The Everyday Advocate

LaNisha Clark is part of a unique ministry in Indianapolis, Freewheelin Bikes, empowering her staff and the community through bikes. She sits down with Jessica to share about her passion for leadership and the joy it can be to empower others and watch them learn and grow. 

Martha Cortes, Chief Partnerships Officer of KIPP Indy Public Schools, shares her passion, not only for KIPP, but also for purposefully partnering with the community on something that truly matters.

Darlene Bradley, friend and powerhouse in the local anti-trafficking movement, joins us again on the podcast to share how we must adapt our leadership as we grow and as the world around us changes.

Author and Leadership Development Professional, DeNeen Attard and Allies Mentorship Program Coordinator, Amanda Sparks, join Jessica  to talk about the unique calling and purpose God gives each one of us. DeNeen shares what she has learned about stayed focused on pursuing God's purpose for her life, and the importance of staying in tune with who God says we are.

Jessica takes a few moments to share updates from the beginning of 2024 and some exciting things to look forward to this year with Allies.

Kyla McLinn chooses to be an intentional presence in the lives of youth through coaching and volunteering and being the "cool aunt." Hear how she has capitalized on her season of life to mentor those around her and fulfill the call God has placed in her life.

Dara Berkhalter is passionate about raising up the next generation of leaders, and has infused that philosophy into the corporate setting where she leads. She shares the importance of investing in those around her and seeking out other leaders to learn from.

Andrew Smiley joins Jessica to unpack how discipleship differs from traditional mentorship, and shares insight on how being a disciple of Jesus is a challenge worth taking.

Mentor pair, Mandy & K, sit down with Jessica to reminisce on their six year mentorship relationship, and the impact it has had in each of their lives.

The Everyday Advocate is back for season two! Host Jessica Evans shares what we can look forward to in 2024 to continue inspiring us to make a difference in our community wherever we are today.

Live from the Cannonball Lounge in downtown Indy, Allies "flipped the script" on Giving Tuesday and hosted a live podcast event. Hear from guests Kyle Defur, president of NCF Indiana and Melody Gandy, co-director of Family Advocacy Ministry at College Park Church as they share about living generous lives everyday.

Learn more about becoming a mentor with Allies: https://www.allies-inc.org/becoming-a-mentor/

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Wrapping up this series on generosity, Audrey and Jessica are joined by Elaine Banter, Director of Volunteer Engagement at Dare to Care Food Bank in Louisville. She shares how volunteering is an intentional act of strengthening the community, and inspires us to be creative in how we play a part.

Learn more about becoming a mentor with Allies: https://www.allies-inc.org/becoming-a-mentor/

LOVE. RESPECT. COMMUNITY

Allies empowers survivors of trafficking & sexual exploitation through mentorship and family support

In the conversation of generosity, we tend to think that if we don't have much money, we can't be generous. Anna Campbell from National Christian Foundation joins Audrey and Jessica to remind us that it's not about what you have, but what you do with what you have that really matters.

Restored Creations: https://restored-creations-wmm.square.site/

"Story" by King Kaleidoscope: https://open.spotify.com/track/1MeQJmRY0bhWHBifD2dL7I

Learn more about becoming a mentor with Allies: https://www.allies-inc.org/becoming-a-mentor/

LOVE. RESPECT. COMMUNITY

Allies empowers survivors of trafficking & sexual exploitation through mentorship and family support

Jake and Jake are known around Indy as the Flower Boys. They join Audrey and Jessica to share about how they operate their business and live their lives with an abundance mindset. The Jakes encourage us to practice generosity whatever our role is in the workplace.

Learn more about becoming a mentor with Allies: https://www.allies-inc.org/becoming-a-mentor/

LOVE. RESPECT. COMMUNITY

Allies empowers survivors of trafficking & sexual exploitation through mentorship and family support

The delightful Kara Ranieri joins Audrey and Jessica as they jump into a new series on generosity. Living a life of generosity means much more than what we give financially. Kara shares how generosity in relationship can have a ripple effect in the community around us.

