S1E5 Identity, Safety, and Exploitation: Human Trafficking in LGBTQIA+ Communities

In this episode of Beyond Awareness, we dive into the intersection of systemic barriers, LGBTQIA+ youth, housing instability, and human trafficking. Joining host Rhonda Holmes are Taylor Woodruff with United Against Human Trafficking and Carrie Rai, Executive Director of Tony’s Place. Together, they discuss how minority stress, homelessness, family rejection, and a lack of affirming safe spaces can increase exploitation risks for LGBTQIA+ youth. They also explore how community consistency, ra...