The Allies Podcast: Recent Episodes
Caitlin Wuethrich and Jessica Evans
Hello and welcome to The Allies Podcast where we sit down and talk about how we're combatting human trafficking in our city and why we think healthy relationships and empowered leadership are the keys to it all!
Often, human trafficking, substance use, and mental health are so intricately connected, that in order to serve survivors, all of them must be addressed together. Elizabeth Benitez joins us to share about this important intersection and how trauma-informed practices help facilitate the opportunity for healing.
Learn more about becoming a mentor with Allies: https://www.allies-inc.org/becoming-a-mentor/
LOVE. RESPECT. COMMUNITY
Allies empowers survivors of trafficking & sexual exploitation through mentorship and family support
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Brian Carter joins Jessica to share about how Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACE's) create vulnerabilities for trafficking and why healthy community and safe adults are the most important protective factors we can give our children.
Learn more about becoming a mentor with Allies: https://www.allies-inc.org/becoming-a-mentor/
LOVE. RESPECT. COMMUNITY
Allies empowers survivors of trafficking & sexual exploitation through mentorship and family support
Visit Allies to learn more about programs and ways you can support. https://www.allies-inc.org/
Donate https://www.allies-inc.org/donate/
Diving into a series on challenges survivors of human trafficking face, Sarah Daniel, CEO of Unconditional, joins Jessica to share about the intersection of strip clubs and human trafficking, and the beautiful work Unconditional does, offering relationship and new opportunities to those they serve.More about Unconditional:
https://unconditionalindy.com/
Learn more about becoming a mentor with Allies: https://www.allies-inc.org/becoming-a-mentor/
LOVE. RESPECT. COMMUNITY
Allies empowers survivors of trafficking & sexual exploitation through mentorship and family support
Visit Allies to learn more about programs and ways you can support. https://www.allies-inc.org/
Donate https://www.allies-inc.org/donate/
Jessica pops in to give a quick update on Allies before heading into summer break, and share a sweet mentee story. New episodes will be out in August!
Learn more about becoming a mentor with Allies: https://www.allies-inc.org/becoming-a-mentor/
LOVE. RESPECT. COMMUNITY
Allies empowers survivors of trafficking & sexual exploitation through mentorship and family support
Visit Allies to learn more about programs and ways you can support. https://www.allies-inc.org/
Donate https://www.allies-inc.org/donate/
Concluding our series of the Allies Journey, Jessica's long-time friends, Angie Smith and Joe Garner, join her to share about the ways God used her community to help launch and sustain the work and ministry of Allies.
Learn more about becoming a mentor with Allies: https://www.allies-inc.org/becoming-a-mentor/
LOVE. RESPECT. COMMUNITY
Allies empowers survivors of trafficking & sexual exploitation through mentorship and family support
Visit Allies to learn more about programs and ways you can support. https://www.allies-inc.org/
Donate https://www.allies-inc.org/donate/
Continuing our journey through the Allies story, Sarah Christofis joins Jessica to reminisce on the early days of Allies (known then as Purchased) and how God used a group of friends with a lot of passion and love to build something bigger than themselves through a lot of trial and error.
Learn more about becoming a mentor with Allies: https://www.allies-inc.org/becoming-a-mentor/
LOVE. RESPECT. COMMUNITY
Allies empowers survivors of trafficking & sexual exploitation through mentorship and family support
Visit Allies to learn more about programs and ways you can support. https://www.allies-inc.org/
Donate https://www.allies-inc.org/donate/
Jeff and Judy Thorne, Jessica's parents, reflect on the path she has been on from childhood to the start of Allies. They share their unique insight into the early days of following God's call and supporting her in taking steps of faith.
Learn more about becoming a mentor with Allies: https://www.allies-inc.org/becoming-a-mentor/
LOVE. RESPECT. COMMUNITY
Allies empowers survivors of trafficking & sexual exploitation through mentorship and family support
Visit Allies to learn more about programs and ways you can support. https://www.allies-inc.org/
Donate https://www.allies-inc.org/donate/
Long-time volunteer and supporter, Melissa Thompson, joins Jessica and room full of supporters at the open house for the new Allies office space. Melissa shares how she's seen Allies grow over time, and why she is excited about the future of Allies.
Learn more about becoming a mentor with Allies: https://www.allies-inc.org/becoming-a-mentor/
LOVE. RESPECT. COMMUNITY
Allies empowers survivors of trafficking & sexual exploitation through mentorship and family support
Visit Allies to learn more about programs and ways you can support. https://www.allies-inc.org/
Donate https://www.allies-inc.org/donate/
Jessica pops in to share some updates happening this Spring at Allies, and gives a peek into the book studies the staff have been working through together this year.
Learn more about becoming a mentor with Allies: https://www.allies-inc.org/becoming-a-mentor/
LOVE. RESPECT. COMMUNITY
Allies empowers survivors of trafficking & sexual exploitation through mentorship and family support
Visit Allies to learn more about programs and ways you can support. https://www.allies-inc.org/
Donate https://www.allies-inc.org/donate/
LaNisha Clark is part of a unique ministry in Indianapolis, Freewheelin Bikes, empowering her staff and the community through bikes. She sits down with Jessica to share about her passion for leadership and the joy it can be to empower others and watch them learn and grow.
