Women Arise
33 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 2 months ago -You're not alone. Come together with those who are standing up with women globally - shifting culture towards equality and finding healing along the way.
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Trauma-Informed Healing in Communities
May 24, 2024 17:48 - 53 minutes - 97.8 MBHow can religious networks assist in reducing mental health crises? In this session, Neelley Hicks, M.Div. will share how NASMHPD's TAMAR (Trauma, Addiction, Mental health, And Recovery) program is providing trauma-informed community care in houses of prayer as well as non-religious settings. TAMAR was developed in the late 1990s as part of a federally funded program for incarcerated women in Maryland. It has since been implemented in multiple justice and behavioral health systems across the...
Connecting the Dots
March 12, 2024 19:47 - 24 minutes - 45.5 MBElvira Cruz, LSCW, is a behavioral health counselor who speaks about trauma recovery in the Rio Grande Valley of Texas. In her work, she applies Triumph Over Trauma training and curriculum. Elvira was trained as a Triumph Over Trauma facilitator at an event in September 2023 sponsored by Methodist Healthcare Ministries and the Valley Legacy Baptist Foundation. Learn more at TriumphOverTrauma.INFO. Your gifts help us provide Triumph Over Trauma training and mentoring. Give at harperhi...
Improving Mental Health
March 09, 2024 19:46 - 33 minutes - 62 MBSylvia Turner of the Mississippi Public Health Institute discusses a statewide recovery program that combines congregational care with mental health education and mentoring. Triumph Over Trauma is integrated with their programs. To register for the MSPHI April 25, 2024 program, go to https://msphicrop.org/. Go to TriumphOverTrauma.INFO for free resources and training. We invite you to support the training and mentoring of Triumph Over Trauma facilitators through harperhill.global/donate....
Restoring Hope
March 06, 2024 13:53 - 40 minutes - 74.3 MBWelcome to the Women Arise Podcast. In this episode, you’ll find hope in Alaska. Rev. Murray Crookes’ community is progressing toward the goals of truth and reconciliation by revisiting the historical oppression of Native American people. Healing Circles provide a path to peace and are supported through the work of Triumph Over Trauma. Go to TriumphOverTrauma.INFO for resources, registration, and more. Learn more about Rev. Murray Crooks.
Band of Angels
October 28, 2023 01:36 - 31 minutes - 57.7 MBWhat are the effects on children of domestic violence households? Jody Anderson, LCSW, describes her experiences with children, ages 5 - 8, who bonded over their common issues growing up during domestic abuse. This episode provides insight and hope that came from their lives as Jody releases her new book, "Band of Angels" on Amazon.com. If you experience domestic violence, call 1-800-799-7233 or text START to 88788. Hope is on the horizon.
Peer-Led Inclusive Approaches Designed to Support, Unify, and Prevent Isolation
July 03, 2023 13:37 - 1 hour - 167 MBSurgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy has called for action to address the public health crisis and the devastating impact of the epidemic of loneliness and isolation in the United States. Dr. Murthy explains that disconnection fundamentally affects our mental, physical, and societal health. He also states that loneliness and isolation increase the risk for individuals to develop mental health challenges in their lives. Through funding from SAMHSA’s Transformation Transfer Initiative, NASMHPD h...
Cultivating a Culture of Connection through Community-Designed Initiatives
June 15, 2023 16:41 - 1 hour - 94.6 MBSurgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy has called for action to address the public health crisis and the devastating impact of the epidemic of loneliness and isolation in the United States. Dr. Murthy explains that disconnection fundamentally affects our mental, physical, and societal health. He also states that loneliness and isolation increase the risk for individuals to develop mental health challenges in their lives. Through funding from SAMHSA’s Transformation Transfer Initiative, NASMHPD h...
Singing for Health
March 14, 2023 17:00 - 22 minutes - 42 MBRosa Rodriguez wrote the song, "Mujer Vida" for Harper Hill Global and Colleagues in Care's campaign to reduce maternal mortality caused by hypertension. In this interview, Rosa describes what it was like to put her creativity to the test - singing about the subject of hypertension. Visit HarperHill.Global to learn how we creatively share life-giving information with communities throughout the world. You can contribute to the global effort by giving to HarperHill.global/donate. Togeth...
