Unveiling the Shadows of Human Trafficking with Alexandra Stevenson
In this profoundly impactful episode of the Grief 2 Growth podcast, I sit down with Alexandra Stevenson, a beacon of hope and resilience in the dark world of human trafficking. Alexandra's journey from a childhood advocate to surviving the depths of being trafficked herself is nothing short of remarkable. Her candid storytelling and academic insights offer a unique perspective on the complexities of human trafficking, gender socialization, and the power of resilience.
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If you or someone you know is in need of support, please reach out to the National Human Trafficking Hotline. For more resources and information on how to get involved in the fight against human trafficking, visit https://thelaughingsurvivor.com
About Alexandra Stevenson:
Alexandra Stevenson is the co-founder of Uprising in Wyoming and the creative force behind the Laughing Survivor. Her work spans advocacy, public speaking, and community empowerment, all aimed at combating human trafficking and supporting survivors.
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Alexandra Stevenson
Anti-trafficking activist, co-founder of the nonprofit Uprising, and surviving victim of human trafficking
Alexandra Stevenson, a former trafficking victim turned activist, embarked on her anti-trafficking journey at 11. After 10 years and personal hardships, she recognized her experience as human trafficking. With a candid storytelling approach and strong academic background, she bridges communities, educates on tough subjects, and empowers change. She co-founded Uprising in Wyoming and her personal brand, The Laughing Survivor, in British Columbia. Alexandra's strength and resilience inspire others to persevere and foster compassion.
Alexandra Stevenson speaks openly about the life experiences that led to her being trafficked and how it wasn’t until more than a decade after her exploitation that she even knew that what happened to her was trafficking. The response she got after she shared her story for the first time was incredible; her story had connected deeply with the audience. People came up and shared their own similar experiences or those of their friends or loved ones. Alexandra immediately felt the connection created by the power of sharing. Using her own non-linear story of trauma, victimization, surviving, and thriving (not necessarily in that order!) she connects with audiences on a personal level. Alexandra knows that opening up the conversation around trafficking and trauma is one of the best ways to save lives.
She shares the vulnerabilities that made her an easy target for an exploiter and teaches audiences how they can not only identify vulnerabilities in themselves and their loved ones but also how to build protective factors around … Read More
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