What's Your Why?

It's the worst evil on the planet. It's the worst kind of exploitation of the vulnerable populations, and it's everywhere. - Ashleigh Chapman

Welcome, Ashleigh Chapman, a truly remarkable advocate in the fight against human trafficking. Ashleigh’s journey began as a child, providing a safe haven to three abused children, which sparked a lifetime dedication to the cause. She has since tirelessly worked to institute change, earning her recognition from USA Today as one of their Women of the Year in 2022. As a human rights lawyer and founder of the Alliance for Freedom, Restoration and Justice, Ashleigh’s work is transforming the battle lines in the fight against exploitation. Her profound understanding and solution-driven approach make her an exceptional expert in this topic. Ashleigh’s drive combined with her extensive experience in the field makes her a respected authority on the subject.

My special guest is Ashleigh Chapman

Ashleigh Chapman is a tenacious human rights advocate and social entrepreneur whose lifelong mission is to end human trafficking. As a child, she committed her life to combat the most brutal exploitation of vulnerable populations globally. She solidified this commitment into a profession by becoming a human rights lawyer. Today, as the leader of Atlas Solutions and the Alliance for Freedom, Restoration and Justice, she spearheads groundbreaking initiatives to combat this insidious industry. Her tireless efforts saw her honored as one of USA Today's Women of the Year in 2022. Ashleigh’s unique insight into the dark underbelly of human trafficking makes her a respected voice in this field.

Key Takeaways:

• Uncover the disturbing reality of human trafficking within America's borders. 

•  Delve into the intricate link between immigration and the rise of human trafficking. 

•  Expose the vulnerability of certain populations to the horrifying pitfall of trafficking. 

•  Gain insight into the influential power of collective action to oppose and destroy human trafficking. 

•  Shed light on the prevalent issue of human trafficking within the United States. 

•  Explore the role immigration plays in the orchestration of human trafficking. 

• Unravel the susceptibilities of specific demographic groups commonly exploited in trafficking. 

•  Appreciate the dire need for unified engagement, a crucial force in combating human trafficking.

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• Explore Atlas Solutions, a business for good founded by Ashleigh Chapman in Wyoming that empowers solutions to end human trafficking.

• Learn about the Alliance for Freedom, Restoration, a nonprofit connected to over 10,000 anti-trafficking advocates worldwide.

• Check out Justice U, an online learning platform where students can learn the basics of identifying human trafficking.

• Visit Engagetogether.com for more information on combating human trafficking and to access toolkits and online courses.

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