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The Urgency of Protecting Black Girls: A Hard Knock Radio Conversation with Nola Brantley
The crisis of missing Black girls and the ongoing struggle against Domestic Minor Sex Trafficking (DMST) and Commercial Sexual Exploitation of Children (CSEC) remain urgent issues, yet they often go overlooked in mainstream discourse. On a recent episode of Hard Knock Radio, host Davey D sat down with advocate Nola Brantley, founder of Nola Brantley Speaks, to shed light on these pressing concerns.
The Silent Epidemic of Missing Black Girls
“What is happening with Black girls is atrocious,” Davey D pointed out. “Theres not a whole lot of fanfare about whats going on.” Brantley echoed these sentiments, stating that despite years of advocacy, the situation has not improved. The continued absence of law enforcement intervention and the systemic neglect from institutions only exacerbate the problem.
The Federal Rollback and Its Impact
“The situation is looking really bleak,” she explained. “Not only are services disappearing, but even the language used to advocate for these issues is being erased.”
Community-Based Solutions: A Call to Action
Brantley outlined several community-led initiatives aimed at protecting vulnerable youth:
Public Awareness and Education: Teaching parents, educators, and children about the dangers of trafficking and online recruitment.
This dangerous narrative, rooted in historical oppression, manifests in how crimes against Black women are dismissed or ignored. Social media plays a role in perpetuating harmful stereotypes, allowing for the public dehumanization of Black girls.
The Role of Adults: Breaking the Cycle
“Kids need to trust us. They wont come to us if they fear judgment or punishment,” she said. “We have to talk to them about their online lives, their relationships, and their safety without shaming them.”
Online Predators and Peer Recruitment
“Most kids who recruit others have been victims themselves,” Brantley explained. “Many are under threat, seeking love, or trying to lessen their own exploitation. Theyre not acting out of malice”theyre surviving.”
Ways to Get Involved
Support Local Organizations: Volunteer time or donate to nonprofits focused on protecting at-risk youth.
Final Thoughts
Brantley emphasized that true change requires sustained community commitment. “We need a committed group of people,” she said. “Not just when theres an emergency, but for the long haul.”
For those looking to get involved, Brantley can be reached at [email protected].
Hard Knock Radio is a drive-time Hip-Hop talk show on KPFA (94.1fm @ 4-5 pm Monday-Friday), a community radio station without corporate underwriting, hosted by Davey D and Anita Johnson.
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The Urgency of Protecting Black Girls: A Hard Knock Radio Conversation with Nola Brantley
The crisis of missing Black girls and the ongoing struggle against Domestic Minor Sex Trafficking (DMST) and Commercial Sexual Exploitation of Children (CSEC) remain urgent issues, yet they often go overlooked in mainstream discourse. On a recent episode of Hard Knock Radio, host Davey D sat down with advocate Nola Brantley, founder of Nola Brantley Speaks, to shed light on these pressing concerns.
The Silent Epidemic of Missing Black Girls
“What is happening with Black girls is atrocious,” Davey D pointed out. “Theres not a whole lot of fanfare about whats going on.” Brantley echoed these sentiments, stating that despite years of advocacy, the situation has not improved. The continued absence of law enforcement intervention and the systemic neglect from institutions only exacerbate the problem.
The Federal Rollback and Its Impact
“The situation is looking really bleak,” she explained. “Not only are services disappearing, but even the language used to advocate for these issues is being erased.”
Community-Based Solutions: A Call to Action
Brantley outlined several community-led initiatives aimed at protecting vulnerable youth:
Public Awareness and Education: Teaching parents, educators, and children about the dangers of trafficking and online recruitment.
This dangerous narrative, rooted in historical oppression, manifests in how crimes against Black women are dismissed or ignored. Social media plays a role in perpetuating harmful stereotypes, allowing for the public dehumanization of Black girls.
The Role of Adults: Breaking the Cycle
“Kids need to trust us. They wont come to us if they fear judgment or punishment,” she said. “We have to talk to them about their online lives, their relationships, and their safety without shaming them.”
Online Predators and Peer Recruitment
“Most kids who recruit others have been victims themselves,” Brantley explained. “Many are under threat, seeking love, or trying to lessen their own exploitation. Theyre not acting out of malice”theyre surviving.”
Ways to Get Involved
Support Local Organizations: Volunteer time or donate to nonprofits focused on protecting at-risk youth.
Final Thoughts
Brantley emphasized that true change requires sustained community commitment. “We need a committed group of people,” she said. “Not just when theres an emergency, but for the long haul.”
For those looking to get involved, Brantley can be reached at [email protected].
Hard Knock Radio is a drive-time Hip-Hop talk show on KPFA (94.1fm @ 4-5 pm Monday-Friday), a community radio station without corporate underwriting, hosted by Davey D and Anita Johnson.
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