Learn more about becoming a mentor with Allies: https://www.allies-inc.org/becoming-a-mentor/
LOVE. RESPECT. COMMUNITY
Allies empowers survivors of trafficking & sexual exploitation through mentorship and family support
Visit Allies to learn more about programs and ways you can support. https://www.allies-inc.org/
Donate https://www.allies-inc.org/donate/
Martha Cortes, Chief Partnerships Officer of KIPP Indy Public Schools, shares her passion, not only for KIPP, but also for purposefully partnering with the community on something that truly matters.
Learn more about becoming a mentor with Allies: https://www.allies-inc.org/becoming-a-mentor/
LOVE. RESPECT. COMMUNITY
Allies empowers survivors of trafficking & sexual exploitation through mentorship and family support
Visit Allies to learn more about programs and ways you can support. https://www.allies-inc.org/
Donate https://www.allies-inc.org/donate/
Darlene Bradley, friend and powerhouse in the local anti-trafficking movement, joins us again on the podcast to share how we must adapt our leadership as we grow and as the world around us changes.
Learn more about becoming a mentor with Allies: https://www.allies-inc.org/becoming-a-mentor/
LOVE. RESPECT. COMMUNITY
Allies empowers survivors of trafficking & sexual exploitation through mentorship and family support
Visit Allies to learn more about programs and ways you can support. https://www.allies-inc.org/
Donate https://www.allies-inc.org/donate/
Author and Leadership Development Professional, DeNeen Attard and Allies Mentorship Program Coordinator, Amanda Sparks, join Jessica to talk about the unique calling and purpose God gives each one of us. DeNeen shares what she has learned about stayed focused on pursuing God's purpose for her life, and the importance of staying in tune with who God says we are.
Learn more about becoming a mentor with Allies: https://www.allies-inc.org/becoming-a-mentor/
LOVE. RESPECT. COMMUNITY
Allies empowers survivors of trafficking & sexual exploitation through mentorship and family support
Visit Allies to learn more about programs and ways you can support. https://www.allies-inc.org/
Donate https://www.allies-inc.org/donate/
Jessica takes a few moments to share updates from the beginning of 2024 and some exciting things to look forward to this year with Allies.
Learn more about becoming a mentor with Allies: https://www.allies-inc.org/becoming-a-mentor/
LOVE. RESPECT. COMMUNITY
Allies empowers survivors of trafficking & sexual exploitation through mentorship and family support
Visit Allies to learn more about programs and ways you can support. https://www.allies-inc.org/
Donate https://www.allies-inc.org/donate/
Kyla McLinn chooses to be an intentional presence in the lives of youth through coaching and volunteering and being the "cool aunt." Hear how she has capitalized on her season of life to mentor those around her and fulfill the call God has placed in her life.
Learn more about becoming a mentor with Allies: https://www.allies-inc.org/becoming-a-mentor/
LOVE. RESPECT. COMMUNITY
Allies empowers survivors of trafficking & sexual exploitation through mentorship and family support
Visit Allies to learn more about programs and ways you can support. https://www.allies-inc.org/
Donate https://www.allies-inc.org/donate/
Dara Berkhalter is passionate about raising up the next generation of leaders, and has infused that philosophy into the corporate setting where she leads. She shares the importance of investing in those around her and seeking out other leaders to learn from.
Learn more about becoming a mentor with Allies: https://www.allies-inc.org/becoming-a-mentor/
LOVE. RESPECT. COMMUNITY
Allies empowers survivors of trafficking & sexual exploitation through mentorship and family support
Visit Allies to learn more about programs and ways you can support. https://www.allies-inc.org/
Donate https://www.allies-inc.org/donate/
Andrew Smiley joins Jessica to unpack how discipleship differs from traditional mentorship, and shares insight on how being a disciple of Jesus is a challenge worth taking.
Learn more about becoming a mentor with Allies: https://www.allies-inc.org/becoming-a-mentor/
LOVE. RESPECT. COMMUNITY
Allies empowers survivors of trafficking & sexual exploitation through mentorship and family support
Visit Allies to learn more about programs and ways you can support. https://www.allies-inc.org/
Donate https://www.allies-inc.org/donate/
Mentor pair, Mandy & K, sit down with Jessica to reminisce on their six year mentorship relationship, and the impact it has had in each of their lives.
Learn more about becoming a mentor with Allies: https://www.allies-inc.org/becoming-a-mentor/
LOVE. RESPECT. COMMUNITY
Allies empowers survivors of trafficking & sexual exploitation through mentorship and family support
Visit Allies to learn more about programs and ways you can support. https://www.allies-inc.org/
Donate https://www.allies-inc.org/donate/
The Everyday Advocate is back for season two! Host Jessica Evans shares what we can look forward to in 2024 to continue inspiring us to make a difference in our community wherever we are today.
Learn more about becoming a mentor with Allies: https://www.allies-inc.org/becoming-a-mentor/
LOVE. RESPECT. COMMUNITY
Allies empowers survivors of trafficking & sexual exploitation through mentorship and family support
Visit Allies to learn more about programs and ways you can support. https://www.allies-inc.org/
Donate https://www.allies-inc.org/donate/
Live from the Cannonball Lounge in downtown Indy, Allies "flipped the script" on Giving Tuesday and hosted a live podcast event. Hear from guests Kyle Defur, president of NCF Indiana and Melody Gandy, co-director of Family Advocacy Ministry at College Park Church as they share about living generous lives everyday.