Learn more about becoming a mentor with Allies: https://www.allies-inc.org/becoming-a-mentor/

LOVE. RESPECT. COMMUNITY

Allies empowers survivors of trafficking & sexual exploitation through mentorship and family support

To wrap up the series, "How To Be A Friend 101," Audrey and Jessica invite a colleague who embodies intentional friendship, Amanda Sparks, for a conversation about how to express care and expand possibilities for others in our lives.

Learn more about becoming a mentor with Allies: https://www.allies-inc.org/becoming-a-mentor/

LOVE. RESPECT. COMMUNITY

Allies empowers survivors of trafficking & sexual exploitation through mentorship and family support

Jessica and Audrey share some practical tips for all of us who want to engage in healthy mentoring relationships. Listen as they unpack Allies' approach to preparing mentors for their mentoring relationship utilizing The Search Institute's Developmental Relationships Framework. 

https://www.search-institute.org/developmental-relationships/developmental-relationships-framework/

Learn more about becoming a mentor with Allies: https://www.allies-inc.org/becoming-a-mentor/

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Allies empowers survivors of trafficking & sexual exploitation through mentorship and family support

In anticipation of our next series, we're sharing the first episode of, "The Everyday Advocate".

What does it mean to be an everyday advocate? Join hosts Jessica Evans and Audrey Hood as they share stories and resources for you to learn how to be an advocate wherever you are today.

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Allies empowers survivors of trafficking & sexual exploitation through mentorship and family support

Because youth spend a majority of their day in schools, educators have a unique opportunity to support kids and provide protective factors against trafficking. Dr. Keeanna Warren, CEO of Purdue Polytechnic High School joins Jessica and Audrey to highlight the importance of partnerships between schools and the community to create a holistic learning environment to keep kids safe and reach their full potential.

Every youth Allies works with is touched by the Child Welfare System in some capacity. They sometimes get a bad rap, but understanding that their ultimate goal is for the safety and provision for youth who have been harmed helps us change that perspective. Audrey and Jessica are joined by Yvonne Moore, Focused Needs Director for the Indiana Department of Child Services to give a high-level overview of the Child Welfare System in Indiana and what we can do to support it as everyday advocates in our community. *Opinions expressed in the episode are that of Yvonne Moore and not the Department of Child Services.

It might be assumed that once a survivor is removed from their exploitive situation, most of their challenges are over. However, for many, the challenges merely shift as they navigate the legal system, recovery and community-based resources. Audrey and Jessica sit down with Karen Maher from ICESAHT to talk about policy and legislation impacting survivors and the complexities that survivors face.

Jumping into a new series highlighting industries that intersect with anti-trafficking, Audrey and Jessica have a conversation with Maggie Owens about mental health, how it impacts survivors of trafficking, and how we as everyday advocates can support those around us.

Mission first, people always is the mission of Brad Bennett's company and personal core value. He joins Audrey and Jessica on the podcast to explore how his faith changes the way he sees people and leads his organization.

Brad’s businesses:

It's not uncommon to know someone who has experienced hurt through their engagement with the Church. In this episode, Barry Rager joins Jessica and Audrey to talk about how both leaders and church members can walk with people as they navigate church hurt. Mentioned resources:

In this new series on Leading Differently as Christians, Audrey and Jessica sit down with Christopher Suder, a Spiritual Director and Hospice Chaplain, to talk through a variety of spiritual disciplines that are helpful for Christian leaders to implement into their daily lives.

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Jumping into a new series called Mentoring for Anyone, Audrey and Jessica sit down with friend and co-worker, Regan Bennett to hear about her experience mentoring through Teach One to Lead One, a school-based group mentoring program. Regan's honest perspective about her journey into mentoring will inspire anyone who may be hesitant about becoming a mentor to give it a try!

