In 2016, KCSARC started “WordWatch,” a project that enlisted the help of volunteers in gathering data about the language that was used to discuss sexual violence in criminal legal cases. From those findings, KCSARC staff created a series of resources and trainings to help professionals and community members alike understand how our conversations about sexual assault impact the way that it is perpetuated and perceived in our society.
Mary Laskowski, formerly of KCSARC, and currently with the Children’s Justice Center of King County, shares the implications of the WordWatch study and why she’s such an advocate for using language that accurately depicts sexual assault: by using accountable language, and not minimizing the impact or implying consent.
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Meet Heaven: KCSARC Speakers Bureau member, the mother of survivors of abuse, and an outspoken advocate for sexual assault awareness. Seven years ago, Heaven’s daughter disclosed that she was experiencing sexual abuse by her father for years, and since then, Heaven has worked to support her family through the healing process. In this first part of a conversation with Heaven, she will share her story and a message for others who are parenting survivors of child sexual abuse. Connect with us: Visit our website at http://kcsarc.org Email the show at [email protected] Find us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter @kcsarc If you or a loved one have experienced sexual assault or abuse, you are not alone; there are resources to support you in your healing process. Visit http://RAINN.org to find support near you. Intro & Outro Music: “Blue Skies” by Silent Partner ...
After some time away from the podcast world, the prevention team at KCSARC is launching a brand new podcast, called The Link to Prevention. All the episodes of Building Resilience will still be available right here, but no new episodes will be published. Check out KCSARC's website and social media to learn more. ...
Similar to the previous episode on PRIDE Skills, PLAIN Talk is another handy set of communication tools, geared toward speaking with older youth and adults. This episode dives into the five communication skills that make up the PLAIN acronym: Praise, Listen, Attitude, Initiate, and Negotiate. Connect with us: Visit our website at http://kcsarc.org Email the show at [email protected] Find us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter @kcsarc If you or a loved one have experienced sexual assault or abuse, you are not alone; there are resources to support you in your healing process. Visit http://RAINN.org to find support near you. Intro & Outro Music: “Blue Skies” by Silent Partner ...