Roxanne Murdock and Carolyn DeFord

Recorded June 11, 2021 Archived June 10, 2021 46:24 minutes
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Description

Carolyn DeFord (47) speaks with friend and colleague, Roxanne Murdock (36) about how she got started in anti-trafficking work, working with MMIW (Missing & Murdered Indigenous Women), the strong connection to domestic violence, & the need coordinated community effort in trafficking prevention.

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CF shares earliest memories and discovering MMIW in the process of searching for her missing mother. She discusses importance of Hannah Harris legislation, the lack of databases and the healing power of the first time she shared the story of her missing mother.
CF shares the coordination of advocacy resources for families with missing persons, mentors, and her first time advocating. She gives her thoughts about trafficking as it relates to the law.
CF shares her thoughts on future of anti-trafficking work. She discusses the establishment of National Human Trafficking Awareness month in January and the importance of survivor-led and informed policy and resources. She shares about ritual practice of Paddle to Puyallup and representation for those with missing family members. She talks about teh importance of cultural practices to facilitate healing.
CF shares a desire to see safe houses for healing and a low barrier to entry of shelter and housing for those subject to trafficking.
CF shares on training on high risk indicators and signs of victims. RM shares about her time in domestic violence shelter and red flags and indicators of trafficked persons.

Participants

  • Roxanne Murdock
  • Carolyn DeFord

Partnership

Partnership Type

Fee for Service