In this episode of Secrets of Powerful Women, host Jill Conway speaks with Joell McNew, president of Safe Horns, an organization dedicated to improving student safety on and around a college campus in Texas.
They discuss the founding of Safe Horns in response to rising crime rates, the challenges of ensuring safety in urban environments, and the importance of advocacy and community engagement.
Joelle shares her personal experiences and the emotional journey of fighting for student safety, highlighting recent victories and ongoing efforts to create a safer environment for students at the University of Texas at Austin and beyond.
Takeaways
The founding of Safe Horns was a response to a tragic crime on campus.
Parents play a crucial role in advocating for student safety.
Campus tours often do not provide real safety information.
Crime data is public but hard to access for parents.
Community engagement is essential for improving campus safety.
Recent victories include increased police presence in high-risk areas.
Students often do not report crimes due to lack of trust in the system.
Advocacy requires persistence and factual data to drive change.
The emotional toll of advocating for safety can be significant.
The ultimate goal is to ensure students can focus on their education without fear.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Student Safety on College Campuses
03:04 The Birth of Safe Horns and Its Mission
06:05 Understanding Campus Crime and Safety Measures
08:51 Advocacy and Recent Victories for Student Safety
12:07 The Challenges of Urban Campus Safety
14:52 The Role of Law Enforcement and Community Engagement
18:06 The Impact of Crime on Student Life
21:12 Future Goals and Ongoing Advocacy for Safety
student safety, college campuses, Safe Horns, crime prevention, advocacy, campus security, parent organizations, university safety, community engagement, mental health