Y’all, if I have to bear witness to another person or organization claiming to be, or telling others to be, a “voice for the voiceless” I’m going to come unglued. Ever so kindly. 🙂☕ Image: watercolor photo of sunrise from balcony, coffee cup resting on railing. Quote: Gentle reminder: I don’t need you to be a voice for me. I […]
Survivor: Part 2
***In this post, I am going to probably make most of you uncomfortable, please know that I don’t want your discomfort to cause you harm. I just want you to understand, and sometimes understanding comes by wading through, and tuning in to, the discomfort. *** Survivor: Part 2 Now, I will be the first to admit that I use this […]
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Survivor
****Warning: this piece may evoke some overwhelming thoughts and feelings, please be mindful of this**** Survivor is a label I was given.A gold sticker that says “I survived.” As though it only applies after I am not longer being victimized. But am I not a survivorif I am still aliveeven when I am still staring into the eyesof a person […]
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Recruit
Let’s have a little conversation about the word “recruit.” Human trafficking and exploitation is really about three things: Power, control, and profit. If someone has experienced trafficking and exploitation, they know what it is like to be owned. They know what it is like to have someone else gain from their pain, labor, and body. They know what it is […]
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Survivors Speak: resource
An amazing resource for al this publication is here to help make getting involved in supporting legislation (specifically in Nebraska, but much of it is applicable nationally) a little less petrifying and confusing. The best part though? It is written by survivors, for survivors! https://www.survivorsspeakomaha.org/survivorsspeak
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Media Guidance
Do you post online on behalf of an organization, or share to help inform others? Do you chat with friends or coworkers about issues like domestic violence, trafficking, assault, or social justice? Do you watch the news or read the paper or articles online? This resource will help you frame your next post, and even your next conversation! https://www.omahawomensfund.org/media-resource/
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Reminder: Follow our lead
Folks who serve trafficking survivors, I want you to think about a few things. Posting this letter as a reminder.
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#HumanTraffickingAwarenessMonth 2022
January is Human Trafficking Awareness Month. Every year, I’ve got more and more to say about that. And 2022 is no different. Over the next few weeks, I’ll be linking to some old and new posts and resources on my social platforms. Starting with this one: Save the children?
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