Angela Marie is a survivor of human trafficking who now leads programs supporting vulnerable women in Tucson. As an artist and community advocate, she uses storytelling, art, and direct service to raise awareness and create safer pathways for those facing exploitation, homelessness, or recovery.

Norma Darnell is the Director of Southern Arizona Against Slavery and the owner of Free Ever After Bridal. She is a Certified Family Wrap Around Coach. Norma’s career in social work began as a peer support specialist and evolved into supervisory roles across multiple departments. She was instrumental in developing an award-winning housing recovery model recognized as the best in its category. As a survivor of sexual exploitation, she brings a passionate commitment to ending sexual exploitation and trafficking and empowering future leaders to join her cause.

Scenes from our July 25 meeting.