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September 16, 2025 26 mins

What if we did a rethink of child trafficking—beyond criminology—and started seeing it as a public health issue, shaped by poverty, trauma, and the systems around us? 

In this episode, we’re joined by Erin Williamson, Chief Programs and Strategy Officer at Love146, who brings two decades of experience working to keep kids safe from exploitation, as we dig into the real reasons kids become vulnerable and why true prevention means more than just catching the bad guys.


Trigger Warning: 

This episode includes discussion of child trafficking, exploitation, and abuse. While the conversation is meant to inform and empower, some parts may be emotionally challenging. Please listen in a way that honors your limits. Take breaks, pause or step away if you need to. This topic matters and your wellbeing matters too.



References for Our Discussion

◼️Love146 - Ending Child Trafficking and Exploitation

◼️4 Approaches to Anti-Trafficking Work




Guest

◼️Erin Williamson



Host(s)

 Purva Mehta, BMSc, MSc



Producer(s)

◼️ Gordon Thane, BMSc, MPH, PMP®




Production Notes


◼️ Music from Johnny Harris x Tom Fox: The Music Room



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