Stephan Neff
Stephan Neff
377 Amanda Blackwood: Overcoming Human Trafficking
377 Amanda Blackwood: Overcoming Human Trafficking
377 Amanda Blackwood: Overcoming Human Trafficking
Thursday 27th July 2023
Join Amanda Blackwood on 'Steps to Sobriety' as she shares her journey from surviving human trafficking to becoming a symbol of resilience and hope.
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Episode Overview
- Amanda shares her harrowing experiences as a survivor of human trafficking and childhood abuse
- She recounts the challenges she faced in breaking free from her abusers
- Amanda's resilience and determination shine through as she shares her journey towards recovery and empowerment
- She emphasises the importance of seeking help, finding hope, and reclaiming one's life from trauma and abuse
- Amanda's transformation from victim to thriver serves as a powerful testament to the indomitable human spirit
In my case as a doctor who's working within systems um where we are looking out for people who are in distress and who are in trouble and there are ways out um in new zealand we've got a women's refuge, which is an excellent organization that helps you there and then and might just, you know, get you right now out, put you in a safe house, and you will never be found again by the perpetrator. So guys, don't give up. You blew me away and you raised so many beautiful, beautiful points though that out of the darkness comes the light and and us being addicted to make this world a better place and i think this is an addiction that i subscribe to and that i'm proud to have.
Imagine surviving something so horrific that you didn’t even know it had a name. That’s Amanda Blackwood’s story. At thirty-one, she escaped from the clutches of human trafficking, feeling broken and unworthy of love. But her journey didn't end there. On a cold day in 2018, Amanda witnessed former trafficked individuals standing tall and resilient at an anti-trafficking event. It was then she found her purpose. Since then, Amanda has become a voice for those who can't speak for themselves.
She's shared her story on multiple stages, been featured in the Chicago Tribune, sold her art nationwide, and even launched two podcasts focusing on trauma recovery. In this episode of 'Steps to Sobriety', Amanda sits down with host Stephan Neff to recount her harrowing experiences, from childhood abuse to multiple trafficking incidents. Her story is one of immense pain but also incredible resilience and determination.
Amanda emphasizes the importance of seeking help and finding hope, showing that it’s possible to reclaim your life from the grips of trauma and abuse. Her transformation from victim to thriver is a powerful reminder of the human spirit's capacity for healing and growth.