La Voz De La Gente: El Paso
by The EmpOURment Project
We are the Prevention Outreach team for El Paso, TX called The EmpOURment Project at the Center Against Sexual and Family Violence. We work towards eradicating sexual violence in the Sun City by having conversations about how to have healthy relationships, what consent and boundaries are, how pop culture has an influence in the continuance of violence, how gender socialization causes violence, and more! We strive to create a safe and healthy community for all.*Follow us on Instagram! @casfv_empourmentproject
Episodes
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At our Table
We wanted to shoutout the amazing work that our community partners are doing; so help me welcome Cecili with Planned Parenthood. We talk about the amazing work Planned Parenthood does for our community. We also talk about women studies!...
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The Terror of L@s Toxic@s
We will continue talking about Minimize, Deny, and Blame and how sometimes abuse is confused with love. We will talk about why that might happen and how media plays a role in this.
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No Tricks just Truths
We will be talking about what Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault really are. Debunking some myths about abuse.
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Haunting Melodies
We will discuss on how media, especially music, talks about Domestic Violence. Songs talked about: Amor que Mata by Grupo Extra Pulling Teeth by Green Day Face Down by The Red Jumpsuit Apparatus
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Skeletons in your Closet
Special guest speaker DOC from the Guardians of the Children talks about speaking up against abuse. See something say something. Website: https://gocsuncity.com/ Get involved: https://gocsuncity.com/about/ Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8IdhixueB7E
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Meet the New Voice
Learn a little more about your new host, Janice! However, can't go without saying thank you to the previous host Jessica.
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What's Your Love Language?
Today we are reviewing Gary Chapman's 5 love languages! It is important to know yours and your partner's love language as a way of improving communication and healthy boundary setting within the relationship.
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Spring Into Action Campaign
Join Prevention Outreach Coordinator, Jessica, as she chats with El Paso's Pickleball Association President, Ms. Ida Chavira. We are launching out Spring Into Action Campaign for the month of March so tune in for an extra-special episode to see what it's all about!
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The 7 C's of Healthy Relationships
Prevention Outreach Coordinator, Jessica, goes over an article published by the UT Austin Healthy Horns group. Let's go over the 7 C's of healthy relationships for this week's episode!
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In Tune With Love Series: The Wrap Up
Wrapping up TDVAM with a special guest on our show, Aaron Setliff! Have a listen and join us in reflecting on all of the activities we participated in this month.
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In Tune With Love Series: The Boundary Setter
Finishing off the third week of Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month right! Let's talk about one of the most difficult things to learn: setting boundaries.
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In Tune With Love Series: The Reddit Post
This week, we are diving into some Reddit posts and learning how unhealthy relationships look from reading others' stories. Trigger warning: self-esteem, grooming, and dating violence are topics that are mentioned in this episode. Listener discretion is advised.
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In Tune With Love Series: The Kickoff
Welcome to our In Tune With Love Series! Prevention Outreach Coordinator, Jessica, along with Outreach Facilitator, Sarah, are opening up February's Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month with a deep-dive into our TDVAM toolkit and calendar of events. If you would like to download your own digital...
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"I Always Feel like Somebody's Watching Me"
As we close off Stalking Awareness Month, we would like to share some tips and resources for our survivors out there who need that extra bit of help overcoming the effects of stalking. Remember that you are not alone in this! Stay until the end of the episode to hear a list of useful resources...
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"What's Your Password?"
We are continuing with Stalking Awareness Month. This week, we are talking about password sharing and how this behavior can potentially be harmful.
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"Share Your Location"
Have you ever been in a situation where your partner asks you to share your location with them? How does this transcend into digital stalking in relationships? Tune in to find out as we continue Stalking Awareness Month!
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Stalking Awareness Month: Respect My Rhythm
We are starting the month of January with our Stalking Awareness Month Kickoff. This month is all about, "Respect My Rhythm", a phrase that is all about respecting one's routines and wellbeing. Tune in for an all-new episode defining stalking and how it manifests in relationships.
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New Year's Resolutions: Healthy Relationship Edition
We are closing out 2025 with setting resolutions for ourselves and the relationships that surround us. What are your New Year's Resolutions? Wishing you a prosperous and healthy 2026!
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Yearning: What is it?
In this week's episode, Jessica talks about this ongoing TikTok trend called Yearning. While the aim of this trend is to promote intentional, and healthy relationships, where do we draw the line between healthy desire and unhealthy longing? Happy Holidays!
