Empowering Voices: Healing from Child Abuse
Episode Overview
Open discussion on child abuse prevention and recovery. NAASCA's mission to support adult survivors. Encouragement for community involvement. Sharing personal healing journeys. Addressing challenges within NAASCA.
It is all of our responsibility to keep our children safe. There are enough adult eyes on this planet to keep every single child safe.
In this episode of 'Stop Child Abuse Now', hosts Penelope Benest and Bill Murray explore the vital issues surrounding child abuse prevention, intervention, and recovery. Sponsored by the National Association of Adult Survivors of Child Abuse (NAASCA), the podcast provides a platform for open discussion and community involvement. Penelope, from Bellevue, Washington, and Bill, NAASCA's founder from California, welcome listeners to participate actively in the conversation.
The episode emphasizes NAASCA's mission, which is to address childhood trauma and abuse, including sexual assault, and to reduce societal taboos around discussing these issues. NAASCA aims to present the facts about child abuse as a global pandemic and offers hope and healing through various services for adult survivors. The hosts invite listeners to join the conversation by calling in and becoming part of the panel, highlighting the importance of community involvement in tackling these sensitive issues.
Bill expresses concerns about current challenges faced by NAASCA and the need for transparency to maintain trust and understanding within the community. He shares his personal story of healing and emphasizes the significance of sharing experiences in a safe space where people can connect and support each other. Listeners are encouraged to raise their self-esteem and recognize other aspects of their lives that might require improvement during recovery from child abuse trauma.
The episode concludes with a powerful reminder that the responsibility to keep children safe lies with everyone. Penelope and Bill urge listeners to speak up if they witness anything concerning, reinforcing the idea that there are enough adult eyes to protect every child. Overall, the episode serves as a beacon of hope, encouraging survivors to take their first steps toward healing and offering a supportive community ready to walk alongside them.