Featuring photography by survivors of human trafficking. 
Cora’s Story: “I am proud of who I have become”
Growing up, Cora was a prime target for traffickers. Her large family of eight lived in the Philippines. They were desperately poor and both her parents spent time in jail for dealing drugs. Because her own family was so dysfunctional, Cora often spent time living with her aunts. But while there was food to eat […]
Shadia’s Story: “I now see a very bright, unlimited future ahead of me.”
← Back to Stories Shadia’s Story When Shadia tells her story, she begins with that fateful evening her trafficker sold her a lie. She would travel from Uganda to Oman to work as a domestic helper. There, she would earn good wage that would transform her family’s future forever.With hopes and dreams in her heart, […]
Marion, An Empowered Survivor Who Empowers Her Community
“I look forward to fully advocating for the survivors’ voices to be heard, respected, and treated with dignity. Finally, bringing an end to this evil business will not only empower women, but strengthen family, build strong communities, and eventually, even stronger nations.” – Marion As a teenager eager to pursue her dreams, Marion was lured […]
Sharlene’s story of empowering other survivors
Once a victim of human trafficking, Sharlene now employs other survivors in her fashion business, empowering sustainable freedom. “It makes me happy to be able to use my fashion skills to create sustainable freedom.” – Sharlene
A Bright Future for Aina
← Back to News Aina’s Story Growing up with five older brothers in the Philippines, Aina* looked up to her older cousin who was like a sister. Aina was impressed by her cousin’s interesting career at a local IT company and grateful for the help she often gave with her homework. Aina aspired to be […]
