In this episode, Lori is joined by Tanya and Lauren. This is an open and frank discussion on sex offenders and sexual offenses.

In this episode, Lori Poland is joined by Keri Richmond, a changemaker, storyteller, and advocate for children and families.

Through her work in Washington, DC, Keri champions the power of lived experience, engaging in substantive policy expertise on child welfare and health issues. Her influence extends to the halls of Congress and the White House, where she passionately shares recommendations for systemic change.

CEO and founder of Keri Hope CO and a founding executive director of Unbelievably Resilient, Keri orchestrates strategic plans that leverage authentic storytelling to reshape perceptions of foster care.

She believes, the narrative being told splits everyone rather than nurtures the community as “one”. And, she believes in the power of relationships to build resilience and heal. She wants to reignite the passion to reform systems in place.

Keri shares her thoughts on the assumption that someone else is going to help – the bystander effect. That happens a lot that someone else is going to help in this field; everyone can do something. There is power in just showing up!

Lori and Keri talk about “mattering” and the power of connections. Who in your life showed up for you when you needed them?

Resources:

Keri Hope Website

Keri Richmond Instagram

Keri Richmond LinkedIn

In this episode, Lori visits with Alreen Haeggquist who is an attorney, an advocate, a transcender, a victim but also a survivor, fighter and thriver!

Alreen came to where she was due to the abuse she suffered as a child and because she remained silent when it happened to her sister.

Today, she helps other victims work through the process of sharing their stories and fighting for justice.

She has an amazing book, "Fired Up: Fueling Triumph from Trauma"

Website: www.alreen.com