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.
DomesticShelter.Org’s National Director, Ashley Rumschlag, and Hannah Craig, Director of Content, discuss their roles and backgrounds before and after joining the massive and prestigious organization which supports over 2.7 million annual visitors and has faciliated for than 55,000 “Hope Chat” conversations through their innovative technology partnerships. They detail the history of the organization and its many innovative arms of support for victims and survivors of domestic abuse including the Hope Chat AI-driven chatbot, providing instant support, and Verizon Skill Forward, which offers free online courses to survivors that can inspire life altering postive changes. Ashley and Hannah both focus on the importance of safety planning and seeking support, both before and after leaving an abusive relationship. DomesticShelter.Org’s resources are highlighted, including a survivors’ Facebook group and an extensive directory of online support groups. Ashley and Hannah discuss the significance of recognizing patterns of abuse and the role their “Hope Chat” AI chatbot can play in providing critical instant support and resources. DomesticShelters.Org’s yearly sought after Purple Ribbon Awards recognize the contributions of advocates, organizations, and encourages future longevity in the field of domestic abuse support.
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