On this episode of Voices of Freedom, we sit down with former Freedom a la Cart team member, Bekah Delk, now at Scarlet Hope Ohio, to discuss a powerful topic: exploitation and trafficking within strip clubs.Bekah shares Scarlet Hope's unique and impactful approach to supporting women working in these clubs through club outreach and text-based connection, offering a lifeline of hope and safety. Tune in for a raw, eye-opening conversation about the realities of trafficking and how we can ...
This week we dive deep into the critical topic of microaggressions with experts Phyl and Danielle from YWCA. YWCA Columbus is dedicated to eliminating racism, empowering women, and promoting peace, justice, freedom, and dignity for all. Be sure to give them a follow here!Join us as we explore what microaggressions are, their impact, and how we can work together to create more inclusive and respectful environments. Don't miss this insightful conversation! Tune in now and empower yourself ...
In this week's episode, we are joined by Laura, co-founder and Executive Director of The Harriet Tubman Movement. Laura talks about her impactful work as a first responder during human trafficking sting operations. She shares powerful stories from the front lines, offering insights into the challenges and triumphs faced in the fight against human trafficking. Tune in to hear Laura's inspiring journey, the realities of human trafficking, and how The Harriet Tubman Movement is making a differen...
Ever heard the term 'trauma-informed'? Tune in this week to the Voices of Freedom podcast as we welcome Vanessa Perkins, Program Director of Freedom a la Cart. Vanessa will dive into the concept of trauma-informed care and share insights on fostering a trauma-informed workplace.Whether you're a leader or a team member, this episode is a must-listen!Thank you for listening today! Be sure to follow us on social to stay up to date on all episode releases, events happening at Freedom a la Cart, a...
Unlock the power of personality in the workplace! Join us on the next episode of Voices of Freedom as we delve into the fascinating world of Enneagrams with Enneagram expert, Susan Alexander. We chat about how understanding Enneagrams can transform your work environment and relationships. Don't miss out - tune in for valuable insights and practical tips!Grab our Enneagram workplace resource here!Thank you for listening today! Be sure to follow us on social to stay up to date on all episo...
One of our main goals at Freedom a la Cart is to help end the generational trauma of human trafficking. Many of the individuals we serve have had family members before them who have also been human trafficked. On today’s episode of Voices of Freedom, Amber Michael MSW, LSW, CTP shares about the effects generational trafficking and trauma has on families. Tune in now!Thank you for listening today! Be sure to follow us on social to stay up to date on all episode releases, events happe...
This week on the Voices of Freedom podcast, our guest Kwami shares his lived experience of child labor trafficking. Kwami’s parents were promised their child would receive a proper education if he came to the U.S., and while he did attend school, it came at a great cost. Join us as Kwami opens up about his journey and discusses the impactful work he's now doing to support male survivors of trafficking. It's a story of resilience and dedication that you won't want to miss.Thank you f...
Khalila didn’t even know her real name until 2020, her story will shock you! Tune in to this week's episode of Voices of Freedom to hear Khalila’s story, and get an inside look at the gray market and the impact this had on Khalila’s life. Purchase Khalila’s book here.Thank you for listening today! Be sure to follow us on social to stay up to date on all episode releases, events happening at Freedom a la Cart, and more.
In this episode, we chatted with Nick and Tiera from We Amplify Voices about using art as a tool to help process trauma. Learn more about the impactful work WAV does and how you can incorporate art into your day by tuning in!Also, a special shout out to WAV for providing us with our intro music on our podcast!Thank you for listening today! Be sure to follow us on social to stay up to date on all episode releases, events happening at Freedom a la Cart, and more.
Did you know traffickers are typically NOT STRANGERS to their victims? This is a startling reality – most victims know, and often trust and love, their trafficker. We are kicking off season 4 of the Voices of Freedom podcast with Yvonne from PACT. In this episode, we explore the red flags of human trafficking, providing guidance on identifying signs in potential victims. Discover PACT's educational opportunities by visiting their website here. Enhance your knowledge further with the Polaris P...