Learn more about becoming a mentor with Allies: https://www.allies-inc.org/becoming-a-mentor/
LOVE. RESPECT. COMMUNITY
Allies empowers survivors of trafficking & sexual exploitation through mentorship and family support
Visit Allies to learn more about programs and ways you can support. https://www.allies-inc.org/
Donate https://www.allies-inc.org/donate/
Wrapping up this series on generosity, Audrey and Jessica are joined by Elaine Banter, Director of Volunteer Engagement at Dare to Care Food Bank in Louisville. She shares how volunteering is an intentional act of strengthening the community, and inspires us to be creative in how we play a part.
Learn more about becoming a mentor with Allies: https://www.allies-inc.org/becoming-a-mentor/
LOVE. RESPECT. COMMUNITY
Allies empowers survivors of trafficking & sexual exploitation through mentorship and family support
Visit Allies to learn more about programs and ways you can support. https://www.allies-inc.org/
Donate https://www.allies-inc.org/donate/
In the conversation of generosity, we tend to think that if we don't have much money, we can't be generous. Anna Campbell from National Christian Foundation joins Audrey and Jessica to remind us that it's not about what you have, but what you do with what you have that really matters.
Restored Creations: https://restored-creations-wmm.square.site/
"Story" by King Kaleidoscope: https://open.spotify.com/track/1MeQJmRY0bhWHBifD2dL7I
Learn more about becoming a mentor with Allies: https://www.allies-inc.org/becoming-a-mentor/
LOVE. RESPECT. COMMUNITY
Allies empowers survivors of trafficking & sexual exploitation through mentorship and family support
Visit Allies to learn more about programs and ways you can support. https://www.allies-inc.org/
Donate https://www.allies-inc.org/donate/
Jake and Jake are known around Indy as the Flower Boys. They join Audrey and Jessica to share about how they operate their business and live their lives with an abundance mindset. The Jakes encourage us to practice generosity whatever our role is in the workplace.
Learn more about becoming a mentor with Allies: https://www.allies-inc.org/becoming-a-mentor/
LOVE. RESPECT. COMMUNITY
Allies empowers survivors of trafficking & sexual exploitation through mentorship and family support
Visit Allies to learn more about programs and ways you can support. https://www.allies-inc.org/
Donate https://www.allies-inc.org/donate/
The delightful Kara Ranieri joins Audrey and Jessica as they jump into a new series on generosity. Living a life of generosity means much more than what we give financially. Kara shares how generosity in relationship can have a ripple effect in the community around us.
Learn more about becoming a mentor with Allies: https://www.allies-inc.org/becoming-a-mentor/
LOVE. RESPECT. COMMUNITY
Allies empowers survivors of trafficking & sexual exploitation through mentorship and family support
Visit Allies to learn more about programs and ways you can support. https://www.allies-inc.org/
Donate https://www.allies-inc.org/donate/
To wrap up the series, "How To Be A Friend 101," Audrey and Jessica invite a colleague who embodies intentional friendship, Amanda Sparks, for a conversation about how to express care and expand possibilities for others in our lives.
Learn more about becoming a mentor with Allies: https://www.allies-inc.org/becoming-a-mentor/
LOVE. RESPECT. COMMUNITY
Allies empowers survivors of trafficking & sexual exploitation through mentorship and family support
Visit Allies to learn more about programs and ways you can support. https://www.allies-inc.org/
Donate https://www.allies-inc.org/donate/
Jessica and Audrey share some practical tips for all of us who want to engage in healthy mentoring relationships. Listen as they unpack Allies' approach to preparing mentors for their mentoring relationship utilizing The Search Institute's Developmental Relationships Framework.
https://www.search-institute.org/developmental-relationships/developmental-relationships-framework/
Learn more about becoming a mentor with Allies: https://www.allies-inc.org/becoming-a-mentor/
LOVE. RESPECT. COMMUNITY
Allies empowers survivors of trafficking & sexual exploitation through mentorship and family support
Visit Allies to learn more about programs and ways you can support. https://www.allies-inc.org/
Donate https://www.allies-inc.org/donate/
In anticipation of our next series, we're sharing the first episode of, "The Everyday Advocate".
What does it mean to be an everyday advocate? Join hosts Jessica Evans and Audrey Hood as they share stories and resources for you to learn how to be an advocate wherever you are today.
LOVE. RESPECT. COMMUNITY
Allies empowers survivors of trafficking & sexual exploitation through mentorship and family support
Visit Allies to learn more about programs and ways you can support. https://www.allies-inc.org/
Donate https://www.allies-inc.org/donate/
In a culture that encourages self-preservation and building ourselves up, humbling yourself is not seen as an advantageous characteristic. On today's episode, Audrey and Jessica talk about the counter-cultural posture of sharing power in relationships.
LOVE. RESPECT. COMMUNITY Allies empowers survivors of trafficking & sexual exploitation through mentorship and family support Visit Allies to learn more about programs and ways you can support. https://www.allies-inc.org/ Donate https://www.allies-inc.org/donate/
When we can find the balance of truth in love, we can help others grow in ways that are meaningful. Laura Coonrod joins Jessica and Audrey the podcast today to share why challenging growth is a beautiful way to love those around you.
LOVE. RESPECT. COMMUNITY Allies empowers survivors of trafficking & sexual exploitation through mentorship and family support Visit Allies to learn more about programs and ways you can support. https://www.allies-inc.org/ Donate https://www.allies-inc.org/donate/
This week launches a new series called "How to Be a Friend 101," unpacking the SEARCH Institute's Developmental Relationships Framework. Jamie Hergott joins Audrey and Jessica to talk about practical ways to provide support in mentorship and in everyday life.
