A Truth Rising

A disturbing case and situation that takes the internet by storm, thanks to the video taken at the time of Sophie's resistance to return back to where she was being sexually abused, exploited, and possibly trafficked. The system is failing girls like Sophie and boys her two brothers on a daily basis, this is just that one instance where we happen to have video. With the Victoria, Australia Gag Law, it makes you wonder, are Gag Laws coming to America? Sadly, we learn today that they are already here to some degree, and this is most likely not the first time this has happened. 

Tune in to today's Episode as Lasina breaks down what is being displayed in the video, and why she chooses to stand with Sophie AND her two brothers. While the video and the case is quite disturbing, along with the entire reality of our current state, there is a victory and silver lining in this case, and Lasina shares some great news about Victoria's Gag Law as well. 

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Join Lasina and Erica again as they continue their conversation about consent and how entertainment and the education system has had a major influence on consent. Learn more about why we really don't consent the ways in which we believe we do.

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In today's episode, Lasina and her friend Erica discuss Consent Laws, and how big media influences it. In Part 2, we will continue the discussion and how the subject is addressed and taught in the education system's sexual education programs. 

What is Consent? Do you think your ability to consent or not consent will protect you, or hurt you? How does consent affect whether or not justice is served? Listen to Part 1, and stay tuned for Part 2, as we further dive into how Consent Is The Key, and You and I Don't Have It, at least not in the ways we think we do. 

A Truth Rising isn't just a podcast, it is a project. The topic of human trafficking, sexual exploitation, rape, and sexual assault continues to evolve, and as it does, it may affect you or someone you love. This is also why I brought my friend Erica in on the conversation, this affects us all in one way another, and sharing different thoughts and insights allows you, the listener, the freedom to come to your own conclusions and understanding about this topic. 

Please email the show with questions and comments at: atruthrising@gmail.com 

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In today's episode, we are going to discuss the lack of defined sexual assault laws and how they impact victims, criminals, and how they are leading to laws that protect (and somewhat encourage) pedophilia, and even go as far as defining it as a sexual orientation. These areas are very important to discuss in greater detail because they all tie in well with human trafficking, and child slavery, in one way or another.

What do you think? Please email the show in confidence with your stories, perspectives, and any information you would love to add. Email us here: atruthrising@gmail.com 

Warning: This episode may stir up your heart and mind! Are you aware of the rape and sexual assault laws in your country, jurisdiction, or county? In today's episode, Lasina talks about how the use of broad or unclear terms in law has helped the grey area of "sexual assault" grow, and how plays a major role in the how human trafficking and sexual slavery has reached the levels it has today. Who do our laws serve and protect? 

Listen to this episode to learn more about the reality of sexual assault laws. We're going to look at the wording in the criminal code of Canada, how laws are changed/amended, and how the details of one Texas case proves that the provability gap really does exist within the unclear terminologies used in law. 

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