Voice2Change

In honor of Sexual Assault Awareness Month today's guest is Dr. Jessica Samaroo. A survivor and specialist in trauma and healing. Dr. Samaroo bravely shares her personal journey of abuse and the struggle to find support, highlighting the impact of trauma on individuals and the importance of addressing and processing such experiences. She found healing through Jane Doe No More's Survivor Speak Program and now offers her own ...

In today’s episode we discuss the significance of recognizing and supporting secondary survivors.  A secondary survivor can be a friend, family member, or anyone who loves someone who has been the victim of a sexual crime.  Debbie shares her own survivor story and her experience and advice for secondary survivors.  

Debbie Mitchell is a survivor of child sexual assault from her father. The abuse began when she was very young a...

In this episode of the Voice2Change podcast we hear from Kelly Neagle, a courageous survivor who opens up about the danger she encountered in the online world. Through her harrowing account, Kelly sheds light on the importance of staying safe while dating online and provides invaluable advice for both adults and children. As she shares her powerful story, Kelly emphasizes the significance of communication, trust, and vigilance in n...

In this episode of Voice to Change we sit down with special guest Troy Schinkel, a male survivor who bravely shares his story of childhood sexual abuse and his journey to healing. Troy discusses the stigmas male survivors face and his involvement with our John Doe No More Initiatvie, which aims to provide resources and support for male survivors. He opens up about the impact his experiences had on his life and relationships, the di...

In this episode of Jane Doe No More's "Voice To Change" we have a special episode called Real Talk. Patti Ieraci is joined by author Lindsay Gibson, whose debut novel, "The Christmas Promise," explores the complexities of romance and healing after trauma. Lindsay shares her therapeutic writing process and how she found solace in fiction novels during her own healing journey. She discusses the empowering impa...

Leta Highsmith, a survivor of childhood sexual abuse, shares her journey of healing and advocacy, shedding light on the complexities of identifying and confronting abuse. Join us as we delve into the importance of believing and supporting survivors, the tactics used by abusers, and how we can create a safer environment for all. Get ready to be inspired and educated as we delve into this important conversation.

Leta has been a dedic...

Joining us today for another episode of the Voice2Change podcast is Tracy DiGiovancarlo.  She is an empowering voice in the world of self-defense, and shares her personal story in order to shed light on the importance of personal safety.  Tracy discusses valuable lessons about awareness, self-defense, and survival. From basic strikes to understanding warning signs, we explore the empowering techniques that equip women and girls to ...

Our guest today on the Voice2Change podcast is Tara Flynn, who bravely shares her personal story with us. Tara is not only a survivor, but also a member of Jane Doe No More's Survivors Speak Advisory Board and actively involved in their Safe Student Initiative. Through this program, Tara educates students from middle school to college on topics like consent, the topic for today’s episode. We'll dive deep into the importance...

In this episode of the Voice2Change podcast, our host Jocelyn Maminta is joined by therapist Patti Ieraci. They will discuss the complex emotions and long-lasting effects of trauma caused by sexual crimes.

But healing is possible. This discussion focuses on the approach to trauma, the role of the body in storing emotions, and the importance of reconnecting with our physical selves. By identifying where emotions are felt in the body...

In this episode of the Voice2Change podcast, our host Jocelyn Maminta delves into the topic of grooming. Joined by guest Vinnie Goad, a survivor of child sexual abuse, and a victim of grooming, they discuss what grooming looks like and what to watch out for.  Vinnie shares his personal story of being groomed and manipulated by an adult, emphasizing the importance of not blaming the child and seeking professional help for both ...

In this first episode of the Voice2Change podcast by Jane Doe No More, our host Jocelyn Maminta interviews Donna Palomba. Donna is the founder and president of Jane Doe No More which she started back in 2007. Today we hear her story and why she started the nationally recognized organization.

After surviving a home invasion and sexual assault that happened in 1993 she was then revictimized by a police department who choose not to be...