Vanisha Breault
Vanisha Breault
I Have A Name; Ending Sexual Exploitation & Human Trafficking. With Guests; Theresa Jenkins & Det. Paul Rubner. OC 7
I Have A Name; Ending Sexual Exploitation & Human Trafficking. With Guests; Theresa Jenkins & Det. Paul Rubner. OC 7
I Have A Name; Ending Sexual Exploitation & Human Trafficking. With Guests; Theresa Jenkins & Det. Paul Rubner. OC 7
Wednesday 2nd September 2020
Theresa Jenkins and Det. Paul Rubner discuss the urgent need for awareness about sexual exploitation and human trafficking on 'Ordinary Courage'.
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62 minutes
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Vanisha Breault
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Sobriety Toolkit
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Healing from Sexual Trauma
Family Recovery from Addiction
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Get the buttons here!Shining a Light on Sexual Exploitation: Insights from Theresa Jenkins & Det. Paul Rubner
This is not just a third-world country issue. This is not just an issue that happens in other places. This is happening right here, right now, in our communities, and we need to do more and we need to do better.
How often do we turn a blind eye to the dark realities of sexual exploitation and human trafficking? In this compelling episode of 'Ordinary Courage,' host Vanisha Breault sits down with two experts who are on the front lines of this battle. Theresa Jenkins, Executive Director of Reset Society of Calgary, and Detective Paul Rubner from the Calgary Police, share their invaluable experiences and insights into these urgent issues.
Theresa Jenkins explains how Reset Society is a lifeline for women and children who have survived sexual exploitation. It’s the only organization in Alberta offering a comprehensive support system tailored to these survivors. Jenkins sheds light on the emotional and psychological scars left behind, emphasizing the need for community support and awareness.
Detective Paul Rubner, with over 28 years in law enforcement and 11 years in the Human Trafficking Counter Exploitation Unit, has seen firsthand the devastating impact of these crimes. He shares stories of rescue and recovery, stressing that sexual exploitation isn’t just a distant problem but one that’s happening right in our neighborhoods. The episode goes beyond statistics to focus on the human aspect, debunking common stereotypes and misconceptions.
Jenkins and Rubner highlight the importance of education in preventing these crimes and supporting survivors. They provide practical advice on how listeners can get involved, from recognizing signs of exploitation to supporting local initiatives. Vanisha Breault underscores the urgency of the issue, reminding us that 'this is not just a third-world country issue.
This is happening right here, right now.' This episode is a powerful call to action for all of us to become more informed and proactive in fighting sexual exploitation and human trafficking. Tune in to understand how you can make a difference.