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Soft Launching Relationships
In this episode, Prevention Outreach Coordinator, Jessica, talks about Soft Launching relationships on social media, what that looks like, and how it can be healthy/unhealthy.
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"It's Cuffing Season!"
On this episode of La Voz De La Gente, Prevention Outreach Coordinator, Jessica, discusses the ever-going trend of Cuffing Season. Be sure to tune in and take note of all of the details revolving around this TikTok trend!
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Wickedly Controlling
In this episode, Prevention Outreach Coordinator, Jessica, takes on a 'Wicked' twist by discussing how power and control creates abusive relationships. This week, we are relating the topic directly to themes found in the Wicked movies.
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Healthy Relationships with Family Members
In this episode of La Voz De La Gente, Prevention Outreach Coordinator, Jessica, talks about maintaining those healthy relationships with our family members especially with the holiday season arriving. How can we cope with this stress?
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Handling Intrusive Questions
On this episode of La Voz De La Gente, Primary Prevention Coordinator, Jessica, talks about how to handle those uncomfortable questions we are asked. This holds especially true with the holidays coming up! Stay awhile and join the conversation.
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Saying "No" Without Guilt
Why is it so difficult for us to say "no"? How do we feel when we finally set that boundary after a streak of saying "yes" all the time? In this episode of La Voz De La Gente, Primary Prevention Coordinator, Jessica, discusses the importance of learning how to say "no" to protect your peace,...
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Sayings of Healthy Love/Frases del Amor Sano
On this week's episode, Primary Prevention Coordinator, Jessica, talks about some of the phrases we commonly hear regarding healthy relationships. She goes over some phrases and in both English and Spanish, so tune in for a bilingual episode and chime in with your favorite quotes on healthy...
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Costumes DO NOT Equal Consent
On this episode of La Voz De La Gente, Primary Prevention Coordinator, Jessica, welcomes Halloween with the topic of costumes and how they do not symbolize the equivalent of consent. Comment down below and tell us, what are you going to be for Halloween?
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Poof! Going Ghost
On this episode of La Voz De La Gente, Primary Prevention Coordinator, Jessica, dives into the topic of 'Ghosting'. If you have ever experienced ghosting in any capacity, tune into this episode and learn a little more about what it is, why it happens, and some alternatives to it.
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Boundaries in the Dark
On this episode of La Voz De La Gente, Primary Prevention Coordinator, Jessica, talks in length about boundaries, what they are, typology, and examples on how to set and respect healthy boundaries in romantic and platonic relationships.
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Treats, not Tricks
On this episode of La Voz De La Gente, Primary Prevention Coordinator, Jessica, talks about sweet treats and terrible tricks in relationships. What are some things that you consider to be sweet treats in a relationship? What are things that are terrible tricks to break that trust?
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Relationship Mythbusters
On this episode of La Voz De la Gente, Primary Prevention Coordinator, Jessica Perchez, helps us welcome spooky season! What better way to do it than by talking about healthy relationship myths and truths. Do you dare embark on this journey with us?
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Self-Care for Survivors
In this episode of La Voz de La Gente, we bring you the expertise of Miss Karla, our Lead Therapist here at CASFV. We define how the self-care process looks like for survivors of sexual assault and/or domestic violence, as well as provide suggestions for navigating self-care in an environment…
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Dry Begging
Why is being passive in a relationship harmful? What keeps us from directly and assertively expressing our needs in a relationship? Jessica, alongside her colleague Bryana, dive into the topic of Dry Begging and how to reframe these ideas to ensure assertiveness in a relationship.
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The Princess Treatment
In this episode of La Voz De la Gente, Miss Chardonney joins us in the conversation of what it means to give and receive the Princess Treatment. Follow us on our socials! Instagram/ TikTok/ YouTube @casfv_empourmentproject
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Flag on the Play: What are considered red flags in relationships?
Oops! Wrong intro music. I was just hyping myself up for the start of football season! We are starting this episode off with a brief introduction to our new Primary Prevention Coordinator, Jessica Perchez. This week, Jess dives into examples of red flags and green flags in relationships. As…
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Building Your Future With Centre Future
In this episode of La Voz de la Gente, host, Anabel, speaks with guests from Center Future, a re-engagement center for young adults in El Paso. They discuss the mission of Centre Future, the various programs and resources available to young people, and the importance of community engagement. The...