I Am Whole
February 09, 2023 14:00 - 22 minutes - 41.1 MBIn 2022, Tameka Ferebee began writing a healing song for Triumph Over Trauma, a movement for trauma recovery. In the midst of writing, she and her family experienced the devastating loss of her nephew. In this episode, Tameka shares how this song came to be and how it is helping her and others recover. Text HOPE to 615-933-5387 to receive daily messages that enliven the spirit within. Triumph Over Trauma is produced by the National Association of State Mental Health Program Directors in ...
Scars Into Stars
December 21, 2022 23:35 - 21 minutes - 39.4 MBTo be understood is essential for human life, yet many who cannot hear go a lifetime without it. In this episode, United Methodist Bishop Peggy Johnson shares how she became involved in deaf ministries and how her life was transformed by it. Triumph Over Trauma resources can be downloaded at TriumphOverTrauma.info, and facilitator registration is available on the site. Text HOPE to 615-933-5387 to receive daily messages that enliven the spirit within. Triumph Over Trauma is produced by...
The Why Behind Triumph Over Trauma
December 08, 2022 22:31 - 19 minutes - 34.8 MBWhy is trauma-informed care so important - not just to know - but to practice? This episode focuses on how Neelley Hicks, founder of Harper Hill Global, became passionate about the issue and how we are channeling our collective energy into equipping and training local faith-based leaders so they can offer trauma-informed care within their communities. Triumph Over Trauma is a program created by the National Association of State Mental Health Program Directors in partnership with Harper ...
Care for Caregivers
December 01, 2022 18:00 - 23 minutes - 43.3 MBIf you are a caregiver, you know how easy it is to get depleted. Whether caring for a family member, a local community, a congregation, or as a first responder, care of self is often relegated to your last priority. In this episode, Neelley Hicks interviews her daughter, Marissa Fox, LCSW-C, author of the Triumph Over Trauma Facilitator Debrief Guide. Learn why a circle of care will help you overcome uncertainty and refuel. Download Triumph Over Trauma resources at TriumphOverTrauma.info...
Staying Grounded through the Holidays
November 24, 2022 13:00 - 29 minutes - 54.2 MBRev. Carol Lakota Eastin and Rev. Dr. Michelle Oberwise Lacock are the founders of MorningSky Leadership Initiative and leaders in the Native American International Caucus of The United Methodist Church. In this episode, we discuss the integration of Native American spiritual practices with trauma-informed care and how they can help during the stress of the holidays. You can download the resources mentioned in today's broadcast. Just go to TriumphOverTrauma.info and subscribe to daily af...
Rippling Effects: Children & Gun Violence
November 17, 2022 18:00 - 28 minutes - 52.5 MBJohn Woodrow Cox has uncovered both the depths and breadth of childhood trauma that exists among survivors of gun violence. His book, "Children Under Fire: An American Crisis," delves into his research and provides alternative behaviors that could help prevent future shootings. Children Under Fire: An American Crisis A book discussion guide is free for download through TriumphOverTrauma.info, as are resources for helping your community cope with trauma. Subscribe to the Women Arise pod...
Institutionalized, Perpetual Trauma
November 10, 2022 18:00 - 35 minutes - 65.1 MBIn this episode, Rev. Keith Caldwell, pastor of the historic Seay Hubbard UMC and social justice leader, speaks about trauma that is not just caused by one event, but ingrained into public life.
When Everyone is Well
November 03, 2022 17:00 - 27 minutes - 49.4 MBJoin Neelley Hicks for a conversation with Imam Ossama Bahloul, Ph.D., as he shares wisdom gained through faith and life. Imam Bahloul is the Resident Scholar of the Islamic Center of Nashville, TN. For more information, go to TriumphOverTrauma.info.
