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Why Didn’t Someone Do Something?
We often hear stories of survivors that are disturbing and heartbreaking and wonder “why didn’t someone do something!” I’ve heard stories too where the survivor has said “why didn’t you come sooner?” Those questions drive me to be someone who will do something! Xquisite is recognizing that intentional steps for a path forward for survivors of domestic, family and teen violence is vital for survival. We believe that the degree of need is much greater than any of us realize, b
Brenda Sandquist
Oct 13, 20255 min read


No One Truly Wants to Die
It is estimated that there are over 27 million victims of human trafficking in the world today. Statistics state that over 42% of adults...
A Survivor
Sep 4, 20253 min read


Pain Propelled to Purpose
I received a call one night from a young woman who had been violently raped in one of our local brothels. Her value was completely...
Brenda Sandquist
Sep 4, 20254 min read


Navigating Towards My Destiney
The past four years have completely changed my life. If you knew me back then don’t for a second think that you know me now. I have gone...
A Survivor
Aug 13, 20253 min read


She Just Wanted To Go Home
Recently, a young woman who was visibly upset was dropped off in our parking lot by a local brothel limo. She wore a sundress and flip...
Brenda Sandquist
Aug 13, 20253 min read


From Survivor to Global Voice: Dr. Brook Bello on Justice, Innovation, and the Diddy Trial
Dr. Brook Bello—an unstoppable force in the fight against human trafficking, trauma recovery, and justice reform. As a trafficked...
A Survivor
Jul 9, 20251 min read


Human Trafficking is Organized Crime
There are over 27 million victims of human trafficking in the world today. You can sell a drug once. You can sell a person over and over...
Brenda Sandquist
Jul 8, 20253 min read


I Never Asked for It
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)- is a mental health condition triggered by experiencing or witnessing a traumatic event. It can...
A Survivor
Jun 9, 20253 min read


“The More I Heal, The More I Can Remember”
The shocking video of a woman trying to escape terror from her abuser chasing her down the hallway and dragging her by her hair, kicking...
Brenda Sandquist
Jun 5, 20253 min read


The Voice in My Head
It’s said that the body holds on to all the trauma that is endured- even down to your hair. Cortisol levels in hair can show a timeline...
A Survivor
May 7, 20252 min read
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