She Is Your Neighbour

Behind the Scenes with Lillie Proksch and Jenna Mayne

In this bonus episode of She Is Your Neighbour, our producer, Lillie, joins us to talk all things She Is Your Neighbour!

In this episode, we reflect on our favourite episodes of the podcast, and discuss the incredible impact these stories have had on us personally. We also talk about the process of creating impactful content, like the podcast and our short documentary and how this has resonated with our community. 

The conversation also touches on the transformative journeys of guests like Colette and Destiny, who have turned their experiences into advocacy. Looking ahead, we share our aspirations for the podcast’s growth and the importance of community support in addressing domestic violence. 

 Join in the conversation! Use the hashtag #SheIsYourNeighbour and connect with us on social media at @SheIsYourNeighbour and @WomensCrisisSWR.

Educating Youth to Prevent Violence with Angela Stahlbaum

Angela is an Outreach Support Worker at Women’s Crisis Services and since 2019 she has worked in the Youth Education assignment, teaching young people in the community about safe and healthy relationships. 

In this episode we talk to Angela about the power of prevention work, how we are working with young people in the community to increase education about healthy relationships and how empathy is a superpower. 

Join in the conversation! Use the hashtag #SheIsYourNeighbour and connect with us on social media at @SheIsYourNeighbour and @WomensCrisisSWR.

Watch the full video on Youtube: https://youtu.be/XDnWkr_ogsk 

Empowering Equity-Deserving Groups with Kiana Ugwuegbula

Kiana is the Equity Lead at Women’s Crisis Services of Waterloo Region. Prior to this role, Kiana was an Outreach Support Worker, connecting with women in the community experiencing domestic violence to provide safety planning and community resources. 

In this episode, we talk to Kiana about the Outreach Program at Women’s Crisis Services, how the Outreach Program aims to wrap survivors in support and the importance of public education in ending domestic and gender-based violence. 

Join in the conversation! Use the hashtag #SheIsYourNeighbour and connect with us on social media at @SheIsYourNeighbour and @WomensCrisisSWR.

Watch the full video on Youtube: https://youtu.be/dcZH0prbqRg 

 

Building Community Networks for Long-Term Support with Leigh Savage

Leigh is the Residential Program Manager at Women’s Crisis Services Emergency Shelter, Haven House. Leigh is also an energy practitioner, has a private practice and works with her partner, Iona, doing EDI work.  

In this episode, we talk to Leigh about the shelter system and how spaces have adapted to support more individuals experiencing abuse. We also talk about the importance of community building and how shelter is only one step in someone’s healing journey.  

 Join in the conversation! Use the hashtag #SheIsYourNeighbour and connect with us on social media at @SheIsYourNeighbour and @WomensCrisisSWR.

Watch the full video on Youtube: https://youtu.be/wU-mb1W46HE 

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Providing Support at Every Age with Arwaa Mawed

Arwaa is an Outreach Support Worker at Women’s Crisis Services of Waterloo Region. Prior to this role, Arwaa was a Child and Youth Worker, providing programming and supports to children who are staying in emergency shelter.

In this episode, we talk to Arwaa about child and youth programming at Women’s Crisis Services and the different groups that are available for the youngest clients in our emergency shelters. We also talk about individualized safety plans and the importance of keeping survivors stories at the forefront of our minds when doing this work.

Join in the conversation! Use the hashtag #SheIsYourNeighbour and connect with us on social media at @SheIsYourNeighbour and @WomensCrisisSWR.

Watch the full video on Youtube: https://youtu.be/6JVXjALS6ek 

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Meeting Clients Where They Are At with Jay Scott

Jay is a Residential Support Worker at Women’s Crisis Services Emergency Shelter, Anselma House.

Jay also owns JayRoots Wellness, a trauma-informed wellness space for self-expression, emotional grounding, and culturally aligned care—designed for BIPOC youth, adults, and communities seeking real rest and release. 

In this episode, we talk to Jay about the process of entering a violence against women shelter, how collaboration plays a key role in individualized healing and the transformative power of music therapy. 

Join in the conversation! Use the hashtag #SheIsYourNeighbour and connect with us on social media at @SheIsYourNeighbour and @WomensCrisisSWR.

Watch the full video on Youtube: https://youtu.be/cZ-N-ILkDpM 

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Leading in the Violence Against Women Sector with Jennifer Hutton

Jennifer Hutton is the CEO of Women's Crisis Services of Waterloo Region and she has passionately led the organization since 2018.

In this special, bonus episode of She Is Your Neighbour, Jen discusses her journey in social services. She also shares her personal connection to the issue and talks about the impact of femicide, as well as the evolution of domestic violence awareness.  

Join in the conversation! Use the hashtag #SheIsYourNeighbour and connect with us on social media at @SheIsYourNeighbour and @WomensCrisisSWR.

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Breaking the Cycle of Intergenerational Trauma with Serena Wesley

Serena works at the Healing of the Seven Generations in Waterloo Region as a Program Manager and Bail Supervisor. 

In this episode, Serena shares her personal experience with domestic violence and how it led to the loss of her mother’s life when Serena was only 9 years old. She was taken into care through the foster care system and over the years, she has continued to learn more about her Indigenous roots, which led her to the work she is doing today. 

Join in the conversation! Use the hashtag #SheIsYourNeighbour and connect with us on social media at @SheIsYourNeighbour and @WomensCrisisSWR. 

 

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Supporting Survivors with Culturally Safe Housing with Qwuy’um’aat Elliott

Qwuy’um’aat works as a Senior Strategic Advisor at BC Housing. She is also the owner of Ever Plan Consulting and an Instructor at Vancouver Island University where she teaches Indigenous Lands Management and Indigenous Community Planning.  

In this episode, Qwuy’um’aat talks about the challenges that Indigenous women face, particularly in relation to gender-based violence and housing insecurity. She shares her personal experiences and professional insights, emphasizing the need for culturally safe housing and community support for Indigenous women. 

Join in the conversation! Use the hashtag #SheIsYourNeighbour and connect with us on social media at @SheIsYourNeighbour and @WomensCrisisSWR.

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Holistic Approaches to Indigenous Healing with Amber Silversmith

Amber is a Counsellor at Ganohkwasra Family Assault Support Services.  

In this episode, Amber talks about the various programs offered by Ganohkwasra, including safe shelter, counselling, and other supports for women, men, youth and children seeking safety from violence. She also talks about the work she does with  missing and murdered Indigenous women and families, and the role culture plays in Indigenous healing. 

Join in the conversation! Use the hashtag #SheIsYourNeighbour and connect with us on social media at @SheIsYourNeighbour and @WomensCrisisSWR. 

Join in the conversation! Use the hashtag #SheIsYourNeighbour and connect with us on social media at @SheIsYourNeighbour and @WomensCrisisSWR.

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Join the Neighbourhood Newsletter to stay up to date with the She Is Your Neighbour Team!

 

Thank our series sponsor, Shimco.