Ep 35 The Power of Mentorship: How Judge Lynn Toler Helped Accelerate Root Cause Prevention

In this powerful episode of Uproot Abuse, host Donna Bartos welcomes a very special guest who played a pivotal role in the foundation of BLOOM365: the honorable Judge Lynn Toler. Beyond her iconic presence on Divorce Court, Judge Toler is a mentor and dear friend who helped Donna find the courage and strategic vision to pick up the mantle and start an organization dedicated to preventing and responding to domestic violence. Together, they pull back the curtain on the early days of the movement, addressing the "elephants in the room" regarding interpersonal violence and exploring how the guidance of a strong mentor can catalyze systemic change. Join them for an intimate look at the leadership, friendship, and relentless advocacy required to uproot abuse in a generation.