Discover The Thrive Space: A Website for Survivors, by Survivors

Join us for an engaging webinar to unveil The Thrive Space—a groundbreaking online platform created by survivors of trafficking, for survivors. This innovative website is designed to educate, empower, and connect survivors with resources, community, and hope.

Robin Hassler Thompson and Jamie Rosseland will share the story behind The Thrive Space, discussing the vision that inspired its creation and the critical importance of survivor-led initiatives. Together, we’ll explore how this unique digital space provides a safe, accessible, and supportive environment tailored to the needs of survivors.

We’ll also dive into how The Thrive Space is intended to be used as a resource hub and community connector, offering tools for healing, empowerment, and advocacy. Whether you’re a survivor, advocate, or ally, this webinar will provide valuable insights into the power of survivor-driven solutions.

Presenter:

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Jamie Rosseland, Human Trafficking Subject Matter Expert
Jamie Rosseland is a consultant in the field of anti-trafficking work with expertise in the program development and implementation for victims and survivors of sexual exploitation, trauma-competent and survivor-centered digital marketing and outreach strategies, and most recently, working on policy guides and research projects. She has been active in local government and statewide level policy advocacy.

Through sharing her lived experiences and unique perspective, Jamie is committed to change the cultural view of the sex trade, addressing systems that drive demand, and confronting gender inequality. Jamie has experience providing mentorship, court advocacy, and care coordination to youth impacted by sexual exploitation as part of the Open Doors Outreach Network with the Delores Barr Weaver Policy Center. She has presented at countless community events, statewide summits, and national conferences. Currently, Jamie serves on the Florida Department of Juvenile Justice’s State Advisory Group. She is a Social Science Scholar at Florida State University, where she is working on earning her undergraduate degree in interdisciplinary social science. In 2018, Jamie won the Survivor Advocate of the Year award presented by the Florida Attorney General for her outstanding work with exploited youth. In 2021, the United Nations published the Delta 8.7 Justice Policy Guide, which Jamie contributed to as a working group member. Additionally, Jamie recently guest appeared on the New York Times podcast, The Argument, addressing the intersection of anti-trafficking work and pro-sex work technologies.

Webinar descriptions, registration, and speaker info: Coming Soon
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