687 | Surviving Human Trafficking: Story of Resilience & Empowerment - Interview

I'm a survivor of human trafficking. I didn't tell anyone for such a long time. It was my scary little secret. It would stay that way, I thought.

In 2019 the man who had trafficked me made me famous on a pornography sight by sharing rape videos and photos, and linked them all to my social media pages. I reached out to an anti-trafficking organization here in Colorado who paired me with legal services to assist in having the videos taken down, but I made the mistake one day of thinking I was alone in the office. My boss had been only 100 yards away and could overhear my conversation with my lawyer and never made a sound - until the call ended. When the call ended and I heard him moving around, I knew he had been listening. He knew I was a survivor of trafficking. Less than a month later I was fired. It was the week before Thanksgiving, four months before the pandemic.

It was one of the best things that could have happened to me. I'm now a full time author and public speaker. In 2022 I finally launched a career as a public speaker, talking about overcoming obstacles, letting go of resentment, and learning how to approach the difficult conversations that need to happen before it's too late.

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687 | Surviving Human Trafficking: Story of Resilience & Empowerment - Interview - Amanda Blackwood

Kevin McDonald

Owner

Creator and Host of Positive Talk Radio and its Parent Company KMmedia.pro

Dana Parker

coach

Dana Parker is a passionate transformational speaker and trainer -- facilitating in the personal development world for over a decade. Dana understands that real success comes from a multi-faceted approach towards the Physical, Emotional, Mental, and Spiritual areas of life. Dana’s also striving to change the speed in which we address Mental Wellness on a global scale, bringing a knowledge of mindfulness, mental and emotional strength training and other critical components to those struggling. She brings a wealth of knowledge and a unique approach that is "Distinctly Dana,” making her an incredible coach and leader supporting others in their next steps towards experiencing joy!

Amanda Blackwood

Amanda Blackwood is an accomplished artist and author, public speaker, podcast host, trauma recovery mentor and a survivor of human trafficking. Amanda has spoken on a multitude of stages, international summits, radio programs, and has published over a dozen books. She launched two podcasts - one that focuses on interviewing other authors of trauma, and the other that discusses the long term consequences of trauma and how to fight back for a better life. A portion of every book sale goes to help fight human trafficking. Amanda lives in Denver, Colorado with her rescue cats and supportive husband who keep her sane.