Creating a World Without Exploitation with Lauren Hersh

The Masculine Wilderness Podcast

In this episode of the Masculine Wilderness Podcast, host Tom Perez speaks with Lauren Hersh, the National Director of World Without Exploitation. They discuss the importance of prevention in combating human trafficking and sexual exploitation, the role of family in motivating advocacy work, and the need to support both girls and boys in creating a healthier society. Hersh shares insights on legislative initiatives, the power of survivor voices, and the current landscape of the anti-trafficking movement, emphasizing the importance of survivor leadership and the need for systemic change. In this conversation, Lauren Hersh and Tom Perez discuss the complexities surrounding human trafficking, the importance of legal mechanisms for survivors, and the need for community education. They emphasize the significance of survivor stories while advocating for a shift towards recognizing the expertise of survivors in policy-making. The discussion also highlights the role of young people in combating exploitation and the importance of authentic leadership in fostering open conversations.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Masculine Wilderness Podcast

01:03 Lauren Hirsch and World Without Exploitation

03:23 The Importance of Prevention in Exploitation

05:44 Family Life and Personal Motivation

09:01 The Role of Boys in Exploitation

10:38 Understanding World Without Exploitation

11:49 Legislative Initiatives and Survivor Model

20:20 Current Landscape of Anti-Trafficking Movement

24:34 The Power of Survivor Voices

30:55 Supporting Survivors in Advocacy

32:19 Breaking Free from Criminal Convictions

35:14 The Power of Survivor Stories

40:10 Community Education and Awareness

44:28 Engaging Young People in Conversations

51:17 The Importance of Authenticity in Leadership

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www.worldwithoutexploitation.org