In today's episode, Chris and Cory chat with Shayla Peel, Idaho Legal Aid attorney who helps survivors at the WCA. Shayla talks about her experiences working with law, common issues survivors face in the legal system, and words of validation a

16. Impacts of Violence on Women of Color

Nov 16th, 2021 29m 45s

In today's episode, Cory and Chris chat with Maya Reneé, WCA Client Advocate and repeat guest on the What Compassion Accomplishes podcast. Maya talks about her experiences working with domestic violence and sexual assault in Montana and Idaho,

15. How to Support Survivors While Supporting Yourself

Nov 2nd, 2021 30m 19s

In this episode, WCA's Clinical Services Manager Megan discusses how loved ones can support survivors while setting up boundaries that allow them to take care of themselves. If you or someone you care about have experienced domestic, dating or

14. Safety and the College Experience

Oct 19th, 2021 28m 58s

In this episode, Grace (Fall intern for the WCA) and Emily discuss their experiences at college, what they wish they would have known going in, and what parents should teach their kids. If you or someone you care about have experienced domestic

13. Fighting for Safety: Taryn's Story

Oct 5th, 2021 35m 51s

In this episode of What Compassion Accomplishes we meet Taryn Robinson, the WCA's Court Advocate Manager. A firefighter turned social worker, listen to her journey of continuing to fight for safety and female empowerment, just in a different co

12. Working for Change -- A Survivor's Story

Sep 21st, 2021 33m 52s

TW: Sexual assaultIn today's episode of What Compassion Accomplishes, Cory and Chris talk with TL Robinson, survivor, CEO and speaker. They discuss the stigma and trauma associated with sexual assault, and TL shares how her experience as a surv

11. Meet the New JVs!

Sep 7th, 2021 28m 29s

In this episode, Cory and Chris introduce the WCA's 2021-22 Jesuit Volunteers Emily and Caro. Listen to learn what drew them to a year of service with Jesuit Volunteer Corps Northwest and why they chose to serve at the WCA. If you or someone yo

Rerelease: Episode 1 What Does Compassion Accomplish

Aug 24th, 2021 16m 7s

Originally released on April 6, 2021In our very first episode, Becca, Chris and Cory talk about what we would like to accomplish with What Compassion Accomplishes. We will be talking about how we can help break the cycle of domestic abuse and

10. A Teen Survivor Story of Abuse and Healing

Aug 10th, 2021 29m 12s

Content Warning: Descriptions of abuse In today's episode, we read a teen survivor's story of abuse and healing. From an anonymous survivor If you or someone you care about have experienced domestic, dating or sexual violence please call the Na

9. Victim Blaming and Barriers

Jul 27th, 2021 16m 6s

On this episode of What Compassion Accomplishes, Becca and Cory are joined by the WCA's 2021 Spring Outreach Intern, Jess! Listen to their conversation on how victim-blaming can happen with both domestic abuse and sexual assault and how there a

8. What keeps you going?

Jul 13th, 2021 21m 32s

In today's episode, Cory and Becca chat with Maya Renee, WCA Client Advocate. Maya's talks about what keeps her going, her expertise with direct client services and the importance of support.If you or someone you care about have experienced dom

7. Pivoting in Difficult Times

Jun 29th, 2021 27m 36s

In today's episode, Cory and Chris talk with WCA Program Director, Dr. Beronica Salazar, on how the COVID-19 pandemic impacted our work and the importance of reaching out to friends and family members during difficult times.If you or someone yo

6. Healthy Relationships Matter, No Matter Who is in Them

Jun 15th, 2021 36m 18s

In today's episode, Cory and Chris talk with Crispin Gravatt, activist and community member. Tune in to learn more about the LGBTQIA+ community and the impact that domestic and sexual violence has on the community. What can we do to help? Cris

5. There's Not One Face to Abuse

Jun 1st, 2021 23m 7s

In today's episode of What Compassion Accomplishes, Cory and Becca talk with Dr. Beronica Salazar, Program Director of the WCA. We discuss the stigma with male survivors and the importance of healing. If you or someone you care about have exper

4. Meet Bea!

May 18th, 2021 20m 56s

On this episode of What Compassion Accomplishes, Cory and Becca talk with Bea Black, CEO of the WCA! Find out Bea's "why" and what motivates her for this line of work. If you or someone you care about have experienced domestic, dating or sexua

3. Instilling Hope

May 4th, 2021 31m 37s

In today's episode of What Compassion Accomplishes, Chris and Cory chat with Sherri Cameron, SVU Detective. Sherri talks about her experience and the importance of community partnerships. Information on strangulation and stalking is included in

2. Time to Talk to Your Teen!

Apr 20th, 2021 31m 7s

In today's episode of What Compassion Accomplishes, Chris and Cory talk with Tracy, Prevention Program Manager at the WCA, about the importance of talking to your teenager! Learn all about the relationship spectrum, how to start conversations w

1. What Does Compassion Accomplish?

Apr 6th, 2021 16m 7s

In our very first episode, Becca, Chris and Cory talk about what we would like to accomplish with What Compassion Accomplishes. We will be talking about how we can help break the cycle of domestic abuse and sexual violence in our communities a

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