Invading the Darkness: Stories from the Fight against Child Sex Trafficking
Welcome to Invading the Darkness: stories from the fight against child sex trafficking in the United States. This podcast features Linda Smith, the founder of Shared Hope International, sharing stories from her 23 years of fighting the battle of domestic minor sex trafficking.
In 2025, "Invading the Darkness" will introduce a video element to its podcast, featuring hosts Yvonne and Kim, who are survivors of sex trafficking and advocates for the Just Like Me campaign.
Yvonne and Kim will share their life experiences, insights, and narratives from other survivors.
Our desire is that each episode will help you better understand the importance of fighting child sexual exploitation in the United States.
Invading the Darkness: Stories from the Fight against Child Sex Trafficking
Connie & Telisia: Passing the Baton — Wisdom for New Seasons S5E6
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What does restoration look like when you’ve walked the journey for decades—and choose to make room for those coming behind you?
In this deeply moving episode, Connie and Telisia reflect on long-term healing, reclaimed identity, and the sacred responsibility of stewarding survivor leadership into new seasons. Through lived wisdom and honesty, they speak about breaking silence, reclaiming voice, navigating lifelong restoration, and the importance of mentoring without control or retraumatization.
This conversation centers on legacy—not as stepping away, but as passing the baton with intention, humility, and hope. Connie and Telisia remind us that healing is lifelong, leadership evolves, and justice work is strongest when generations walk together, each bringing their gifts to the movement.
Listen now to this powerful conversation about restoration, wisdom, and what it means to fight for justice while making space for the next generation to rise.