Resurrection Within
October 27, 2022 17:00 - 30 minutes - 56.2 MBDavid Washington speaks about moving through childhood trauma later in life and discovering new life along the way. David is one of the authors in the Triumph Over Trauma resource series and is a Harm Reduction Practitioner for the State of Maryland. Text HOPE to 615-933-5387 to receive free daily messages. Triumph Over Trauma resources can be downloaded at TriumphOverTrauma.info.
Assisting Traumatized Communities
October 20, 2022 17:00 - 31 minutes - 57.1 MBIn this episode, Lynn Heady, TN Deputy State Coordinator of Braver Angels, shares how she is working to raise awareness of the lasting effects of trauma inflicted upon survivors of school shootings and how Triumph Over Trauma provides the necessary next step for faith communities. Referenced in this episode is "Children Under Fire: An American Crisis," a finalist for the Pulitzer Prize and written by Washington Post Journalist John Woodrow Cox. Also referenced is a community-wide gathering...
Holistic Reconnection
October 13, 2022 17:00 - 35 minutes - 65.2 MBWhat happens when mind/body/spirit reconnect? Listen to Charryse N. Wright, M.Div., BSW, share wisdom from life gained by experiencing trauma, learning the holistic workings of trauma, and sharing this wisdom through the newly release Triumph Over Trauma resources. Go to TriumphOverTrauma.info to download free resources, attend online training, and receive free daily messages of hope. Your support for this podcast really matters. You can give at harperhill.global/donate. Hosted by Ne...
Understanding Trauma
October 06, 2022 17:00 - 30 minutes - 56.3 MBIn this episode, Joan Gillece, Ph.D., shares how the effects of trauma are as unique as the person experiencing them. Forgiveness of self is essential, and daily practices help. For more information, go to TriumphOverTrauma.info, or email [email protected] Sign up for daily messages of hope by texting the word HOPE to +1-615-933-5387. Joan Gillece, Ph.D., Director, NASMHPD Center for Innovation in Behavioral Health Policy and Practice Dr. Gillece has 40+ years of experienc...
It's Not Witchcraft
May 16, 2022 21:07 - 23 minutes - 15.7 MBWhen people lack knowledge, understanding is based on myths shared by trusted family members and friends. In this episode, Rev. Dr. Betty Kazadi Musau is interviewed by Lipscomb student Caleb Williams about her campaign to save lives by dispelling myths. Listen and give as you are able, as we expand our work to spread knowledge for hope and health.
It Only Takes One
October 22, 2020 11:00 - 30 minutes - 42.5 MBSarah Todd Cloud, RN learned resilience through study and experience. Now she shares these lessons with the Women Arise Collective, bringing trauma informed care into the global circle. Recorded Tuesday, Sept 15, 2020. You can grow resilience by supporting the Women Arise Collective with prayer and financial gifts. Share now! https://harperhill.global/donate
Voice out!
September 10, 2020 05:00 - 22 minutes - 30.9 MBWomen in Nigeria speak out against rape, finding the power of their voices in the process. A compelling interview with Doris Adamu, Women Arise Collective Director, Nigeria. Recorded Tuesday, Sept 1, 2020. You can make their lives better by giving! Doris is beginning a small business to bring income to herself, and also the Women Arise Collective in Nigeria. Give now and spread the love! https://harperhill.global/donate
Women Arise US Launch
September 03, 2020 05:00 - 45 minutes - 61.9 MBJoin Neelley Hicks (founder of the Women Arise Collective) & Sherry Cothran (singer, author, leader WoAC USA) for an evening of song & story. We are joined by special guests Judith Osongo Yanga Eluhu, Doris Adamu Jenis, and Ruth Nabakulu, along with Rosalie, Georgette & Tumaini from the Mama Lynn Center, Kindu DRC.
