon Craven chats with the host of Serving Victims Through The System, Royall Bryan. Tune in to hear some interesting takes on burning questions in the field as well as find out how similar we really are!
Serving Victims Through the System: https://open.spotify.com/show/7Fm4c16PHPuzuoUlCa5jpU
Isle of Wight Victim Witness Services: https://www.co.isle-of-wight.va.us/our_services/victim_witness_assistance/index.php
Gloucester County Victim Services: https://www.gloucesterva.info/157/Victim-Witness-Assistance-Program
Fun in the Summer: Crime Prevention Tips
In today's episode, we will discuss some helpful tips to keep you and your loved ones safe in this last stretch of Summer as well as into Fall. Join us as we also discuss ways to stay safe both at home and while on vacation.
Looking to join our team? We have an opening! Follow this link to apply: https://www.governmentjobs.com/jobs/3167111-0/part-time-victim-witness-advocate?utm_campaign=google_jobs_apply&utm_source=google_jobs_apply&utm_medium=organic
Just looking for an internship or want to get involved? Find us on Handshake: https://joinhandshake.com/
Follow us on Facebook (@GloucesterVWAP) for more tips and upcoming awareness days!
The 3 P's
About Pretrial, Probation and Parole Week: www.appa-net.org/ppp-supervision-week/
Gloucester Victim Witness is Hiring! Follow the link here to find the listing: www.governmentjobs.com/careers/gloucester/jobs/3139153/victim-witness-advocate
The International Buzz
Links:
Kassongo's Address: www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wl6CIT0wfS4
International Criminal Court Website: www.icc-cpi.int/
Elder, Meet Advocate
Resources:
Elder Abuse Fact Sheet (World Health Organization): www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/elder-abuse
Elder Abuse (National Institute of Aging): www.nia.nih.gov/health/elder-abuse
Adult Protective Services in Gloucester Virginia: www.gloucesterva.info/294/Adult-Protective-Services
More information regarding Elder Abuse: www.nursinghomeabusecenter.com/elder-abuse/signs/
In a Town of 38,000
Avalon in Williamsburg: www.avaloncenter.org/
Transitions in Newport News: www.transitionsfvs.org/