VSC Podcast Episode 99 - Social Media - A Tool For Prevention Education - a podcast by Victim Service Center

How can Social Media be used as a Prevention tool? On the 99th episode of the VSC Podcast Emilie Mitchell sits down with Colorado Coalition for the Homeless’s Digital Communications Manager Shannan Webster and VSC Marketing and Outreach Specialist Kyle Fray to chat about the power of Social Media in helping end violence.

Shannan Webster uses she/her pronouns and  is the former Volunteer and Outreach Coordinator with VSC where she managed our social media and community engagement for 3 years. She recently moved to Colorado and currently works at the Colorado Coalition for the Homeless as their Digital Communications Manager. Shannan is passionate about advancing social justice and utilizing technology to educate and raise awareness. Shannan is a proud dog mom and enjoys trivia game shows and vegan cooking in her free time.

Kyle Fray uses he/him pronouns and is the Marketing and Outreach Specialist at the VSC. Kyle received his Bachelor of Science from the University of Florida in Public Relations. Advocacy and having an ability to make an impact in the community he grew up in is something he holds close to him. He has experience working public relations both agency side and in-house.  In his free time, he enjoys listening to music, playing video games and traveling around the country to play with his club Frisbee team.

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Trigger Warning: In this podcast we will be discussing sensitive topics such as Sexual Assault. It's important to take care of yourself while listening. Some suggestions are listening while you're in a healthy head space or knowing who you can reach out to if you become upset. Our 24/7 helpline for crisis calls based out of Central Florida is 407 500 HEAL, for the Florida state sexual helpline call (888) 956-7273. By contacting the National Hotline at 1-800-656-4673 you can get support and learn about your local resources. There is always someone ready to help.

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