Freedom for Youth

Kara Thompson, MSW & Taijun Waters | September 19 | 11:30 AM-12:30 PM

Topic: Programming | Knowledge Level: Beginner | Location: Room 2591

At Selah Freedom, 100% of the sex trafficking survivors in their safe housing reported experiencing childhood sexual abuse. This early abuse normalizes unhealthy sexual relationships and can increase the susceptibility to being later recruited by a trafficker. Selah Freedom believes getting out ahead of this issue with their prevention training is key. Their Freedom for Youth curriculum addresses sex trafficking with an age-appropriate curriculum for K-5th Grade. This coloring book-based training helps kids explore safe touch, identify safe adults, offer tips of using their voice to speak up for themselves, and online safety.

Presentation Objectives:

· Discuss sexual abuse as a risk factor of sex trafficking youth

· Preview a curriculum that offers a solution to prevention training for younger kids

About the Presenters

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Kara Thompson, MSW

Kara Thompson currently serves as the Midwest Prevention Coordinator with Selah Freedom. Her heart lies in working with youth and youth-interveners so that they will feel equipped, educated, and empowered. She holds a Bachelor of Social Work from Miami University and a Masters of Social Work from University of Illinois at Chicago.

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Taijun Waters

Taijun Waters began as a volunteer working with sex trafficking survivors in one of Selah Freedom's safe house. While there, he developed a passion for getting out ahead of the problem and joined the Selah Freedom as a Prevention Advocate. A poet and creative by trade, he brings a unique voice to audiences.

2019Anna SchrammSeptember 19, 2019Kara Thompson, MSW & Taijun Waters19:11:30