In this episode, Steph sits down with Mariam from RAFT and Jackie from The SOAR Collective to explore what helps anti-violence organizations not just survive, but thrive. Drawing on findings from the What Works: Insights for Thriving Anti-Violence Organizations project, the three discuss small actions organizations can take to create a big impact. They dig into the practices, leadership approaches, and workplace cultures that help advocates stay connected to their work, and what the field can learn from organizations that are building healthier futures for both staff and survivors.

“My mission in life is not merely to survive, but to thrive; and to do so with some passion, some compassion, some humor, and some style.”

— Maya AngelouLinks

* RAFT’s RAW Survey

* WDBP Assessment Key Findings

* What Works: Insights for Thriving Anti-Violence Organizations

* Small Actions, Big Impact: Organization & Supervisor Support

* Small Actions, Big Impact: Flexibility and Trust

* Small Actions, Big Impact: Transparency & Communication

Guest Bios

Mariam Hashimi is the Outreach and Engagement Manager for RAFT. She manages data and evidence-based projects for RAFT, and is a main point of contact for agencies to connect with RAFT programs and workshops. Mariam is a trained social worker and public health professional with a Masters of Public Health and a Masters in Social Work, specializing in mental health.

Jackie Strohm is one of the co-founders of The SOAR Collective and the We Deserve Better Project. She’s a Licensed Social Worker who loves evaluation and data.

More from the We Deserve Better Project

* We Deserve Better Project website

* Get Involved with the WDBP

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Show Credits

Host: Steph Klotz

Guests: Mariam Hashimi and Jackie Strohm

Producers: We Deserve Better Project team

Editors: Mo Lewis & Steph Klotz

Graphic Designers: Merlin Paton-Usry & Jackie Strohm

Social Media Manager: Jackie Strohm

Music: Breathe In by Sappheiros

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