In this episode of Shoresides, we delve into the often-overlooked reality of human trafficking survivors in coastal North Carolina. Join host Nick Magrino as he interviews Dawn Ferrer, Executive Director of A Safe Place, a nonprofit supporting survivors of human trafficking. Many of these survivors are left homeless, with few possessions, while struggling with substance use and the long-term effects of their experiences.
Ferrer explains how childhood trauma often leads to vulnerabilities, exposing individuals to exploitation. Through initiatives like supportive housing and their upcoming farm program, A Safe Place is working to bridge gaps in care, providing safe housing and employment opportunities for survivors. Learn about the intersecting crises of homelessness, substance abuse, and human trafficking, and how communities can step up to offer real solutions.
Listen in to understand the harsh realities of survival and recovery in coastal North Carolina, and how community resilience begins with addressing the root causes of vulnerability.
Here are five helpful tips and resources from A Safe Place:
- Victim Identification & Hotline: Reach out to the toll-free hotline for support, emergency supplies, and resources (855-723-7529).
- Restorative Housing: Survivors and their children can access free, trauma-focused transitional housing in a safe, secure location.
- Outreach Center & Case Management: Victims receive personalized support through the Outreach Center and ongoing case management services.
- Education & Prevention: Get trained on human trafficking awareness and prevention through expert-led programs.
- Volunteer Opportunities: Contribute to the mission by volunteering your time or skills.
Learn more at A Safe Place.
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