About Voice for the Silent

 At Voice for the Silent, our vision is a world free from the horrors of human trafficking—a world where every individual’s voice is heard, their dignity upheld, and their freedom protected.

We believe in empowering survivors through education, fostering awareness to dismantle stigma, and creating a network of support that amplifies resilience and recovery. By bridging the gap between advocacy, prevention, and mentorship, we aim to inspire systemic change and build safer communities for generations to come.

Our commitment is to not only fight against exploitation but to stand alongside survivors as they reclaim their voices, rewrite their narratives, and lead the way toward a brighter, freer future.

 Leah McSpadden, the founder of Voice for the Silent, is a survivor, advocate, and a human rights legal professional in training dedicated to ending human trafficking and empowering others to reclaim their voices.

Leah’s journey began as a survivor of child sex trafficking, a harrowing experience that shaped her unwavering commitment to justice and change. Over the years, she has transformed her pain into purpose, leveraging her lived experience and education to raise awareness, educate communities, and support survivors in their healing journeys.

Her vision for Voice for the Silent is rooted in her belief that every survivor deserves to be heard and supported. Through education, mentorship, and advocacy, Leah aims to dismantle the systems that allow trafficking to persist and inspire a global movement to eradicate this crime.

Leah’s dedication to her mission is matched by her resilience, empathy, and tireless work ethic. She is not only a voice for the silent but a beacon of hope for survivors and communities alike.