In episode 11, Sex Trafficking, A Survivor's Story, part 2, Donia and Arricca continue with their interview with Ashley Girl, a survivor of sex trafficking. In this episode, Ashley shares how she copes now, the important role that her husband plays in her coping, as well as some of the safety precautions she still takes. Speaking from a survivor's perspective, Ashley shares tips that could save lives; tips for when running, walking through a parking lot, etc., as well as Invisiwear. Use the discount code ASHLEYGIRL for 10% off your Invisiwear safety jewelry and more. https://www.invisawear.com/collections/all?gclid=Cj0KCQjw4cOEBhDMARIsAA3XDRhX8E1ANlCJB_Cb39VxbU5CyeK-MA8Tq3Eb9duf5yxl0FcgCHXNMmwaAq_NEALw_wcB
Ashley's story is of vital importance. The number of sex trafficking cases and victims is astonishing. According to the US Dept of State's 2020 Trafficking in Persons Report, traffickers are denying nearly 25 million people their fundamental right to freedom, forcing them to live enslaved and toil for their exploiter’s profit- https://www.state.gov/reports/2020-trafficking-in-persons-report/
If you or anyone you know is being victimized, is at risk, or if you are a survivor, and you need help, please reach out to The Human Trafficking Hotline. It serves victims and survivors of human trafficking across the United States. The Hotline is available 24/7, 365 days a year, and in more than 200 languages. The confidential Hotline helps any person of any age, religion, race, language, gender identity, sexual orientation, or disability. To contact the Hotline to report a tip, seek services, or ask for help, dial 1-888-373-7888. Hearing and speech-impaired individuals should dial 711. You can also send an SMS text to 233-733 or start a live chat on their website, https://humantraffickinghotline.org/.