Recy Taylor

Nov 30, 2021

In 1944 Alabama, a young African American woman named Recy Taylor bravely reported her abduction and assault, igniting a movement for racial justice. Her struggle highlighted systemic racism and victim-blaming within the legal system. The narrative connects her legacy to contemporary fights against sexual violence and the vital role of activists like Rosa Parks. The podcast also uncovers the emotional challenges faced by forensic nurses and the ongoing underreporting of sexual assaults among Black women, showcasing the importance of advocacy and support.

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Intro

00:00 • 2min

Connecting with Listeners: Upcoming Content and Engagement Plans

02:10 • 2min

The Fight for Justice: Recy Taylor's Harrowing Journey

03:49 • 18min

Recy Taylor: A Legacy of Resistance

21:32 • 12min

Exploring Motivations and the Impact of Underreporting in Sexual Assault Cases

33:02 • 3min

The Essential Role of Forensic Nurses in Victim Support

36:02 • 2min

Ep 63: In 1944 Abbeville Alabama, a young African American woman was abducted and assaulted by 7 white men on her way home from church. During a time when the world was against her, the woman bravely fought for her justice; and ultimately, it was this woman’s courage that would help spark a mass-movement for racial justice.

Sources for Today's Episode:

Apa.org (American Psychological Association)
Nmaahc.si.edu (National Museum of African American History and Culture)
The Washington Post
Womenshistory.org
Blackpast.org
Nbc.org
Nps.gov
History.com
Naacp.org

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Credits:

Written and Hosted by Amy Shlosberg and Meghan Sacks
Produced by James Varga
Edited by Jose Alfonzo
Music by Dessert Media
Research by Sydney Anderson

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Keywords: Abbevile, Alabama, Henry County, Civil Rights, Kidnapping / Rape, Congressional Black Caucus, "Recy" , 1944

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