LOVE. RESPECT. COMMUNITY Allies empowers survivors of trafficking & sexual exploitation through mentorship and family support Visit Allies to learn more about programs and ways you can support. https://www.allies-inc.org/ Donate https://www.allies-inc.org/donate/
Because youth spend a majority of their day in schools, educators have a unique opportunity to support kids and provide protective factors against trafficking. Dr. Keeana Warren, CEO of Purdue Polytechnic High School joins Jessica and Audrey to highlight the importance of partnerships between schools and the community to create a holistic learning environment to keep kids safe and reach their full potential.
Educational Resources on Allies, Inc's website
LOVE. RESPECT. COMMUNITY Allies empowers survivors of trafficking & sexual exploitation through mentorship and family support Visit Allies to learn more about programs and ways you can support. https://www.allies-inc.org/ Donate https://www.allies-inc.org/donate/
Every youth Allies works with is touched by the Child Welfare System in some capacity. They sometimes get a bad rap, but understanding that their ultimate goal is for the safety and provision for youth who have been harmed helps us change that perspective. Audrey and Jessica are joined by Yvonne Moore, Focused Needs Director for the Indiana Department of Child Services to give a high-level overview of the Child Welfare System in Indiana and what we can do to support it as everyday advocates in our community. *Opinions expressed in the episode are that of Yvonne Moore and not the Department of Child Services.
Past Episode with Whitney Nixon of ITVAP
Jade's Story
Five Things Survivors What You to Know
Educational Resources on Allies, Inc's website
LOVE. RESPECT. COMMUNITY Allies empowers survivors of trafficking & sexual exploitation through mentorship and family support Visit Allies to learn more about programs and ways you can support. https://www.allies-inc.org/ Donate https://www.allies-inc.org/donate/
It might be assumed that once a survivor is removed from their exploitive situation, most of their challenges are over. However, for many, the challenges merely shift as they navigate the legal system, recovery and community-based resources. Audrey and Jessica sit down with Karen Maher from ICESAHT to talk about policy and legislation impacting survivors and the complexities that survivors face.
LOVE. RESPECT. COMMUNITY Allies empowers survivors of trafficking & sexual exploitation through mentorship and family support Visit Allies to learn more about programs and ways you can support. https://www.allies-inc.org/ Donate https://www.allies-inc.org/donate/
Jumping into a new series highlighting industries that intersect with anti-trafficking, Audrey and Jessica have a conversation with Maggie Owens about mental health, how it impacts survivors of trafficking, and how we as everyday advocates can support those around us.
LOVE. RESPECT. COMMUNITY Allies empowers survivors of trafficking & sexual exploitation through mentorship and family support Visit Allies to learn more about programs and ways you can support. https://www.allies-inc.org/ Donate https://www.allies-inc.org/donate/
Mission first, people always is the mission of Brad Bennett's company and personal core value. He joins Audrey and Jessica on the podcast to explore how his faith changes the way he sees people and leads his organization.
Brad’s businesses:
Generator Supercenter of Indianapolis
Paws & Play Dog Resort & Training Center
LOVE. RESPECT. COMMUNITY Allies empowers survivors of trafficking & sexual exploitation through mentorship and family support Visit Allies to learn more about programs and ways you can support. https://www.allies-inc.org/ Donate https://www.allies-inc.org/donate/
Adrienne Evans and Ali Wren of the Flourish Gathering join Audrey and Jessica for a sweet conversation about living out your faith as leaders in the everyday. Following the call on their hearts to intentionally gather women into a space where they feel seen and inspired has turned into an annual gathering for women all over the community. Their humility and obedience to the call on their hearts will inspire you as they share what leadership has looked like in their journey.
Flourish website: flourishindy.com
Flourish IG: @flourishindy
A New Liturgy - Here Are My Hands: https://store.anewliturgy.com/album/no-5-here-are-my-hands
A New Liturgy - The Examen: https://store.anewliturgy.com/album/no-6-the-examen-extended-editionAmazon.com
A Surrendered Yes: 52 Devotions to Let Go and Live Free: https://www.rebekahlyons.com/asy
LOVE. RESPECT. COMMUNITY Allies empowers survivors of trafficking & sexual exploitation through mentorship and family support Visit Allies to learn more about programs and ways you can support. https://www.allies-inc.org/ Donate https://www.allies-inc.org/donate/
It's not uncommon to know someone who has experienced hurt through their engagement with the Church. In this episode, Barry Rager joins Jessica and Audrey to talk about how both leaders and church members can walk with people as they navigate church hurt.
Mentioned resources:
Leading with a Limp by David Allender: https://theallendercenter.org/store/products/leading-with-a-limp/
New Circle Church / Barry Rager Contact: https://www.newcirclechurch.com/about-1
LOVE. RESPECT. COMMUNITY Allies empowers survivors of trafficking & sexual exploitation through mentorship and family support Visit Allies to learn more about programs and ways you can support. https://www.allies-inc.org/ Donate https://www.allies-inc.org/donate/
In this new series on Leading Differently as Christians, Audrey and Jessica sit down with Christopher Suder, a Spiritual Director and Hospice Chaplain, to talk through a variety of spiritual disciplines that are helpful for Christian leaders to implement into their daily lives.
