Organizations are increasingly involving survivors of human trafficking in leadership roles for guidance and solutions.
Alicia Tappan, a survivor of sex trafficking, is a prominent voice advocating for survivor-led change in supporting survivors.
As the CEO of Survivor-Led Solutions, Tappan is pioneering systems that prioritize survivor voices in leadership positions.
Tappan launched Survivor-Led Solutions in 2023 to provide leadership development and training for organizations serving survivors.
She is also releasing a book, 'Innocence Interrupted,' which serves as a curriculum for those working with survivors.
Tappan's work has been nationally recognized, earning her awards and accolades for her impactful advocacy.
She attributes her success to her family's support and prioritizes self-care through routines and hobbies like painting and yoga.
Tappan is pursuing a Ph.D. in forensic psychology, working on a Global Survivor Leader Certification Program, and aims to establish a survivor drop-in center.
Her mission emphasizes the importance of changing the narrative around human trafficking through survivor-led initiatives.