Randy Mortensen
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Episode 211 – Interview with Dr. Marlene Carson, U.S. Advisory Council on Trafficking Chair
Episode 211 – Interview with Dr. Marlene Carson, U.S. Advisory Council on Trafficking Chair
Episode 211 – Interview with Dr. Marlene Carson, U.S. Advisory Council on Trafficking Chair
Wednesday 5th June 2024
Dr. Marlene Carson discusses her journey from surviving sex trafficking to advocating for justice in 'God Took Me to Las Vegas'.
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Get the buttons here!Dr. Marlene Carson: From Survivor to Advocate Against Human Trafficking
Episode Overview
- Dr. Marlene Carson's journey from trafficking victim to U.S. Advisory Council Chair
- Insights on the realities of human trafficking in the U.S.
- Importance of educating communities on the prevalence of trafficking
- Encouraging survivors to persevere and embrace transferable skills
- Highlighting support programs like Amen and National Access to Justice
Stay the course. Let me tell you something. Just keep persevering. You made it out. And that right there says a lot.
Ever wondered how someone can transform unimaginable pain into a force for good? In this episode of 'God Took Me to Las Vegas', host Randy Mortensen sits down with Dr. Marlene Carson, the Chair of the U.S. Advisory Council on Trafficking. Dr. Carson's life is a testament to resilience and the power of advocacy. As a survivor of sex trafficking, she has turned her harrowing experiences into a mission to fight for justice and support for others in similar situations.
She discusses the staggering reality of human trafficking in the United States, where a child goes missing every 40 seconds, and shares her journey from victim to victor. Dr. Carson's story is not just about survival; it's about thriving and making a difference. Her accolades, including the Presidential Lifetime Achievement awards from Presidents Obama, Trump, and Biden, highlight her relentless commitment to challenging the status quo and creating systemic change.
Tune in to hear how education, awareness, and community support play crucial roles in combating human trafficking and learn how you can be part of the solution.