Emancipation Nation

Episode 22: My Name is Freedom: The Story of Shari Ho's Enslavement, Abuse, and Cherished Freedom

December 10, 2019 Celia Williamson, PhD Season 1 Episode 22
Emancipation Nation
Episode 22: My Name is Freedom: The Story of Shari Ho's Enslavement, Abuse, and Cherished Freedom
Show Notes

Freedom is the most fundamental right that many take for granted. Shari Ho will never take her freedom for granted. She was an innocent child trafficked to the U.S. at only seven years old from her village in the mountains in Taiwan. Enslaved in California for approximately 20 years, Shari recounts her story and her escape in a book titled, “My Name is Also Freedom” written by Melodie Fox. Listen to this powerful episode about labor trafficking in the U.S as recounted by the author. Being afraid, but courageous, Shari was able to escape. Now in her 40s, Shari owns a childcare business, goes to counseling, and takes English courses. She makes freedom and recovery a daily practice. She is a survivor-thriver in every sense of the word.