The Exodus Cry Podcast Ep. 34 - Trafficking Survivors Need This Most | Benjamin Nolot & Rebecca Cary
May 10, 2024
Rebecca Cary, a survivor of domestic trafficking, shares insights on survivor-led organizations and services for trafficking victims. Topics include survivor empowerment, challenges faced by survivors in the US, funding struggles in anti-trafficking efforts, and the importance of comprehensive support services for survivors.
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Benjamin Nolot's Trafficking Story
- Benjamin Nolot shares how he was trafficked for two and a half years, isolated, abused, and controlled by a manipulative trafficker.
- His experience highlights grooming, coercion, and the severe trauma victims endure in domestic trafficking situations.
Tailored Survivor Services Matter
- Survivor needs vary greatly, so support services must be individualized and sustainable.
- Focus on long-term healing and provide services beyond residential programs to help survivors reintegrate into society.
Economic Empowerment for Survivors
- Economic empowerment is crucial for trafficking survivors to rebuild their lives.
- Provide job skills, scholarships, life skills, and support to overcome barriers like criminal records.