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
Jamie & Lisa: Healing Through Community S5E8
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What happens when healing is no longer done alone?
In this heartfelt episode, Jamie and Lisa reflect on the powerful role community plays in long-term restoration. They share how reclaiming identity, joy, and curiosity often happens in relationship—with people who see the whole person, not just the past. Through honest conversation, laughter, and lived wisdom, they explore why community is not optional in healing, how survivors reclaim themselves beyond labels, and what it means to be met with invitation rather than obligation.
This episode centers belonging, dignity, and the truth that survivors are the heroes of their own stories—and that healing deepens when we walk alongside one another.
Listen now to this meaningful conversation about connection, restoration, and healing through community.