35: What really is Sex Trafficking?

Content Warning:  This episode contains discussions of a highly sensitive nature that may be emotionally challenging, including sexual violence, self-harm, addiction, and eating disorders.  While we believe this is one of our most important episodes, please take good care of yourself and feel free to join us for next week’s episode if this week’s topic is triggering. 

In this vitally important episode, we talk with  sex trafficking survivor Jasmine Grace Merino.  Jasmine shares with us her gripping story of pain, tragedy, and her journey from victim to survivor to abolitionist.  As so much of what we understand about trafficking comes from TV and movies, this conversation dispels the myths and lifts the curtain on what is happening in our very own communities, and more importantly, how we can help.

The real face of sex trafficking victims, survivors, and traffickers
Important terminology 
Ways to be a safe person and help
The elements of trafficking
Laws impacting trafficking
How you can help support a safe house for survivors
Giving Tuesday


Resources: 
https://www.jasminegrace.org/
www.thecause.kindful.com
@jasminegraceoutreach
@livinghopefarms
https://www.mylifemychoice.org/

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