Addiction Prevention Coalition
Addiction Prevention Coalition
Celebrating Success: A Conversation with the Honorable Shanta Owens
Celebrating Success: A Conversation with the Honorable Shanta Owens
Celebrating Success: A Conversation with the Honorable Shanta Owens
Thursday 16th February 2023
Join Judge Shanta Owens on APC Recovery Cafe as she shares her journey from Selma to drug court judge, transforming lives with education and compassion.
35 minutes
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Get the buttons here!Judge Shanta Owens: Transforming Lives Through Compassion and Justice
I'm passionate about families being put together again. People don't understand that you can support a person but you don't have to condone the behavior.
Ever wondered what it takes to turn lives around through the judicial system? Judge Shanta Owens knows firsthand. In this episode of APC Recovery Cafe, she opens up about her inspiring journey from Selma, Alabama to becoming a pivotal figure in the fight against substance use disorder.
As a Circuit Court judge for the 10th Judicial Circuit of Alabama, and former presiding judge over the Jefferson County Drug Court program, Judge Owens has seen it all—from people at their lowest points to their incredible transformations. She shares her unique perspective on the power of education in breaking the cycle of addiction and how her role has impacted her both personally and professionally.
Judge Owens also discusses her leadership as the Chairperson of the Addiction Prevention Coalition’s Executive Board, where she continues to advocate for those struggling with substance use disorder. Listeners will hear heartfelt stories of families reunited and individuals who have turned their lives around, all under her compassionate guidance. Judge Owens emphasizes the importance of supporting those battling addiction while holding them accountable, breaking down the stigma surrounding substance use disorder.
Tune in to this episode to celebrate the successes and learn how one judge is making a lasting impact on her community and beyond. It's a conversation filled with hope, resilience, and the transformative power of justice.