Faces of the Game
Sex trafficking survivor and advocate, Shanice Brown, shares her experience as one of the many “faces” of the game, reminding us that not all victims/survivors look the same.
Going in a New Direction: Overcoming Three Societal Hurdles
There are three societal hurdles that we can work on overcoming to change a culture that reinforces stereotypes, racism, oppression and oversexualization. Addressed are the influences of social media, improving sex education, and addressing the roots of violence and oppression.
Sold a Dream: The Cultural Narrative of Pimps and Prostitutes
How culture defines pimps and prostitutes influences our perceptions causing us to miss those that are being trafficked.
Depersonalized: Pornography and Human Trafficking
The link between pornography and human trafficking is difficult to understand. The depersonalizing nature of pornography makes it seem like a victimless crime. It separates the individual who is being forced to make pornography from the viewer who believes that they are just watching consenting adults and “how would they know any different.” This blog explores the link between pornography and human trafficking.
Deconstructing “Sex Sells”
A sexualized society is one built upon structures of oppression, engendered violence, fetishism and capitalism. In this blog we examine the phrase sex sells and how it influences culture today and the anti-human trafficking movement.
Addressing Rape Culture and the Way it Thrives in Our Daily Lives—Including Yours
What does rape culture look like? How do we allow it to continue? And what can we do to address and change it? Activist and change-maker Riss Myung shares all this and more.