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Brenda Sandquist
- Sep 13
It's The Climb
Recently I stood at the bottom of these steps, knowing it was the path to my car. These steps exposed my need to spend more time getting...
Brenda Sandquist
- Aug 7
Community
We are intrinsically designed to be in community, created to be a part of something bigger than ourselves. No one likes to be alone, we...
A Survivor
- Aug 7
A Letter To Myself
To the inner girl who is struggling to survive, I want you to know you are not alone. I too know those feelings and thoughts that make...
Brenda Sandquist
- Jul 5
Liberty and Justice for All
Everyone’s definition of Freedom, Liberty and Justice varies according to their personal experiences. Our pledge of allegiance infers...
Xquisite Youth
- Jan 25
10 tips for talking to your teen about healthy relationships
1. Encourage open, honest, and thoughtful reflection. Talk openly with young teens about healthy relationships. Allow them to articulate...
Xquisite Hope
- Dec 22, 2022
Nevada coalition’s training sessions are aimed at busting myths about sex trafficking
Nevada is among the top 10 states with the highest rates of human trafficking, but that scary rating can lead to misconceptions. “All too...
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- Mar 30, 2022
“Prostitution: The Oldest Oppression in the Book”
In May of 2021, my TEDx Talk titled, “Prostitution: The Oldest Oppression in the Book”, was officially launched. Beyond being a bucket...
Brenda Sandquist
- Mar 30, 2022
“I’ve Got You”
In a world filled with chaos, violence and disrespect, there was a touching moment of honor and dignity at the 94th Academy Awards. Liza...
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- Jan 31, 2022
Money Talks, but Tragedy Fuels a Movement
Recently during a conversation regarding human trafficking, someone made that statement. That statement resonated with me and it truly...
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- Jan 13, 2021
What if it were your daughter?
“Human trafficking doesn’t affect me, why do I need to be aware? We don’t have human trafficking in my neighborhood, that’s only in third...
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- Mar 26, 2019
Be Yourself
I came across this and it got me to do some heavy thinking. For a long time, I struggled with this. I was a young mom and quickly had to...
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- Feb 6, 2019
A Warrior and A Girl
Ever since I stepped onto the blue and red martial arts mats of Carson ATA Black Belt Academy at just 9 years old, I fell in love with...
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- Jan 25, 2019
Courage to Face the Struggle to become Stronger By: Kaeli Abreu
Hi, my name is Kaeli, and I'm 24 yrs. old. I was born and raised in a relatively small town where there is a common misconception that it...
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- Dec 7, 2018
Wrecked By Perfection
I never expected to be a model. Some might think that modeling can be a destructive spotlight to work in. However, years prior to being...
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- Oct 22, 2018
God and the Prostitute: Who’s Your Neighbor?
By: Tara Altay taraaltay.com “Gates up.” Greg’s baritone voice crackles through the walkie talkie. Like a reflex, I click open my silver...
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- Oct 10, 2018
Just a girl with a story God can use
“Have a drink before I kill you, you’re just a bitch”. Not the words that should come from someone who is supposed to love and support...
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- Jul 5, 2018
GUILTY BY ASSOCIATION
My mother always taught me that who I was associated with would have impact on how others perceived me. I decided early on I didn’t want...
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