LOVE. RESPECT. COMMUNITY Allies empowers survivors of trafficking & sexual exploitation through mentorship and family support Visit Allies to learn more about programs and ways you can support. https://www.allies-inc.org/ Donate https://www.allies-inc.org/donate/
Audrey and Jess wrap up the series on different types of mentoring with a conversation between the two of them. In this episode they share about their own mentorship journeys and the inspiration behind the Allies mentorship program.
LOVE. RESPECT. COMMUNITY Allies empowers survivors of trafficking & sexual exploitation through mentorship and family support Visit Allies to learn more about programs and ways you can support. https://www.allies-inc.org/ Donate https://www.allies-inc.org/donate/
You've likely heard of the mentoring organization, Big Brothers Big Sisters. Their reach and impact across the US is truly remarkable. On this episode, Chad Rogers, a "Big" and also a board member for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Indiana joins Audrey and Jessica to share about how his passion for mentoring has grown and why being a "defender of potential" matters.Bebigforkids.orgLOVE. RESPECT. COMMUNITYAllies empowers survivors of trafficking & sexual exploitation through mentorship and family supportVisit Allies to learn more about programs and ways you can support. https://www.allies-inc.org/Donate https://www.allies-inc.org/donate/
John Barnard from Middleman Ministries in Waco, TX joins Audrey and Jessica for an inspiring conversation about how he ministers through mentoring. Through his unique passion of skateboarding, John has created a relational space to help teenagers realize their identity, purpose and community.
Check out John's book: https://www.amazon.com/Mephibosheth-Search-Identity-Purpose-Community/dp/1955546312/ref=sr_1_1?crid=18UNCX0VQ6OZK&keywords=john+barnard+book&qid=1684502053&sprefix=john+barnard%2Caps%2C210&sr=8-1
Check out Middleman Ministries: https://www.middleman-ministries.org/
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Jumping into a new series called Mentoring for Anyone, Audrey and Jessica sit down with friend and co-worker, Regan Bennett to hear about her experience mentoring through Teach One to Lead One, a school-based group mentoring program. Regan's honest perspective about her journey into mentoring will inspire anyone who may be hesitant about becoming a mentor to give it a try!
LOVE. RESPECT. COMMUNITYAllies empowers survivors of trafficking & sexual exploitation through mentorship and family supportVisit Allies to learn more about programs and ways you can support. https://www.allies-inc.org/Donate https://www.allies-inc.org/donate/
At the intersection of education, mentorship and recreation you'll find Dr. Nathan Schaumleffel. Audrey and Jessica were excited to pick Dr. Nathan's brain about what it means to be on a journey of learning how to interact with others in a trauma-informed way. Together they explore the ways in which initially connecting to enhance Allies' program design has had a ripple effect into their everyday lives.
Join us at Illuminate on April 21! Get your tickets at Allies-inc.orgLOVE. RESPECT. COMMUNITYAllies empowers survivors of trafficking & sexual exploitation through mentorship and family supportVisit Allies to learn more about programs and ways you can support. https://www.allies-inc.org/Donate https://www.allies-inc.org/donate/
Jasmine Minor, Investigative Reporter and Anchor for WISH-TV, joins Audrey and Jessica to share how she uses a trauma-informed approach to her work. Together, they discuss the importance of seeing those we interact with as whole people, and how giving back can fill you up.Join us at Illuminate on April 21! Get your tickets at Allies-inc.orgLOVE. RESPECT. COMMUNITYAllies empowers survivors of trafficking & sexual exploitation through mentorship and family supportVisit Allies to learn more about programs and ways you can support. https://www.allies-inc.org/Donate https://www.allies-inc.org/donate/
To wrap up this series called "We are Daring to Lead," Audrey and Jessica are joined by Aaron Thomas, a self-described serial entrepreneur and leader in many areas of life. Together, they dive into the topics of taking risks in leadership, learning from failure, and the importance of building a community around us in our leadership journey.Learn more about the Seeds and Water Collective: https://www.seedsandwaterco.org/
LOVE. RESPECT. COMMUNITY
Allies empowers survivors of trafficking & sexual exploitation through mentorship and family support
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Special guest, Amanda Welu, joins Jessica and Audrey to share how she has learned to use conflict as a tool to build a healthy work environment. Her practical takeaways will inspire all of us to lean into healthy conflict and create a safe space to rumble in our everyday lives.
LOVE. RESPECT. COMMUNITY
Allies empowers survivors of trafficking & sexual exploitation through mentorship and family support
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Audrey and Jessica are joined by Simona Reising to explore the concept of building vulnerability-based trust. They share some practical takeaways and first steps toward building trust with yourself and others utilizing Brene Brown's "BRAVING trust inventory," and explore why becoming a better leader starts with self-reflection.
LOVE. RESPECT. COMMUNITY
Allies empowers survivors of trafficking & sexual exploitation through mentorship and family support
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Darlene Bradley joins Jessica and Audrey to kick off our new leadership series, "We are Daring to Lead." Drawing on her extensive background in law enforcement and the anti-trafficking field, Darlene shares about her leadership journey and how vulnerability, kindness and intentionality have all played a role.
LOVE. RESPECT. COMMUNITY
Allies empowers survivors of trafficking & sexual exploitation through mentorship and family support
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Jessica and Audrey are joined by Trisha Prickett and Justine Wise, both LCSWs and colleagues in the anti-trafficking field. Together, they talk through the many benefits and challenges to utilizing a multi-disciplinary approach to serving survivors, and the unique role mentors have in that space. Listeners will be challenged to consider how they can capitalize on collaboration with the community around them everyday.
