Feb 07 2025 32 mins
On this week’s episode of the Seekers of Meaning TV Show and Podcast, Rabbi Address speaks with Lauren Litton, Vice President of Consulting Services for Sacred Spaces, about the organization’s mission to prevent and respond to sexual abuse and other abuses of power within Jewish institutions. They discuss the importance of safeguarding practices, the prevalence of elder abuse, and the ethical principles that guide their work. The conversation highlights the need for community awareness and proactive measures to create safe environments for all individuals, particularly the vulnerable.
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Lauren Litton
Lauren Litton (she/her) provides leadership and strategic guidance on the development and implementation of innovative and comprehensive programs, trainings, and resources.
She manages a high performing team of Sacred Spaces staff and consultants in order to deliver effective case consultations and impactful programming.
Guided by a commitment to human rights and social justice, Lauren has centered her work on promoting safety, well-being, and equity. She operated a consulting firm with specialized focus on domestic and sexual violence, civil and criminal justice reform, child welfare and juvenile justice, racial equity, and youth engagement.
Working with the U.S. Department of Justice, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, and a multitude of national organizations, Lauren has tremendous experience managing large-scale, multi-system change initiatives.
Previously, Lauren also worked as a program manager at the National Council of Juvenile and Family Court Judges, managed a legal services program for survivors of domestic violence and their children, and served as a county prosecutor.
She has been admitted to practice law in Ohio and Arizona, has authored numerous publications, and designed national conferences. Lauren received her undergraduate degree from The Ohio State University and a juris doctorate from Case Western Reserve University.
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