Description:
This facilitated session utilizes Missing, a powerful documentary that confronts the devastating reality of minor sex trafficking. This vital film courageously exposes the harsh truths and profound traumas endured by young survivors, shedding light on the exploitation and abuse that too often remain hidden.
Missing highlights remarkable stories of courage, resilience, and hope. Through the authentic voices of young survivors, the film invites viewers to understand the vulnerabilities and circumstances that can lead to such harm, underscoring why dedicated initiatives to combat trafficking are essential.
This is more than a documentary—it’s a shared community story that calls us to listen with both heart and mind. By facing these difficult truths together, we move closer to awareness, compassion, and meaningful change.
By the end of this session, participants will:
- Recognize that youth trafficking is happening in our own community.
- Understand that trafficking does not always look like it does in movies.
- Challenge harmful stereotypes and recognize that these are not “bad kids” but rather vulnerable youth in need of support.
- Identify meaningful action steps to support prevention, intervention, and awareness efforts.