Intimate Terrorism, Human Trafficking and Sexual Abuse : Meeting Survivors Where They're At With Brenda Sandquist [Re-Release]

In today's episode Jan is joined by Brenda Sandquist who is the founder and executive director for Xquisite, a nonprofit, established in 2012, specifically designed to walk alongside victims of human trafficking, sexual assault, and intimate terrorism (domestic violence) to bring them from a place of exploitation, not only surviving but to thrive in their next steps for a life free from what has held them captive.Content advisory: human trafficking, sexual assault, and intimate partner violence.She is passionate about leading a movement of strong women who have become empowered to have their voices heard and to shatter secrets they have had to live under, exposing their truth to become Diamond Strong.  Brenda has worked to empower women over 30 years helping them to realize that no matter what life has presented them, their value remains strong.  Brenda has expanded Xquisite’s reach to establish the Diamond Strong Freedom Center, a center dedicated to bring freedom and empowerment for sexually exploited women and survivors of human trafficking, sexual assault and intimate terrorism to live healthy, flourishing lives.  The Diamond Strong Freedom Center and it’s Drop-In Center is ready to serve with a variety of services that are free, confidential, nonjudgmental with no strings attached, which will bring hope, courage and a voice for survivors.  It is Brenda’s passion to champion the women and children served at Xquisite, to realize their dreams can be their reality.The Jan Broberg Show and everyone at the foundation believe, hear, and support all survivors.  Thank you for listening!Check out the resources Xquisite has to offer at Xquisite.orgOr call their 24 hour hotline at: 775-434-7255Follow on Insta: @xquisite_nonprofitIf you or someone you know is experiencing emotional distress or suicidal ideation, please access the resources below:National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline: Call/Text 988National Sexual Assault Hotline  (RAINN) : 1-800-656-HOPE (4673)National Alliance for Mental Illness: 1-800-950-6264Subscribe / Support / Contact:🍎 Review on Apple🎶 Review on Spotify✍ Share Your Story🌐 Podcast Website🔴 YouTube📷 Instagram   Jan Broberg Foundation:💝 Foundation Website📒  The Jan Broberg Story🗞 Sign Up For Our Newsletter💞 Survivor Circle 💌 Fan Mail Support the show