Thistle Farms founder highlights Nashville's commitment to trauma-informed care for trafficking survivors
February 01, 2022 | Governor Bill Lee, Deparments in Office of the Governor, Organizations, Executive, Tennessee
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Governor Bill Lee convened a significant meeting on February 1, 2022, to address the pressing issue of human trafficking in Tennessee. The event highlighted the launch of a new anti-human trafficking partnership aimed at providing support and resources for survivors.
Sheila McLean, a survivor of human trafficking and a leader in the community, shared her personal journey during the meeting. She emphasized the importance of organizations like Thistle Farms, which has been instrumental in offering women survivors a second chance at life. McLean described how Thistle Farms, founded 25 years ago, focuses on victim-centered care and community building rather than merely treating individuals as clients.
McLean's testimony underscored the motto of Thistle Farms: "love heals." She expressed gratitude for the state's efforts to create trauma-informed services that prioritize the needs of victims. This approach, she noted, is a powerful act of love that contributes to healing and recovery for those affected by human trafficking.
The meeting served as a platform for discussing the collaborative efforts needed to combat human trafficking and support survivors in Tennessee. Governor Lee's initiative aims to strengthen these efforts and ensure that victims receive the care and resources they need to rebuild their lives. The partnership represents a crucial step forward in addressing this critical issue within the state.
Sheila McLean, a survivor of human trafficking and a leader in the community, shared her personal journey during the meeting. She emphasized the importance of organizations like Thistle Farms, which has been instrumental in offering women survivors a second chance at life. McLean described how Thistle Farms, founded 25 years ago, focuses on victim-centered care and community building rather than merely treating individuals as clients.
McLean's testimony underscored the motto of Thistle Farms: "love heals." She expressed gratitude for the state's efforts to create trauma-informed services that prioritize the needs of victims. This approach, she noted, is a powerful act of love that contributes to healing and recovery for those affected by human trafficking.
The meeting served as a platform for discussing the collaborative efforts needed to combat human trafficking and support survivors in Tennessee. Governor Lee's initiative aims to strengthen these efforts and ensure that victims receive the care and resources they need to rebuild their lives. The partnership represents a crucial step forward in addressing this critical issue within the state.
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