Episode 5: Amanda Knapp: Breaking Barriers – Tackling Human Trafficking Through Policy and Research

Release Date: September 26, 2024
Recorded On: July 25, 2024

In this episode, we sit down with Amanda Knapp, a human trafficking researcher and policy advocate who has spent over a decade investigating the complexities of this global crisis. Amanda is a local leader in Miami, where she chairs the City of Miami Beach’s Human Rights Committee, working tirelessly to push for policy changes to combat human trafficking. With her extensive research focusing on law enforcement cultural barriers, LGBTQ+ youth trafficking, labor trafficking, and the public perception of trafficking, Amanda brings a wealth of knowledge and passion to this critical issue.

We discuss Amanda’s current research, including her upcoming dissertation, An Investigation of Florida’s Human Trafficking Arrest and Judicial Process: How Do Arrest Trends, the Legal Definition, and Plea Deals Influence the Human Trafficking Court System. Join us as we explore the challenges faced by trafficking survivors, the role of law enforcement, and the need for comprehensive policy changes to improve victim identification rates and outcomes. Amanda's commitment to tackling these issues head-on makes this a must-listen episode for anyone invested in human rights and social justice.

Amanda Knapp's Socials & Contact Info:

• City of Miami Beach's Human Rights Committee

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