Breast Cancer and Human Trafficking: Stories of Survival and Hope with Yonah Budd
Our job is to protect people from being taken advantage of, whether it's protecting the women and the females in your life or perhaps males in your life who are victims of domestic violence- and you know about it because you know about it if it's in your neighborhood, if it's around the corner, if these are the parents of some of the kids your kids go to school with and you hear stories.
Yonah Budd brings a powerful episode of 'Road to Recovery', tackling two urgent issues: breast cancer and human trafficking. The first part features Yonah's wife, who bravely shares her journey as a breast cancer survivor. Her story isn't just about survival; it's a call to action for women to be more informed about this illness. She discusses the emotional and physical battles she faced, offering practical advice on early detection and self-advocacy.
It's an intimate conversation that highlights the strength and resilience needed to combat this disease. Switching gears, Yonah then dives into the pressing issue of human trafficking in Ontario. He speaks with Sharon Mayne Devine, CEO of Catholic Family Services Peel-Dufferin, who sheds light on the alarming rates of human trafficking in the region. Sharon's insights are eye-opening, revealing the complexities of this crisis and the urgent need for prevention and victim support.
The discussion covers everything from the psychological impact on victims to the strategies needed to combat this modern-day slavery. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in social justice and health advocacy. Yonah's empathetic approach makes these heavy topics accessible, while his guests provide invaluable perspectives. Whether you're looking to educate yourself about breast cancer or understand the human trafficking crisis better, this episode offers a wealth of information and hope.