Build Beyond Conference link: https://ascent121.org/build-beyond/
Trisha Prickett with Ascent 121: https://ascent121.org/
Justine Wise with Bashor Children's Home: https://bashor.org/
LOVE. RESPECT. COMMUNITY
Allies empowers survivors of trafficking & sexual exploitation through mentorship and family support
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Jessica and Audrey are joined by mentor/mentee pair, Kathy & G, to give us insight to their everyday relationship. As Allies' longest-running mentor/mentee match, they share what they have learned, how they've grown, and how their relationship has changed both of their lives
LOVE. RESPECT. COMMUNITY
Allies empowers survivors of trafficking & sexual exploitation through mentorship and family support
Visit Allies to learn more about programs and ways you can support. https://www.allies-inc.org/
Donate https://www.allies-inc.org/donate/
Jessica and Audrey share some practical tips for all of us who want to engage in healthy mentoring relationships. Listen as they unpack Allies' approach to preparing mentors for their mentoring relationship utilizing The Search Institute's Developmental Relationships Framework.
https://www.search-institute.org/developmental-relationships/developmental-relationships-framework/
LOVE. RESPECT. COMMUNITY
Allies empowers survivors of trafficking & sexual exploitation through mentorship and family support
Visit Allies to learn more about programs and ways you can support. https://www.allies-inc.org/
Donate https://www.allies-inc.org/donate/
Jessica and Audrey unpack what it means to utilize a whole family approach to serving survivors of human trafficking. Be inspired to think about your own personal philosophy in life and how it impacts your everyday relationships.
LOVE. RESPECT. COMMUNITY
Allies empowers survivors of trafficking & sexual exploitation through mentorship and family support
Visit Allies to learn more about programs and ways you can support. https://www.allies-inc.org/
Donate https://www.allies-inc.org/donate/
Sarah Clark joins hosts Jessica Evans and Audrey Hood to talk about how trauma may touches our daily lives, and gives us practical tools for helping ourselves and others.
Learn more about our THRIVE program: https://www.allies-inc.org/thrive/
LOVE. RESPECT. COMMUNITY
Allies, Inc empowers survivors of trafficking & sexual exploitation through mentorship and family support
Visit Allies to learn more about programs and ways you can support. https://www.allies-inc.org/
Donate https://www.allies-inc.org/donate/
Alyssa Van Vactor, Executive Director of kNot Today works to share knowledge and resources that educate families and parents about human trafficking. Join hosts Jessica Evans and Audrey Hood as they share stories and resources for you to learn and be an everyday advocate.
More about kNot Today: https://knottoday.org/
kNot Today Child Protection Guide for Parents & Caregivers: https://knottoday.org/guide/
https://www.defendyoungminds.com
LOVE. RESPECT. COMMUNITY
Allies, Inc empowers survivors of trafficking & sexual exploitation through mentorship and family support
Visit Allies to learn more about programs and ways you can support. https://www.allies-inc.org/
Donate https://www.allies-inc.org/donate/
What are 5 things survivors of human trafficking want you to know? Join hosts Jessica Evans and Audrey Hood as they share stories and resources for you to learn and be an everyday advocate.
LOVE. RESPECT. COMMUNITY
Allies, Inc empowers survivors of trafficking & sexual exploitation through mentorship and family support
Visit Allies to learn more about programs and ways you can support. https://www.allies-inc.org/
Donate https://www.allies-inc.org/donate/
What does it mean to be an everyday advocate? Join hosts Jessica Evans and Audrey Hood as they share stories and resources for you to learn how to be an advocate wherever you are today.
LOVE. RESPECT. COMMUNITY
Allies empowers survivors of trafficking & sexual exploitation through mentorship and family support
Visit Allies to learn more about programs and ways you can support. https://www.allies-inc.org/
Donate https://www.allies-inc.org/donate/
Thanks for listening to our pilot season of the Allies Podcast. We are excited for you to continue listening as we continue to grow with The Everyday Advocate.
EDUCATE. CONNECT. EMPOWER.
Allies empowers survivors of trafficking & sexual exploitation through mentorship and family support
Visit Allies to learn more about programs and ways you can support. https://www.allies-inc.org/
Donate https://www.allies-inc.org/donate/
What happens when businesses come together to support a cause? Allies Mentor and sponsor, Shannon Wise joins Caitlin Wuethrich and Jessica Evans to have a conversation about the ripple effects of volunteering.
Listen now as Shannon Wise shares her experience with using her business to support Allies.
EDUCATE. CONNECT. EMPOWER.
Empowering survivors of trafficking & sexual exploitation through awareness, prevention education & connection.
Visit Allies to learn more about programs and ways you can support. https://www.allies-inc.org/
Contact Caitlin at caitlin@allies-inc.org
Donate https://www.allies-inc.org/donate/
Listen now as these ladies explain more about the importance of values as an anti trafficking organization.
EDUCATE. CONNECT. EMPOWER.
Empowering survivors of trafficking & sexual exploitation through awareness, prevention education & connection.
Visit Allies to learn more about programs and ways you can support. https://www.allies-inc.org/
Contact Caitlin at caitlin@allies-inc.org
Donate https://www.allies-inc.org/donate/
What happens when one person makes a decision to become a mentor? Allies Mentor, Amanda Sparks joins Caitlin Wuethrich and Jessica Evans to have a conversation about the ripple effects of volunteering.
Listen now as Amanda Sparks shares her experience with mentoring.
EDUCATE. CONNECT. EMPOWER.
