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Sophia was forced into prostitution and used as a sex slave. This is her story. Thanks to @RuhamaAgency @IrelandAPT for her story (name changed to protect anonymity). #EUAntiTraffickingDay.

“I was forced into prostitution and used as a sex slave, People precious to me were constantly used as a weapon to threaten me over and over again, to break me down so I wouldn’t be able to escape from the web."

"I was deceived & tricked into this, false promises were made to me, it was too late when I realized that everything, I was told were lies."

"The only plan I had in my mind which was part of the promises was achieving a good career that will enable me to give my children a secured future. My plan all along was different from the one they had in mind, but my vulnerability sold me out."

"To every victim of human trafficking, do not lose hope, I know people will try to break you, condemn you, intimidate you, make you feel less of yourself, some people will make their opinions in a sarcastic way, they will ask you sensitive questions that are emotionally draining"