Hope in Crisis: Dr. Christina Vela on Human Trafficking, The Healing Center, and Community Action in Southern Nevada

Nevada ranks second in the nation for human trafficking incidents per capita — and Las Vegas sits at the heart of that crisis. In this powerful episode, Dr. Christina Vela, CEO of St. Jude’s Ranch for Children, joins us to talk candidly about what’s happening to vulnerable youth in Clark County and what’s being done about it.

She shares how St. Jude’s groundbreaking new Healing Center is offering safety and recovery for child survivors and how the Las Vegas community, from government leaders to the Clark County School District, is stepping up in real, meaningful ways.

This conversation is not just about the problem; it’s about action, compassion, and how collective effort is creating a path forward.