Rooted Connections by My Sister's House
Rooted Connections is a podcast by My Sister’s House, exploring how communities can change the story of domestic violence.
Each episode brings together journalists, researchers, advocates, and community leaders to examine the systems, perceptions, and stories that shape how we understand — and respond to — DV.
Through honest conversation and shared insight, we uncover the power of connection, compassion, and collective action to create safer, stronger communities.
Rooted Connections by My Sister's House
Measuring the Silence: What Our Community Really Knows About Domestic Violence
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In this episode, we’re diving into the data behind your recent survey to uncover what the community thinks it knows about domestic violence — and what’s missing. Host, Tosha Connors and guests, Komlavi Adissem of The Post and Courier and Dr. Shelby Shumard of Joseph P. Riley, Jr. Center for Livable Communities at the College of Charleston, discuss the gaps between perception and reality, and how that informs future outreach, education, and intervention.
The Riley Center 2025 Community Awareness Study
Komlavi Adissem, Recent Articles
The Riley Center, Active Partnerships
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Local and National DV Hotlines:
My Sister’s House
Berkeley, Charleston, and Dorchester Counties
1-800-273-HOPE (4673)
Hopeful Horizons
Beaufort, Allendale, Colleton, Hampton and Jasper Counties
843-770-1070
Casa Family Services
Orangeburg Counties
1-888-524-3901
National Hotline
1-800-799-SAFE (7233)
Text “START” to 88788
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