This week, our teen hosts sit down with Courtney Bowser, Direct Services Supervisor at PASSAGES, Inc., for an honest and powerful conversation about sexual violence. They break down what it really is, the ways it impacts survivors, and, most importantly, how teens can step up to support friends, speak out, and spark change in their communities. Tune in for insights, real talk, and actionable ways to make a difference!

Join Willa, Bella, and Rylee as they welcome their very first guest! Marlene Austin, Executive Director of PASSAGES, Inc, sits down with members of TAG to share about her journey from educator to director, the work PASSAGES does in our communities, and how sexual violence impacts us all.

In this bonus mini episode, Willa, Kiara, Bella, Rylee, Kaylee, and Tori break down what consent really means. They open up about how tough it can be to say no, the importance of digital consent, and how peer pressure can make those moments even harder.

In this episode, members of T.A.G. dive into the topic of boundaries: what they are, how they discovered theirs, and why they matter. They share real stories and insights about the impact boundaries have on relationships, especially when they aren’t respected.

This is the first of a two-part conversation. Be sure to tune in next week for part two, where the group explores consent and the power of saying no.

In our very first episode, six members of the Teen Advocacy Group come together to introduce themselves and share what it means to be a teen advocate. They talk about their early advocacy efforts, including the Red Sand Project and Shattered Silence, and dive into a discussion about power , what it is, how it shows up in their daily lives, and how it impacts teens.

This episode sets the stage for authentic conversations, teen perspectives, and a movement of young advocates who are ready to Speak Up!Resources:

https://www.passages-inc.org/shattered-silence.html

https://redsandproject.org/