In this powerful episode of The 411 Live, host Beverly Taylor sits down with Samantha Collier, founder of Team Teal 365, and Shawn Muhammad, Associate Director of the ASHA Project, for a vital conversation on believing survivors and unmasking intimate partner violence (IPV) especially in Black and Brown communities.

💡 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

Why the simple phrase “I believe you” is a life-changing affirmation for survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault

The emotional and psychological impact survivors face when met with doubt, shame, or blame

The real-life barriers victims face when trying to leave abusive relationships like financial dependence and lack of safe shelter

How Team Teal 365 builds safe spaces of unconditional belief to support healing

How the ASHA Project is helping men unlearn harmful behaviors and become allies in the fight against IPV

The devastating effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on domestic violence victims

Why Black and brown women are at significantly higher risk of being harmed or killed by an intimate partner

The urgent need for increased community-based resources, shelters, education, and support systems

How you can be part of the solution by checking on your loved ones and creating safe, healthy conversations in your circles

🔥 Key Takeaways:

“Believing survivors is the first step in helping them reclaim their power.”

“Leaving is not easy and there’s a whole system survivors must navigate with little to no support.”

“Change begins with us, with community, education, and compassion.”

💜 If you’ve ever wondered how you can make a real difference in ending the cycle of domestic violence and sexual assault, this episode is a must-watch.

Subscribe, like, and share to help spread awareness and build a world where survivors are heard, believed, and supported.

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