Protecting Our Children: A Conversation with Detective Matthew Stegner

In this powerful episode of Voice Up for the Voiceless, we sit down with Detective Matthew Stegner of Stegner Consulting & Training to discuss the urgent need for law enforcement training, criminal investigations, and victim advocacy in cases of child exploitation and sexual assault.

We dive deep into the importance of the family unit in safeguarding children from abuse and exploitation, as well as the failures of the court system and law enforcement policies that often fail to support victims. With years of experience in public safety and trauma-informed care, Detective Stegner shares insights on how law enforcement professionals across the country can improve their approach when interviewing victims and handling these sensitive cases.

🔹 Why do we need a systemic change to prioritize the victim’s voice?
🔹 How can families better protect their children from predators?
🔹 What are the best practices for law enforcement when dealing with cases of child sexual abuse?

Detective Stegner’s professional development programs are making a nationwide impact, ensuring that officers, investigators, and public safety officials are better equipped to support survivors and bring perpetrators to justice.

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