Liz and Michelle speak with Clarissa Drysdale Anderson, Chair of You Can Free Us Foundation, about the harrowing reality of modern slavery affecting over 40 million people globally. Motivated by a personal incident involving Michelle’s daughter, they explore rescue, advocacy, and rehabilitation efforts—including support for women and children fleeing Ukraine. Learn what everyday steps you can take to safeguard your community, raise awareness, and support survivors—even locally. Also hear about Michelle’s encounter with BAFTA-winning documentarian Kate Blewett, whose Slavery – A Global Investigation offered additional perspective on the issue.

Key Topics:

🎙️ Global modern slavery statistics & hidden realities

🎙️ You Can Free Us Foundation’s rescue mission and impact

🎙️ How women & children fleeing war are being victimized—and helped

🎙️ Recognizing signs of exploitation in everyday places

🎙️ Practical actions we can all take to raise awareness and support survivors

Resources:

🔗 You Can Free Us Foundation

🔗 Clarissa Drysdale Anderson profile

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