On this week’s episode, we’re talking with Liam Hudson about The Lean In Project, what it looks like to build capacity and partner effectively across a region, and the many ways in which we continue to do important work in challenging times.

Liam Hudson is a dedicated advocate for housing access, health equity, and LGBTQIA+ rights. As the Founder & CEO of the Lean In Project, Liam has led initiatives that uplift and empower LGBTQIA+ Virginians through advocacy, community engagement, and resource development. With a Master of Management in Health Policy and certification as a Trauma-Informed Care Trainer, Liam brings a deep understanding of the intersections between housing, health, and social justice. His career spans direct service, state-level housing administration, and program management, always centering equity and systemic change.

Referenced Resources:

The Lean In Project website: https://www.leaninproject.org/

The Lean In Project social media: https://www.instagram.com/leaninprojectva/

We Stand Together Summit: https://www.leaninproject.org/we-stand-together-summit

Equality Virginia: https://equalityvirginia.org/

Hampton Roads Life Center (Now LGBT Life Center): https://lgbtlifecenter.org/

The Trevor Project: https://www.thetrevorproject.org/

The views and opinions expressed on Awareness 2 Action are those of the guests and host and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of the Prevention Department or Northwestern Community Services.

On this week’s episode, we’re talking with Connie Harrington about the Murder-Suicide Loss Network, the power of community support when grieving and healing, and what it means to tell our own stories.

Connie Harrington is a content strategist, mom of two, and a survivor of murder-suicide loss. She is on the leadership team of Triumph over Trauma: Northern Shenandoah Valley Resilience Initiative and on the board of the Murder-Suicide Loss Network.

Referenced Resources:

Murder-Suicide Loss Network: https://www.mslnetwork.org/

My Grief Connection: https://www.mygriefconnection.org/

David Kessler’s Work: https://grief.com/

Dr. Alan Wolfelt’s Work: https://www.centerforloss.com/

TAPS: https://www.taps.org/

The Perversion of Virtue by Thomas Joiner (book)

Topics discussed in this episode include suicide and homicide. It may be difficult for some listeners. Help is always available- The suicide and crisis lifeline can be reached by texting or calling 988.

The views and opinions expressed on Awareness 2 Action are those of the guests and host and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of the Prevention Department or Northwestern Community Services.

On this week’s episode, we’re talking with Sam DeMello about his app, Evive, the ways it personalizes care and generates connection for individuals redefining their relationship to gambling, and how his team is using technology to create a healthier future

Drawing from his personal recovery journey from gambling addiction and with 15+ years in strategic leadership, Sam founded Evive to revolutionize gambling support. His vision combines authenticity and innovation to deliver stigma-free, accessible help when people need it most.

Evive is transforming how individuals and communities address problem gambling by blending advanced technology with proven, evidence-based methods. Evive’s mission is to make healthier gambling accessible to everyone.

Referenced Resources:

Evive: www.getevive.com

Evive in the iOS App Store

Evive in the Android App Store

Virginia Partnership for Gaming and Health: https://rehab.chp.vcu.edu/about-us/research/vpgh/

ALL IN Podcast: https://endgamblingharm.com/all-in/

Topics discussed in this episode include problem gambling, suicide, and substance use. It may be difficult for some listeners. Help is always available- The suicide and crisis lifeline can be reached by texting or calling 988.

The views and opinions expressed on Awareness 2 Action are those of the guests and host and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of the Prevention Department or Northwestern Community Services.