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Human trafficking exists in our own backyards, rand local law enforcement says it’s not going away anytime soon. In this story, local survivors of human trafficking share their stories and ask the community to take action to prevent modern day slavery in our communities.
When a system works as designed and allows someone to provide the highest level of service, it can bring immense satisfaction, especially when it enables someone to help another human being improve their quality of life.
“I’ve always loved helping others that have experienced barriers that my family has struggled with in the past,” said Lissette Rivera. She is a Community Health Worker with Bridges to Health. All CHWs within the Bridge. She helps clients with anything from making a dental appointment to accessing food, transportation, or housing.
