03/17/24: The Capital of Free Russia, Healing Justice
Mar 18, 2024
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The podcast discusses how courageous Russians defy Putin, Jennifer Thompson's Healing Justice program uniting crime survivors and wrongfully convicted individuals, challenges faced by Russian dissidents in Lithuania, personal stories of oppression in Russia, the concept of 'healing justice', and a healing exercise at a retreat led by Thompson.
Vilnius serves as a refuge for Russian dissidents defying Putin's regime, while Lithuania stands in solidarity with Ukraine by providing safety and support.
Healing Justice, spearheaded by Jennifer Thompson, facilitates healing retreats for crime victims and exonerees, promoting empathy, trust-building, and emotional healing.
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Lithuania's Support for Russian Dissidents
Since the 2022 invasion, Lithuania has become a refuge for Putin's critics, offering shelter to over 2,500 Russian exiles. The capital, Vilnius, displays solidarity with Ukraine by renaming streets and providing safety to dissidents. Despite facing threats, Lithuania remains dedicated to supporting freedom fighters.
Healing Justice: Victims and Exonerees
Healing Justice, led by Jennifer Thompson, brings together crime victims, exonerees, and family members affected by wrongful convictions for healing retreats. Participants share experiences, rebuild trust, and rewrite critical self-perceptions to promote healing. By fostering empathy and understanding, the program aims to support all those impacted by injustice.
Challenges Faced by Crime Victims and Exonerees
The program addresses the emotional toll and challenges faced by crime victims and exonerees, emphasizing the importance of empathy and self-compassion. Through activities like improv games and self-reflective writing, participants confront trauma, repair trust, and rebuild relationships. The retreat offers a safe space for honest conversations and emotional healing.
Vladimir Putin has killed nearly all internal opposition to his unprovoked war in Ukraine. Tonight, Scott Pelley travels to a foreign city that’s become a haven for courageous Russians defying Putin and speaking out.
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