Empowering survivors of trafficking & sexual exploitation through awareness, prevention education & connection.
Visit Allies to learn more about programs and ways you can support. https://www.allies-inc.org/
Contact Caitlin at caitlin@allies-inc.org
Donate https://www.allies-inc.org/donate/
Listen now as these ladies explain more about the importance of values as an anti trafficking organization.
EDUCATE. CONNECT. EMPOWER.
Empowering survivors of trafficking & sexual exploitation through awareness, prevention education & connection.
Visit Allies to learn more about programs and ways you can support. https://www.allies-inc.org/
Contact Caitlin at caitlin@allies-inc.org
Donate https://www.allies-inc.org/donate/
What happens when one person makes a decision to volunteer? Laura Coonrod of Grit into Grace joins Caitlin Wuethrich and Jessica Evans to have a conversation about the ripple effects of volunteering.
Listen now as Laura Coonrod shares her experience with volunteering.
EDUCATE. CONNECT. EMPOWER.
Empowering survivors of trafficking & sexual exploitation through awareness, prevention education & connection.
Visit Allies to learn more about programs and ways you can support. https://www.allies-inc.org/
Contact Caitlin at caitlin@allies-inc.org
Donate https://www.allies-inc.org/donate/
Listen now as these ladies explain more about the importance of values as an anti trafficking organization.
EDUCATE. CONNECT. EMPOWER.
Empowering survivors of trafficking & sexual exploitation through awareness, prevention education & connection.
Visit Allies to learn more about programs and ways you can support. https://www.allies-inc.org/
Contact Caitlin at caitlin@allies-inc.org
Donate https://www.allies-inc.org/donate/
What does it take to be build partnerships within the anti-trafficking space? Rachel and Kara Ranieri join Caitlin Wuethrich and Jessica Evans to have a conversation about the ripple effects of mentoring in this brand new series full of really fun and interesting conversations.
Listen now as these ladies share their experience with Allies as mother & daughter in anti trafficking advocacy.
EDUCATE. CONNECT. EMPOWER.
Empowering survivors of trafficking & sexual exploitation through awareness, prevention education & connection.
Visit Allies to learn more about programs and ways you can support. https://www.allies-inc.org/
Contact Caitlin at caitlin@allies-inc.org
Donate https://www.allies-inc.org/donate/
Listen now as these ladies explain more about the importance of values as an anti trafficking organization.
EDUCATE. CONNECT. EMPOWER.
Empowering survivors of trafficking & sexual exploitation through awareness, prevention education & connection.
Visit Allies to learn more about programs and ways you can support. https://www.allies-inc.org/
Contact Caitlin at caitlin@allies-inc.org
Donate https://www.allies-inc.org/donate/
What does it take to be build partnerships within the anti-trafficking space? Stefanie Jeffers from Grit Into Grace joins Caitlin Wuethrich and Jessica Evans to have a conversation about how organizations like Grit Into Grace work with Allies to combat human trafficking.
Listen now as these ladies explain more about the importance of volunteers in the Allies organization.
More about Grit Into Grace: http://gritintograce.org
EDUCATE. CONNECT. EMPOWER.
Empowering survivors of trafficking & sexual exploitation through awareness, prevention education & connection.
Visit Allies to learn more about programs and ways you can support. https://www.allies-inc.org/
Contact Caitlin at caitlin@allies-inc.org
Donate https://www.allies-inc.org/donate/
Listen now as these ladies explain more about the importance of values as an anti trafficking organization.
EDUCATE. CONNECT. EMPOWER.
Empowering survivors of trafficking & sexual exploitation through awareness, prevention education & connection.
Visit Allies to learn more about programs and ways you can support. https://www.allies-inc.org/
Contact Caitlin at caitlin@allies-inc.org
Donate https://www.allies-inc.org/donate/
What does kickball have to do with Allies? Caitlin Wuethrich is live at the Allies annual Kick For One fundraising event interviewing sponsors about why they continue to support Allies every year.
Listen now as our sponsors share their support in kicking human trafficking through the Allies organization.
Thank you to our guests Allison Hanscom with Common Ground West, Omar Martin with Swift Kick in the Grass, Shannon Wise with Insperity, Zach for being the bracket master, David King the President of Board of Directors for Allies, and Nathan Hood with Red Light Rollers.
EDUCATE. CONNECT. EMPOWER.
Empowering survivors of trafficking & sexual exploitation through awareness, prevention education & connection.
Visit Allies to learn more about programs and ways you can support. https://www.allies-inc.org/
Contact Caitlin at caitlin@allies-inc.org
Donate https://www.allies-inc.org/donate/
Listen now as these ladies explain more about the importance of values as an anti trafficking organization.
EDUCATE. CONNECT. EMPOWER.
Empowering survivors of trafficking & sexual exploitation through awareness, prevention education & connection.
Visit Allies to learn more about programs and ways you can support. https://www.allies-inc.org/
Contact Caitlin at caitlin@allies-inc.org
Donate https://www.allies-inc.org/donate/
What does it take to be a mentor with Allies? Mandy Long joins Caitlin Wuethrich and Jessica Evans to have a conversation about what her journey with Allies has looked like.
Listen now as these ladies explain more about the importance of volunteers in the Allies organization.
EDUCATE. CONNECT. EMPOWER.
Empowering survivors of trafficking & sexual exploitation through awareness, prevention education & connection.
