I was sex trafficked for years. Brothels are hidden in plain sight. | Casandra Diamond | TEDxToronto

Only one. I share my story with you today because I am free and this freedom is not taken for granted. I believe that all people in our country should have the same right. I share my story today because I am an optimist. I have seen and witnessed the strength within the women we are talking about. These women are future leaders, entrepreneurs, mothers; They change the rules of the game. All they need is a chance, like the one I had. This only requires one person. Her name was Cathy; and her husband, Jim. They all extended a hand of love to me.

They both showed me again what humanity is and helped me restore my courage. This is something you can also do for someone else. (Applause) (Cheers) Thank you. (Applause) (Cheers)