Join us in this inspiring episode of the Degrees of Success podcast featuring Kylie Glendenning, a recent University of Phoenix graduate who earned her bachelor’s degree at just 19 years old. Every year, thousands of children go missing—some never to be found again. In this deeply moving episode, we sit down with Kylie Glendenning, a passionate advocate for human trafficking awareness and victim support, to uncover the harsh realities behind these cases. Kylie shares real-life stories that continue to fuel her fight against child exploitation, including the devastating case of a 13-year-old girl who was found murdered. These stories are not isolated incidents—they are happening every single day across America and the world.
⭐️ Key takeaways from this episode:
✓ Understand the hidden tactics of human traffickers.
✓ Learn about the growing crisis of missing children and why many cases go unnoticed.
✓ Discover practical ways you can help prevent trafficking and support survivors.
✓ Hear Kylie’s firsthand experiences working on the frontlines of advocacy and justice.
✓ Kylie’s journey through University of Phoenix.
✓ How education helps in advocacy efforts.
📖 Chapters: Jump to Key Moments
00:00 – Introduction to Kylie Glendenning
02:30 – A Victim’s Story That Changed Everything
05:45 – How Human Traffickers Operate & Their Tactics
08:15 – The Reality of Human Trafficking in the U.S.
10:15 – The Rise of Missing Children in the U.S.
15:40 – What Can Be Done to Stop Trafficking?
20:00 – Kylie’s Advocacy & Mission to Fight Exploitation
20:30 – Kylie’s Education at University of Phoenix
25:30 – How to Spot Signs of Trafficking & Protect Others
30:45 – Final Thoughts & How You Can Take Action
🤔 Human trafficking is one of the fastest-growing crimes in the world. The more we talk about it, the more we can protect vulnerable individuals and push for stronger laws. 🤔 Join the conversation: If you or someone you know has been impacted by human trafficking, share your thoughts in the comments. Your voice can help raise awareness and bring change.
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