Episode 1: From Survivor to Advocate: Janice’s Fight for Justice + Healing After Abuse

In our very first episode of In The Black Podcast, we’re honored to share the courageous story of Janice, a survivor who turned her pain into purpose.As a core member of the Family Justice Center’s Inner Voices Committee, Janice now works alongside fellow survivors to train first responders, raise community awareness around domestic violence and sexual assault, and ensure that victims are seen, heard, and supported.In this episode, Janice opens up about:Escaping an abusive relationshipThe emotional toll of surviving assaultWhy survivor-led advocacy mattersHow she found healing through helping othersThis conversation is raw, real, and deeply important.🎧 Whether you’re a survivor, supporter, or someone seeking to better understand trauma and resilience, Janice’s story is a powerful reminder: your voice can create change.Janice:https://www.instagram.com/janicetgehrke/?igsh=OGN1ZWJ1Z2t4NTBy#In The Black Passion Project:@intheblackpassionproject