The Peace Lounge

Join us for an insightful conversation with Judge Monica Leslie as we discuss leadership, justice, and the importance of supporting survivors in our communities. Judge Leslie shares her perspective on navigating the legal system with compassion, the challenges facing families and victims today, and the power of advocacy, accountability, and resilience. This episode offers an honest and meaningful...

Part two of this powerful and timely episode of The Peace Lounge is out now.  Rebecca and Carter sit down with DeMakus Staton, Executive Director of Reflection of Inspiration, for an honest conversation about men's mental health. Together, they explore the often unspoken pressures men face-from societal expectations and stigma to the internal battles that often go unnoticed.  DeMakus shares his pe...

In this powerful and timely episode of The Peace Lounge, Rebecca and Carter sit down with DeMakus Staton, Executive Director of Reflection of Inspiration, for an honest conversation about men’s mental health. Together, they explore the often unspoken pressures men face—from societal expectations and stigma to the internal battles that too often go unnoticed. DeMakus shares his perspective on break...

In this episode, we sit down with two powerhouse leaders making a global impact—RedRover CEO Katie Campbell and Greater Good Charities VP Bryn Donnelly. Together, they share how their organizations are working on the frontlines to support survivors of domestic violence, protect the human-animal bond, and create innovative solutions for people and pets in crisis. From emergency sheltering and disas...

In this powerful and deeply personal episode of The Peace Lounge, we sit down with a courageous survivor of childhood abuse who shares their story with honesty, vulnerability, and strength. Through reflection and lived experience, our guest speaks about the lasting impact of childhood trauma, the complexity of healing, and the resilience it takes to reclaim your voice. This conversation explores n...

In this episode of The Peace Lounge, board members and leadership from Center for Domestic Peace reflect on the organization’s roots, its impact today, and the vision guiding its future. Together, they share how community, mission, and commitment continue to shape the work of building peace.

Part 2 is out now! Join Center for Domestic Peace for a meaningful conversation with our community partner, Community Care, as we sit down with Sylva Police Department Chief of Police Chris Hatton and Social Worker Galadriel LaVere.  This two-episode series explores the power of collaboration, community-centered response, and how partnerships between advocacy, social work, and law enforcement help...

Join Center for Domestic Peace for a meaningful conversation with our community partner, Community Care, as we sit down with Sylva Police Department Chief of Police Chris Hatton and Social Worker Galadriel LaVere. This two-episode series explores the power of collaboration, community-centered response, and how partnerships between advocacy, social work, and law enforcement help create safer, more...