Alana Stott, MBE is an award-winning human trafficking investigator, author, and founder of the Blue Rose Foundation, a nonprofit committed to ending sexual abuse, grooming, and exploitation through education, prevention, and fierce accountability. With a background spanning security intelligence, trauma recovery, and global advocacy, Alana is a leading voice in the fight against systems that harm the vulnerable. Whether she’s advising world leaders, drafting legislation, or dismantling cycles of abuse, Alana brings unwavering clarity and purpose to every mission. Her work doesn’t just expose the darkness, it lights the way forward.

00:00 Introduction to Human Trafficking Awareness

03:10 Alana Stott's Background and Experience

06:05 The Reality of Human Trafficking in North America

09:01 Understanding Grooming and Trafficking Dynamics

11:59 Influencers and the Impact of Grooming

14:49 The Role of Parents in Protecting Children

17:53 The Dangers of Child Influencers

21:03 The Consequences of Exploitation in the Digital Age

24:10 Critique of Influencer Culture and Responsibility

31:53 Protecting Children in the Digital Age

34:43 The Dark Web and Child Exploitation

39:53 Normalizing Dangerous Behaviors

43:38 The Impact of Trauma on Behavior

48:52 Diddy and the Culture of Abuse

56:48 Justice and Accountability in High-Profile Cases

01:02:19 The Complexity of Abuse and Accountability

01:05:32 The Dark Side of Fame and Power

01:10:01 Human Trafficking: A Global Crisis

01:14:39 The Role of Accountability in Labor Practices

01:19:30 The Impact of Immigration Policies on Vulnerable Populations

01:25:34 The Importance of Transparency in Nonprofits

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