81. Lynda Harlos - Domestic Sex Trafficking - What Everyone Needs to Know

In this powerful episode of the Healing and Growing Hand in Hand Podcast, we welcome Lynda Harlos, a global educator in sex trafficking and abuse prevention, keynote speaker, and author of "Walk a Mile." Lynda shares her personal journey as a mother of a sex trafficking victim, offering crucial insights into domestic sex trafficking, grooming, and prevention strategies. Video mentioned in the episode: https://youtu.be/AGlCAe3fTFQ?si=1PvqPpjKvPNfrrg6 About Lynda: Lynda Harlos is a dedicated Sex Trafficking & Abuse Prevention Educator who works with parents and professionals to protect children aged 2-25. She is a keynote speaker, author, family coach, and host of a parenting talk show. Lynda collaborates with various organizations, including Victim Services across Canada, Covenant House, Boost for Kids, and Courage for Freedom. Her mission is to turn personal pain into a global purpose to prevent sex trafficking. In This Episode: - Introduction to Lynda: Lynda shares her background and personal story and shares more about her work in sex trafficking and abuse prevention. - Understanding Domestic Sex Trafficking: Defining what domestic sex trafficking is and what it is not and differentiating between international and domestic trafficking. Real-life examples of domestic sex trafficking scenarios. - Recognizing the Signs of Grooming and Trafficking: Detailed explanation of grooming and its stages as well as key indicators that someone might be a victim of trafficking. Behavioral changes and red flags to watch out for. - Prevention Strategies and Practical Tips: How parents and caregivers can create a safe environment for their children. Practical advice on maintaining open communication with children. Learn the importance of teaching proper consent and recognizing vulnerabilities. Key Takeaways: - Recognize and understand the signs of grooming and trafficking. - Utilize prevention strategies to protect children and young adults. - Create a safe and open environment for children to discuss their concerns. Connect with Lynda: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ParentWithPurpose Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ParentWithPurpose.ca Website: www.parentwithpurpose.ca LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lyndaharlos/ Book: “Walk a Mile”: https://a.co/d/5CRrqwU Follow me for more content here: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100095156184970 Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisatickel/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lisamtickel/ Website: https://healingandgrowinghandinhandpodcast.com/ Join us for this enlightening episode and learn how you can make a difference in preventing domestic sex trafficking. Tune in on your favorite platform and don't forget to subscribe, rate, and leave a review to help us reach more people in need of this crucial information. Keywords: Domestic Sex Trafficking, Sex Trafficking Prevention, Grooming Signs, Trafficking Signs, Lynda Harlos, Healing and Growing Hand in Hand Podcast, Child Safety Tips, Parent with Purpose, Abuse Prevention Education, Human Trafficking Awareness, Keynote Speaker on Trafficking, Support for Trafficking Victims, Online Safety for Kids, Protecting Children from Trafficking, Identifying Trafficking Red Flags, Sex Trafficking Resources, Domestic Abuse Awareness, Family Coaching, Victim Services, Child Protection Strategies