Hope through Messaging
June 29, 2020 23:30 - 35 minutes - 32.3 MBWhat good do simple text messages do in a sea of information? Listen as Marion Wasia shares outcomes of her efforts to educate and inspire during the pandemic. I'm sure you'll be touched as I was to learn how much the right words can matter. Recorded Monday, June 29, 2020. Faith & Health Go Hand in Hand. Hygiene. Healthcare. Hope. To donate to this lifesaving and life-changing work, go to harperhill.global/donate.
Don't Lose Your Soul
June 23, 2020 05:00 - 28 minutes - 26.3 MBRev. Dr. Kabamba Kiboko speaks about the importance of relationship and how it fundamentally changes the way of life and community in this interview with Neelley Hicks. Background: Rev. Dr. J. Kabamba Kiboko, Ph.D. Born in Shinkolobwe, CongoDR President of the African Clergywomen Association since 2012 Lead Pastor of Forest Chapel UMC, Cincinnati, OH. Author of DIVINING THE WOMAN OF ENDOOR-- African Culture, Postcolonial Hermeneutics, and Politics of Biblical Translation. ...
Understanding the Digital Gender Gap
May 21, 2020 05:00 - 43 minutes - 40 MBIn this episode, Women Arise founder Neelley Hicks talks with Revi Sterling, PhD., director of the USAID W-GDP WomenConnect Challenge. The Challenge addresses the social norms that keep women and girls offline and focuses on the use of technology to create new social norms that empower women. Before the WomenConnect Challenge, Revi was Chief of Party at NetHope and directed the Women and the Web Alliance, a private public partnership with USAID, Intel, NetHope, World Vision, World Pulse, a...
Christianity & COVID-19
April 09, 2020 15:35 - 29 minutes - 27.3 MBHow can we find God in the wilderness? How are we called to worship outside of sanctuaries? Should Christians follow medical advice, or rely on faith alone? Listen as Dr. Jon Roebuck shares a Christian perspective of suffering caused by COVID-19/Coronavirus. Recorded Wednesday, April 7, 2020. Faith & Health Go Hand in Hand. Hygiene. Healthcare. Hope. For more information on Dr. Jon Roebuck, visit http://www.belmont.edu/faith-leadership/director.html
Judaism & COVID-19
March 31, 2020 05:00 - 26 minutes - 24.2 MBRabbi Joshua Lesser shares the impact of COVID-19/Coronavirus on religious practices at Congregation Bet Haverim, Atlanta, Georgia. Recorded Friday, March 18, 2020. Faith & Health Go Hand in Hand. Hygiene. Healthcare. Hope.
Islam & COVID-19
March 23, 2020 12:31 - 14 minutes - 13.5 MBImam Ossama Bahloul shares the impact of COVID-19/Coronavirus on religious practices at the Islamic Center of Nashville. Recorded Friday, March 13, 2020. Faith & Health Go Hand in Hand. Hygiene. Healthcare. Hope.
Pandemic in the Age of Global Communications
March 13, 2020 14:49 - 43 minutes - 40.9 MBCOVID-19 is the first pandemic of the global communications age. While we can reach almost every person on the planet through mobile phones, it's imperative that behavior change communications and faith-based leaders be included in the equation. In this special episode on COVID-19, Neelley Hicks interviews Firdaus Kharas, a global leader in using animation for social change and David Robinson, Independent Consultant for Inter-religious action in humanitarian emergencies & development. Listen...
Sexual Misconduct in the Church
March 10, 2020 05:00 - 36 minutes - 34 MBIn this episode, Women Arise founder Neelley Hicks talks with Becky Posey-Williams, senior director of sexual ethics and advocacy from the General Commission on the Status and Role of Women in the United Methodist Church, about sexual misconduct in the church, the mistreatment of women throughout the world, and the impact of the #METOO movement. Upcoming legislation at a global conference asks for an apology, but is the church willing to admit its complicity and failures? For more informat...
Founder Neelley Hicks shares how women triumph over trauma
February 09, 2020 22:16 - 29 minutes - 27.1 MBIn the premiere episode of the Women Arise podcast, founder Neelley Hicks explains how women across the world are uniting to overcome one thing they have in common: sexual violence.