Jan Edwards' life changed on a business trip to Ethiopia, where she encountered human trafficking for the first time. In that moment, she decided to do something about it! Two years later, Jan launched the Paving the Way Foundation to disrupt the cycle of trafficking and child exploitation.

In part 1, hear how one woman decided to make a difference for vulnerable teens and children, how she created a solution that is educating kids and keeping them safe.

In part 2, Jan continues her story of launching the Paving the Way Foundation to combat child trafficking while juggling the responsibilities as a caregiver. During that time, Jan wrote and directed a short film, Trapped in the Trade, that went on to educate thousands while also winning film festival awards.

In part 3, Jan describes the steps that allowed her to find financial support while following her mission of combatting trafficking and exploitation. Through a combination of her own investments (the 401(k) her mom told her to start), plus her entrepreneurial spirit and fundraising, Jan and her foundation having found the support they need. Learn how you can support the mission of Paving the Way Foundation.

✨ Connect with Jan Edwards & Paving the Way

💠 Paving the Way Foundation Website: https://www.pavingthewayfoundation.org/

💠 Paving the Way on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PavingW/

💠 Paving the Way on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pavingw/

💠 Trapped in the Trade Film: http://www.trappedfilm.com/

💠 Jan’s book for caregivers: Managing Aging Parents While Keeping Your Sanity 👉 https://www.amazon.com/Managing-Parents-Keeping-Sanity-Advocacy-ebook/dp/B01HCESHMY

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Mentioned in this episode:

Lauren Promo

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