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Conversations and Connections is a podcast from the Family Crisis Center of East Texas. Each week we’ll discuss various topics focusing on sexual assault, domestic violence, prevention, healthy relationships, victim support, legal advocacy, and more. You can email us at ConversationsAndConnections@fccet.com with any questions or comments.
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Monday Apr 10, 2023
Monday Apr 10, 2023
Continuing the topic of Sexual Assault Awareness Month, Stuart talks with the agency's Sexual Assault Services Coordinator Mallory Dotson about the importance of recognizing the issue in East Texas and how the agency serves survivors.

Monday Apr 03, 2023
Monday Apr 03, 2023
April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month across the country, and it means that the Family Crisis Center of East Texas will play host to numerous events in East Texas. In this episode, Stuart talks with agency Development Director Melissa Wheeler about why it's important to recognize the month and how the Family Crisis Center plans to mark the occasion.

Monday Mar 13, 2023
Monday Mar 13, 2023
Harold's House will be conducting an event in Lufkin on March 30th for community leaders to help them respond to incidents of child abuse. In this episode, Stuart talks with Harold's House Program Director Madelyn Pool about this event and the reason Harold's House is conducting it. To register, visit Harold's House Facebook page, call 936-634-1999, or visit haroldshouse.org

Monday Feb 20, 2023
Monday Feb 20, 2023
February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month in the U.S. Statistics say 1 in 3 teens will experience some form of dating violence. In this episode, agency Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner Kim Riddle talks with Stuart about the issue of dating violence among teens.

Monday Feb 06, 2023
Monday Feb 06, 2023
The Nac Can Coalition's job is to raise awareness and to conduct prevention efforts when it comes to alcohol and substance abuse. In this episode, Stuart talks with Cindy Vargas and Melissa Russell about Nac Can's mission and how they work to make our community a safer place.

Monday Jan 23, 2023
Monday Jan 23, 2023
Homelessness is a problem that knows no boundaries, including right here in East Texas. In this episode, Stuart talks with Stephanie Hess, founder of Blessing Bags for N.A.C. This non-profit agency is reaching out to the homeless communities in Angelina and Nacogdoches counties in an effort to supply then with food, toiletries, and other needed items.

Monday Jan 16, 2023
Monday Jan 16, 2023
Stuart talks again with agency Human Trafficking Coordinator Maria Villarreal about Texas House Bill 390, which requires motel and hotel employees to be trained on Human Trafficking Prevention.

Monday Jan 02, 2023
Monday Jan 02, 2023
We're kicking off 2023 with an episode on Human Trafficking. January is Human Trafficking Awareness Month, and Stuart talks with agency Human Trafficking Specialist Maria Villarreal. Maria talks about the differences between labor and sex trafficking, as well as what tactics traffickers use to lure potential victims.

Monday Oct 24, 2022
Monday Oct 24, 2022
Domestic Violence isn't just a problem in large metropolitan areas. It also affects our rural communities. In this episode, Stuart talks with Licensed Professional Counselor Cynthia Ince, who's practice in located in Hemphill. Stuart and Cynthia talk about the perception of domestic violence in small, rural communities and the unique challenges that go along with that.

Monday Oct 17, 2022
Monday Oct 17, 2022
Domestic violence is not just a women's issue. Men play a vital role in preventing domestic violence and promoting prevention. In this episode, Stuart and BIPP Coordinator Will Windham have a discussion on what men can do in the prevention effort.