Honoring their Stories: Intentional Engagement in Advocacy, Education, and Prevention

This episode features a live conference panel discussion led by NCA CEO, Teresa Huizar, at the 2025 NCA Leadership Conference. Highlighting their theme of 'Everyday Champions,' the discussion features three inspiring survivor advocates: Jenna Quinn, Jimmy Widdifield, and Dr. Danielle Moore. Each panelist shares their experiences, challenges, and motivations for becoming public voices for change. They delve into critical topics such as survivor involvement, the importance of trauma-informed approaches, and the ethics of utilizing survivor stories. Practical advice and personal anecdotes emphasize the importance of support, authenticity, and the avoidance of exploitation or tokenism. The segment concludes with each panelist offering insights into best practices for inviting and amplifying survivor voices in a respectful and ethical manner.Time  Topic00:00 Introduction01:25 Panel Introduction and Survivorship02:27 Jenna Quinn's Story and Advocacy03:36 Jimmy Widdifield's Experience and Work04:32 Dr. Danielle Moore's Mission and Advocacy05:37 The Importance of Survivor Inclusion07:30 Deciding to Go Public: Personal Stories15:45 Handling Media and Public Speaking30:29 Ethics of Sharing Trauma Narratives33:17 Ethical Considerations in Survivor Storytelling36:03 Avoiding Tokenism and Ensuring Authentic Input40:53 Creating a Supportive Environment for Survivors45:14 Positive Experiences and Lessons Learned50:53 Cautionary Tales and Advice54:37 Key Takeaways for Working with Survivors57:48 Final Thoughts and EncouragementSupport the showDid you like this episode? Please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts.