Speaking Out on Financial Abuse
Speaking Out on Financial Abuse
Podcast Description
Financial abuse in marriage and romantic partnerships is not a relationship issue. Financial abuse is a domestic violence issue. Hear the stories of anonymous financial abuse survivors from every part of the world, plus many experts and committed advocates weigh in on the topic of financial abuse and how prevention and support for survivors can be increased.
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The podcast focuses on key themes related to financial abuse, including personal recovery stories, educational resources, and emotional support for survivors. Specific episodes explore topics like the importance of financial literacy in healing, the intersection of financial and emotional abuse, and initiatives for empowering women through financial education, illustrated by episodes featuring survivors sharing their journeys and experts providing actionable advice.
Financial abuse in marriage and romantic partnerships is not a relationship issue. Financial abuse is a domestic violence issue. Hear the stories of anonymous financial abuse survivors from every part of the world, plus many experts and committed advocates weigh in on the topic of financial abuse and how prevention and support for survivors can be increased.
Today’s guest, Meghan Scanlon, President and CEO of the Connecticut Coalition Against Domestic Violence, discusses her journey from Virginia to Connecticut, her involvement with social justice at an early age, and her career in advocacy. She highlights the CCADV’s role in supporting 18 member organizations, providing advocacy, outreach and education, and running the statewide Domestic Violence Resource Hotline, CT Safe Connect. Meghan details the challenges of fundraising, particularly the impact of federal funding cuts, and the importance of private fundraising. She shares her admiration for specific women mentors who have and continue to inspire her passion for advocacy on women’s issues.
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