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Thunderbolts*: Community Matters
In this episode of La Voz De La Gente, we discuss the Marvel movie, Thunderbolts, focusing on its unique portrayal of mental health and trauma through the lens of anti-heroes. The conversation explores how the film addresses real human struggles, the importance of community in overcoming personal...
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A Piece of the CASFV Puzzle: The Outreach Team
In this episode, we have special guests from our agency, CASFV! The outreach team, Sarah and Shannon, join me in this episode to discuss their roles within the agency, the importance of awareness/outreach, and involving youth in the conversations. If you are interested in having the outreach team...
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I Almost Forgot, This is the Whole Point
In this episode, we relate a current Tik Tok trend with the caption, "I almost forgot this is the whole point." Everyone deserves a healthy love with respect and healthy friendships. In this episode, we go over what healthy relationships look like. Follow our Instagram: casfv_empourmentproject
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Fourth of July Safety
Happy Independence Day!! In this episode, I talk about the importance of practicing safety for yourself and those around you! It all comes down to your decision if you want a safe community. And it also comes down to your decision to be an active bystander if you see someone putting other's…
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Bathing Suits and Clothing Does Not Equal Consent!
It is now summertime and the temperatures are starting to rise. With the hotter temperatures also comes more pool visits, beach vacations, and tank tops, shorts, and summer dress outfits. This episode is the usual PSA reminder that what people wear does not constitute consent for sexual…
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National Ice Tea Day: Explaining the Tea Consent Video
June 10th is National Ice Tea Day, so what better day to discuss consent than on ice tea day! Go grab your favorite iced tea, whether it's boba tea, sweet or unsweet tea, green tea, or a fruit tea! In this episode, we discuss the tea consent video that is used in most consent presentation,...
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But What About Men & Boys? Consent Culture Should Involve Everyone
In this episode, we dig deep into the consent culture that is becoming more and more emphasized in everyday media. This is a huge deal! We have been making progress in overriding rape culture and replacing it with a consent culture! But while obtaining girls’ consent is essential in many of these...
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Turn Beauty Inside Out Day: A look into unrealistic beauty standards in the media
In this episode, we introduce Turn Beauty Inside Out Day, which is recognized every year on the 3rd Wednesday of May. We dig deeper into how the media influences body image insecurities and sets up unrealistic beauty standards for men and women. We also talk about a popular animated film that...
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Respect the Friend zone
In this episode, we talk about the concept of the "friendzone" and how the levels people take to get out of that "zone" can be unhealthy and manipulative. The idea of getting "friendzoned" is a myth. We should respect people's choices to not pursue a romantic relationship instead of staying…
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Cowboys Cry Too by Kelsea Ballerini & Noah Kahan:
In this episode, I talk about a song written by Kelsea Ballerini and Noah Kahan. This episode digs deeper into the lyrics and the meaning behind the song. The song talks about toxic masculinity and the impact it has on relationships. Stream this song on every platform! Follow our Instagram...
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Mental Health Awareness Month: Disconnect to Reconnect
In this episode, we introduce Mental Health Awareness Month and non-profit movement, To Write Love On Her Arms (TWLOHA), and the resources they provide. There has been much progress in the mental health awareness movement, but it is time to shift the focus to a more action-oriented movement…
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Denim Day With Special Guest: Sarah Silva
In this episode, we have another special guest from CASFV who joined us to talk about Denim Day, which is recognized this year on Wednesday, April 30th. Denim Day is a day where everyone is encouraged to wear denim with a purpose, support survivors, and educate themselves and others about all…
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CASFV Lead Therapist POV: Healing Looks Like...
In this episode, we have another special guest, Karla Lopez (Lead Therapist) from The Center Against Sexual and Family Violence join us to talk about healing and how it looks different to everyone. We talk about the importance of being a supportive community for survivors of sexual violence and…
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Prom-blematic Pressures and Expectations With CASFV's Crisis Services Coordinator
In this episode, I have a special guest who is the Crisis Services Coordinator at CASFV. Prom season is underway so we took this opportunity to talk about our high school prom themes and the pressures most teenagers face before prom, during prom, and at after prom parties. We talk about the...
About this show
We are the Prevention Outreach team for El Paso, TX called The EmpOURment Project at the Center Against Sexual and Family Violence. We work towards eradicating sexual violence in the Sun City by having conversations about how to have healthy relationships, what consent and boundaries are, how pop culture has an influence in the continuance of violence, how gender socialization causes violence, and more! We strive to create a safe and healthy community for all.*Follow us on Instagram! @casfv_empourmentproject
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