The Power of Dignity: Stories of Courage and Hope Combating Child Trafficking in Nepal

By Sarah Symons and silvio silva

A powerful and uplifting story of a family working for over two decades to combat child trafficking in Nepal, including personal reflections on dignity and what survivors need to heal and thrive, triumphs and challenges, and stories of the courageous girls who were helped by their organization and are now carrying the work forward. "Over 24 years, through the privilege of working with hundreds of children rescued from sex trafficking, I have learned a lot about dignity: the circumstances that damage it and the elements needed to recover it. Dignity is absolutely critical for a person's wellbeing. In our work of restoring rescued kids we found that, more than just shelter, food and legal aid, these girls needed love, attention and a kind word. They needed to have their stories heard. They needed to share their losses, their frustrations and their growing dreams for the future. When girls first came to us they were in a state of extreme distress, with a deep sense of unworthiness. They would say, "I'm worthless, I'm the garbage of the garbage." But when we showed them the truth of their human worth, they were ready to embrace the healing. Today, they are not just standing on their own feet, they are also able to help others. It is the greatest gift of my life to see many girls and boys enjoying this high level of dignity."

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0DBJ1N6SD
• ISBN13: 9798327144002
• Release Date: July 2024
• Publisher: Independently published
• Length: 196 Pages
• Dimensions: 8.0" x 0.5" x 5.3"