Could This Happen in Your Program?: The Podcast
Join us each month for "Could This Happen in Your Program?," a podcast from the NYS Justice Center where we find collaborative solutions for protecting New York's most vulnerable.
Each episode, we’ll delve into real-world scenarios and Justice Center case studies, uncovering proven tactics to combat systemic abuse. Hear from Justice Center staff, agency providers, individuals with lived experience, and more as we explore how we can work together to build a safer New York.
Podcasting since 2025 • 10 episodes
Could This Happen in Your Program?: The Podcast
Latest Episodes
Understanding Trauma and the Trauma-Informed Approach
In investigations and human services, we often focus on the mechanics of a case. Yet, at the heart of every interaction is a person who has likely experienced a significant crisis. In this episode, we explore why a trauma-inform...
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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28:09
How Body Checks Protect Those In Care
For those who may be unable to report pain or describe an injury, body checks provide an early warning sign to assess a person and help tell that story. In this episode, we explore why body checks are far more than paperwork;...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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20:48
How the Justice Center Uses Data to Prevent Harm
Most people know the NYS Justice Center investigates abuse and neglect. But what many don't know is that at the heart of the agency is a powerful Data and Analytics unit—a team of data scientists working to make the entire system safer.
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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22:54
The Safety Net for Informed Medical Consent
In situations where an individual is unable to provide informed consent and has no family or legal surrogate available, major medical decisions can stall in the court system, resulting in delayed care. This episode of the "Could This Happen...
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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29:57
Assistive Technology and Accessibility for Job Seekers
In celebration of Disability Rights & Employment Awareness Month (DREAM), this episode features a discussion with two specialists in assistive technology. We explore how assistive technology (AT) can aid individuals with disabilities not on...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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19:29
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