To wrap up this series called "We are Daring to Lead," Audrey and Jessica are joined by Aaron Thomas, a self-described serial entrepreneur and leader in many areas of life.  Together, they dive into the topics of taking risks in leadership, learning from failure, and the importance of building a community around us in our leadership journey. Learn more about the Seeds and Water Collective: https://www.seedsandwaterco.org/

LOVE. RESPECT. COMMUNITY

Allies empowers survivors of trafficking & sexual exploitation through mentorship and family support

Allies empowers survivors of trafficking & sexual exploitation through mentorship and family support

BRAVING Inventory: https://brenebrown.com/resources/the-braving-inventory/

Connect with Simona: riseconsultingusa@gmail.com 

Allies empowers survivors of trafficking & sexual exploitation through mentorship and family support

Darlene Bradley joins Jessica and Audrey to kick off our new leadership series, "We are Daring to Lead." Drawing on her extensive background in law enforcement and the anti-trafficking field, Darlene shares about her leadership journey and how vulnerability, kindness and intentionality have all played a role.

Allies empowers survivors of trafficking & sexual exploitation through mentorship and family support

Jessica and Audrey are joined by mentor/mentee pair, Kathy & G, to give us insight to their everyday relationship. As Allies' longest-running mentor/mentee match, they share what they have learned, how they've grown, and how their relationship has changed both of their lives

Allies empowers survivors of trafficking & sexual exploitation through mentorship and family support

Jessica and Audrey share some practical tips for all of us who want to engage in healthy mentoring relationships. Listen as they unpack Allies' approach to preparing mentors for their mentoring relationship utilizing The Search Institute's Developmental Relationships Framework. 

https://www.search-institute.org/developmental-relationships/developmental-relationships-framework/

Learn more about becoming a mentor with Allies: https://www.allies-inc.org/becoming-a-mentor/

Allies empowers survivors of trafficking & sexual exploitation through mentorship and family support

Jessica and Audrey unpack what it means to utilize a whole family approach to serving survivors of human trafficking. Be inspired to think about your own personal philosophy in life and how it impacts your everyday relationships.

Allies empowers survivors of trafficking & sexual exploitation through mentorship and family support

Sarah Clark joins hosts Jessica Evans and Audrey Hood to talk about how trauma may touches our daily lives, and gives us practical tools for helping ourselves and others.

Learn more about our THRIVE program: https://www.allies-inc.org/thrive/

Allies, Inc empowers survivors of trafficking & sexual exploitation through mentorship and family support

Alyssa Van Vactor, Executive Director of kNot Today works to share knowledge and resources that educate families and parents about human trafficking. Join hosts Jessica Evans and Audrey Hood as they share stories and resources for you to learn and be an everyday advocate.

More about kNot Today: https://knottoday.org/

kNot Today Child Protection Guide for Parents & Caregivers: https://knottoday.org/guide/ 

https://www.defendyoungminds.com

Allies, Inc empowers survivors of trafficking & sexual exploitation through mentorship and family support

What are 5 things survivors of human trafficking want you to know? Join hosts Jessica Evans and Audrey Hood as they share stories and resources for you to learn and be an everyday advocate.

Allies, Inc empowers survivors of trafficking & sexual exploitation through mentorship and family support

What does it mean to be an everyday advocate? Join hosts Jessica Evans and Audrey Hood as they share stories and resources for you to learn how to be an advocate wherever you are today.

Allies empowers survivors of trafficking & sexual exploitation through mentorship and family support

Thanks for listening to our pilot season of the Allies Podcast. We are excited for you to continue listening as we continue to grow with The Everyday Advocate.

Allies empowers survivors of trafficking & sexual exploitation through mentorship and family support

What happens when businesses come together to support a cause? Allies Mentor and sponsor, Shannon Wise joins Caitlin Wuethrich and Jessica Evans to have a conversation about the ripple effects of volunteering.

Listen now as Shannon Wise shares her experience with using her business to support Allies.

Empowering survivors of trafficking & sexual exploitation through awareness, prevention education & connection.

What happens when one person makes a decision to become a mentor? Allies Mentor, Amanda Sparks joins Caitlin Wuethrich and Jessica Evans to have a conversation about the ripple effects of volunteering.

Listen now as Amanda Sparks shares her experience with mentoring.

Empowering survivors of trafficking & sexual exploitation through awareness, prevention education & connection.