Alexis recounts the harrowing story of a young trafficking survivor she met during her early advocacy work. The girl, neglected at home, fell into a relationship with an older man who isolated her and manipulated her into performing sexual acts for money. What began as a promise of love turned into six years of control, exploitation, and abuse, with the man taking her identification and alienating her from her support system.

Through the help of local organizations and a chance encounter with a supportive group, the survivor finally escaped. Alexis highlights how many victims are unaware they’re being trafficked, believing their situations are choices they made. These stories remind listeners of the insidious ways trafficking infiltrates lives and the immense resilience required to break free.