In this episode, Candice Elliott sits down with Lauren DaSilva, the Executive Director of the Monterey County Rape Crisis Center, to discuss her journey in the field of crisis intervention and advocacy. Lauren shares her experiences, the importance of volunteerism, and the various programs her organization offers to support survivors of sexual violence.1. Lauren's Journey into Crisis Intervention
Lauren talks about how she began her journey in crisis intervention, starting as a volunteer at the Rape Crisis Center in Madeira, California, in 2011.
She explains her transition to the Monterey County Rape Crisis Center and her decade-long commitment to the organization.
2. Programs and Services Offered
Overview of the four main programmatic areas at the Monterey County Rape Crisis Center: crisis intervention and accompaniment, counseling, community engagement, and prevention education.
3. Personal Experiences and Volunteer Work
Candice shares her own experience volunteering at the Walnut Avenue Women Center in Santa Cruz, highlighting the significance of community involvement in support services.
4. Challenges and Achievements
Lauren discusses the challenges faced by the organization and the community in addressing sexual violence, and the achievements they have made over the years in providing comprehensive support to survivors.
Contact Information:
Website: mtryrapecrisis.org
Instagram: @mtryrapecrisis
Facebook: @mtryrapecrisis