Creating a Healthy Community with Marla Smith

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“I have a weekly conversation with my mentees. We do once a month face to face. And it really makes a difference.

People know that you care.”

- Marla Smith, Christian care provider, clinical researcher, mentor for the Welcome Home Reentry Program and today’s guest on Fierce Conversations with Toby

Some of our fierce topics today:

[00:05] Introduction to the podcast and guest Marla Smith.

[02:17] Marla's early life crossroads and personal growth.

[03:24] Marla's decision to pursue a master's degree in Christian counseling.

[06:05] Marla's experience as a volunteer and being named Volunteer of the Year.

[11:10] The challenges faced by women reentering society after incarceration.

[17:14] The importance of successful reintegration into society.

[17:33] Early support for individuals reentering society.

[18:05] The role of mentoring and support programs in reentry.

[19:20] Challenges faced by individuals upon release from prison.

[21:05] The value of group meetings and peer support for formerly incarcerated women.

[24:05] The "Fearfully and Wonderfully Made Ministry" and its mission to educate young girls about puberty and their bodies.

[29:03] Outro to this episode.

About Marla Smith:

A mother and grandmother, Marla Smith also provides Christian Care and performs clinical research. As part of Catholic Charities’ Welcome Home Reentry Program Marla mentors previously incarcerated women. Additionally, through her Fearfully and Wonderfully Made ministry, Marla educates young girls about puberty with a special emphasis on their bodies as they prepare for menstruation.

Links mentioned in this episode:

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