Melanie Thompson is a survivor of sex trafficking and prostitution from the age of twelve, and is separately a speaker, activist, and leader in the global fight to end prostitution and commercial sexual exploitation.  With over 15 years of advocacy experience, Ms. Thompson is both a national and international expert consultant and speaks avidly to the intersectionality of race, child welfare, juvenile justice, LGBTQ+ rights and other systems of oppression.  As a subject matter expert, she has extensive media experience, and has testified before numerous legislatures and entities, including the United Nations and various Parliaments.  Ms. Thompson sits on several survivor advisory boards, working to implement inclusiveness and create more effective strategies for survivors everywhere.