Wynona's House: Building a Safe Haven for Abused Children
We understand that if you're going to talk to yourself as a community service organization, then you need to be part of the community and being part of the community and working with families and children in the community, you need to see them and be with them and know that they know that this is not something that happens and it will end in a year.
What does it take to create a sanctuary for children who've faced the unimaginable? Wynona's House in Essex County, New Jersey, is setting the standard. In this episode, we hear from Dominic Prophete, JD, the CEO of Wynona's House Child Advocacy Center, along with his Administrative Assistant, Donna Brown. Their mission? To bring justice, hope, and healing to young victims of abuse and neglect through a comprehensive, child-focused approach.
Wynona's House isn't just another organization; it's a lifeline for around 950 children each year, offering coordinated services that include investigation, prosecution, treatment, and prevention. Dominic and Donna discuss how they work tirelessly to create a community where children can feel safe and families can find strength. They also touch on critical issues like protecting kids from online predators and teaching them to set boundaries.
This episode shines a light on the essential work being done to safeguard our most vulnerable and offers valuable insights into how communities can rally together to combat child abuse.