Amy Flowers, an attorney with Ice Miller, shares the importance of record expungement for human trafficking survivors and gives us an inside look at what the expungement process looks like. Thank you for listening today! Be sure to follow us on social to stay up to date on all episode releases, events happening at Freedom a la Cart, and more.
This week on Voices of Freedom we chatted with Survivor Leader Teonna, who shared her holistic approach to recovery and how she has adapted a holistic approach to other areas of her life. Tune in to hear how you can start implementing a more natural approach to supporting your daily life! 🌿Here are a few resources provided by Teonna: Herbs to keep on hand:+ Ginger: great for tummy+ Mullein leaf: for mucus+ Turmeric: helps with cuts and burns+ Cumin: helps aid weight loss+ Elderberry:&nbs...
On today's episode, we give you an inside scoop of our Workforce Development Program featuring, Vanessa and special co-host Dorie. Vanessa takes us on a journey of how our program developed, what the phases look like within the program, and shares how YOU can help serve our participants. Thank you for listening today! Be sure to follow us on social to stay up to date on all episode releases, events happening at Freedom a la Cart, and more.
This week's episode is unique and exciting because we had a male survivor join us and share an inside look at his lived experience. John-Michael Lander is a former Olympic diving contender and sexual abuse survivor. As a 14-year-old Olympic-bound athlete, the adults entrusted in John-Michael’s training groomed and trafficked him into silence. Through writing, speaking, and consulting, he helps individuals and organizations identify the PredatoryGrooming Trifecta©. He also openly talks ab...
Reducing the demand for sex starts with understanding why people solicit sex in the first place. Chris Stollar, author + educator, joins us on this week's episode to share an inside look at what he has learned from participants who go through She Has A Name's Solicitor Education Program. Chris also shares a story from Ryan, a Solicitor Education Program graduate, and tells how the program helped Ryan find a new desire to help fight human trafficking. We hope this episode leaves you...
Paula Lybrook joins us this week and shares an inside look at her journey of being a mom to a survivor of sex trafficking. Paula's story is real and vulnerable and we hope her words leave you looking inward on how you can take her lived experience and apply it to your own family. Thank you for listening today! Be sure to follow us on social to stay up to date on all episode releases, events happening at Freedom a la Cart, and more.
This week Survivor Expert, Alicia Ley, joins us and educates on Familial Trafficking through her lived experience and expertise. She shares how trust is built to normalize trafficking within a family, what grooming may look like, and the power of family secrets. Alicia shares a couple of powerful quotes that we encourage you to take with you after listening to this episode: "We can't own what other people pass on to us but we can own ourselves" and "We can all be family tree changers". T...
Have you heard the term re-exploitation? On today’s episode, we dive into a conversation about the work Freedom a la Cart has been doing around re-exploitation within our organization. Guests Paula Haines, Freedom a la Cart CEO, and Jomel Spurlock, Director of Victim Services for the Human Trafficking Initiative + Freedom a la Cart board member share what changes have been made in our organization to better combat re-exploitation and share tips on what you can do within your organization...
This week on Voices of Freedom, Liz with Truckers Against Trafficking (TAT) joins us and shares a little bit about her journey as a survivor leader, what TAT is, and what human trafficking training can do for our communities.Thank you for listening today! Be sure to follow us on social to stay up to date on all episode releases, events happening at Freedom a la Cart, and more.
Have you heard of the term “trauma bond”? On this week’s episode of Voices of Freedom, Kaitlin Casassa, LISW-S, MSW, a PhD candidate in the College of Social Work at The Ohio State University, joins us and helps educate us on what a trauma bond is, who it affects, and how we can help those affected. Thank you for listening today! Be sure to follow us on social to stay up to date on all episode releases, events happening at Freedom a la Cart, and more.