UK Health Radio Podcast
UK Health Radio Podcast
93: Voices of Courage with Ken D. Foster - Episode 93
93: Voices of Courage with Ken D. Foster - Episode 93
93: Voices of Courage with Ken D. Foster - Episode 93
Saturday 9th November 2024
Ken D. Foster and Meg Applegate discuss the harsh realities of the troubled teen industry and advocate for change. A must-listen for anyone concerned about child welfare.
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Episode Overview
- Meg Applegate shares her personal story of abuse in the troubled teen industry.
- Discussion on the misconceptions surrounding therapy in TTI facilities.
- The importance of parental awareness and vigilance.
- Steps for advocating against institutional child abuse.
- Resources available for survivors and affected families.
It's not by hiding behind, 'I don't know' or 'I don't care'. It's stepping into, 'I have courage to do what it takes to make the changes'.
In this episode of the UK Health Radio Podcast, Ken D. Foster sits down with Meg Applegate, a survivor and advocate against institutional child abuse in the troubled teen industry (TTI). The episode, titled 'The Courage to Advocate Against Abuse', sheds light on the harsh realities faced by teens in these institutions and explores ways to advocate for change. Meg shares her harrowing personal story of being forcibly taken to TTI facilities and the abuse she endured.
She explains how these institutions often operate under the guise of providing therapy but fail to offer genuine support or treatment. Instead, they impose harsh conditions that can lead to severe physical and emotional harm. Meg's journey from victim to advocate is inspiring, as she now leads Unsilenced, a non-profit dedicated to ending institutional child abuse through education, advocacy, and support for survivors.
The conversation also touches on the importance of parental awareness and the need for better regulation and reporting within these facilities. Ken and Meg discuss practical steps parents can take to ensure their children receive appropriate care and highlight resources available for those affected by TTI abuse. This episode is a powerful call to action for anyone concerned about child welfare and institutional abuse.