Visit Allies to learn more about programs and ways you can support. https://www.allies-inc.org/
Contact Caitlin at caitlin@allies-inc.org
Donate https://www.allies-inc.org/donate/
Listen now as these ladies explain more about the importance of values as an anti trafficking organization.
EDUCATE. CONNECT. EMPOWER.
Empowering survivors of trafficking & sexual exploitation through awareness, prevention education & connection.
Visit Allies to learn more about programs and ways you can support. https://www.allies-inc.org/
Contact Caitlin at caitlin@allies-inc.org
Donate https://www.allies-inc.org/donate/
Have you ever stopped to consider the importance of having core values and what impact it has on the culture of an organization? Audrey Hood joins Caitlin Wuethrich and Jessica Evans to have a conversation about the core values of Allies, how we got here with core values, and how that ties into our culture as an organization.
Listen now as these ladies explain more about the importance of values as an anti trafficking organization.
EDUCATE. CONNECT. EMPOWER.
Empowering survivors of trafficking & sexual exploitation through awareness, prevention education & connection.
Visit Allies to learn more about programs and ways you can support. https://www.allies-inc.org/
Contact Caitlin at caitlin@allies-inc.org
Donate https://www.allies-inc.org/donate/
Have you been looking for opportunities to mentor our youth? Whitney Nixon joins Caitlin Wuethrich and Jessica Evans to share how ITVAP provides anti-trafficking support to organizations like Allies.
Whitney is the service provider support director at ITVAP, which stands for Indiana Trafficking Victim Assistance Program.
Listen now as Whitney Nixon shares what's going on in trafficking across the state of Indiana.
More about Indiana Trafficking Victim Assistance Program: https://indysb.org/itvap/
EDUCATE. CONNECT. EMPOWER.
Empowering survivors of trafficking & sexual exploitation through awareness, prevention education & connection.
Visit Allies to learn more about programs and ways you can support. https://www.allies-inc.org/
Contact Caitlin at caitlin@allies-inc.org
Donate https://www.allies-inc.org/donate/
Have you been looking for opportunities to mentor our youth? Discover the impact of mentorship as Mentor Coach, Jamie Hergott joins Caitlin Wuethrich to share her journey through the mentorship program.
Jamie became a volunteer with Allies and wrote our newsletter for almost 10 years and then became a mentor and now is on staff as a mentor coach. She is one of the most loving and encouraging people you'll ever meet.
EDUCATE. CONNECT. EMPOWER.
Empowering survivors of trafficking & sexual exploitation through awareness, prevention education & connection.
Visit Allies to learn more about programs and ways you can support. https://www.allies-inc.org/
Contact Caitlin at caitlin@allies-inc.org
Donate https://www.allies-inc.org/donate/
*TRIGGER WARNING*
Disclaimer: This episode talks about human trafficking and shares details that are for mature audiences. Please be advised.
Have you ever stopped to think about how human trafficking happens? It might not be the way you imagine it. In this episode you will meet a fictional teenage girl named Jade. This episode breaks down the trafficking process into 4 categories.
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Risk Factors
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Recruitment and Grooming Strategies
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Exploitation
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Red flags
EDUCATE. CONNECT. EMPOWER.
Empowering survivors of trafficking & sexual exploitation through awareness, prevention education & connection.
Visit Allies to learn more about programs and ways you can support. https://www.allies-inc.org/
Contact Caitlin at caitlin@allies-inc.org
Donate https://www.allies-inc.org/donate/
From the very beginning Allies has been committed to raising awareness in the community. For over 11 years now the organization has been educating the community to understand what trafficking looks like. Hosts Caitlin Wuethrich and Jessica Evans are sharing the WHY behind the Allies Organization.
Allies offers 5 programs:
- My Life My Choice: for high school (or upper middle school) girls through adults who are at risk or have been sexually exploited. MLMC is a national model of empowerment for girls and effective education on prevention of sexual exploitation. The curriculum is centered on the goals of changing attitudes and perceptions about the commercial sex industry, improving knowledge about sexual health and substance abuse, and increasing skills that help reduce the risk of exploitation.
- Allies Mentorship: Mission - Allies Mentors believe that every survivor of sex trafficking and exploitation is worthy of healthy love, respect, and community. We realize this belief by walking through life with survivors in mentorship.
- Thrive: Parents and guardians of youth affected by human trafficking and sexual exploitation have a unique set of experiences, concerns and needs that are often unmet. Not only does Allies want to reach this population with education and tools for success but also with a form of support and empathy that only others who have similar experiences can provide.
- Job Training: The purpose of the Allies Job Training Program (JTP) is to help prepare survivors in the Allies Mentorship Program to enter into the workforce through a supportive and trauma-informed environment.
- Campus Chapter: Our mission is to empower college students to raise awareness about human trafficking and exploitation, advocate for survivors, and garner support for the anti-trafficking efforts of Allies. Our campus chapter program – Campuses Against Trafficking – is designed to spur on college students in the fight against trafficking and exploitation. They are a passionate group of individuals with access to a large amount of people – an ideal situation for raising awareness about an important issue. Are you a college student interested in starting a chapter or do you know someone that might be? Keep reading to learn more about if this is right for your school!
EDUCATE. CONNECT. EMPOWER.
Empowering survivors of trafficking & sexual exploitation through awareness, prevention education & connection.
Visit Allies to learn more about programs and ways you can support. https://www.allies-inc.org/
Contact Caitlin at caitlin@allies-inc.org
Donate https://www.allies-inc.org/donate/