In this interview, we hear from Jessica Boyles, a local violence prevention educator and expert on human trafficking issues in the Bay Area. We spoke about her passion for this work, local prevention and intervention initiatives, and myths and facts about human sex trafficking. We also connected the sex trafficking industry to the larger issue of sexual violence and outline things everyone can do to help. If you are interested in connecting more with Jessica and the work that she does, you can e-mail her at jessica.r.boyles@gmail.com This interview was originally recorded live on Women Hold up Half the Sky on KALX Berkeley 90.7 FM on Saturday October 25th, 2014.
