Jordheim - Made in the USA : the sex trafficking of Americas children

During the days of slavery, abolitionists like Theodore Weld subpoenaed the conscience of the nation by having former slaves tell the horrific raw stories of their treatment. In like manner, Alisa Jordheim is shaking the status quo with the stories told by those formerly trafficked through sex slavery in this book. If you dont think human trafficking is happening where you live, think again! If youre concerned about this book disturbing your peace, remember, those bound in sex slavery have no peace. The truth makes us free, and may this book free us from denial and release us into action.

Will Ford
Hilkiah Ministries

Ms. Jordheims book is timely, emotional and grounded in research and personal experience. Through her words, the public sees how the pimps spot and then prey on our vulnerable children. But she doesnt leave us there, she draws attention to the preventive and restorative services that are necessary for children who are victims of commercial sexual exploitation.

Dr. Janice Shaw Crouse
International End Demand Advisory Board,
Winner of U.S. State Department Abolitionist Award
and leader of Concerned Women for Americas anti-trafficking work

Made in the USA is a compelling, heartbreaking, and breathtaking account of the lives that have been detrimentally affected by the travesty of trafficking. The factual connection of pornography being tied to trafficking is accurately portrayed in Alisas real-life accounts. Until pornography is addressed widely in creating the demand for trafficking, a dent will never be made in tackling trafficking. I highly recommend that everyone read these tragic victims stories, that are happening in our own neighborhoods. This is a worldwide problem now, in which everyone can help. Alisas book captures exactly the reason why we do what we do.

Tiffany Leeper
Founder of Girls Against Porn & Human Trafficking and
Chief Liberation Officer at The Gentlemens Posse

Sex trafficking is a horrific crime that is increasing in our nation and globally. It is a topic that is difficult to read about and to discuss. But the reality is, all must gain understanding of this grievous issue in order that solutions can be discovered and the victims of this industry set free. In Made in the USA, Alisa Jordheim does an exceptional job of captivating the reader into the truths of the dark world of trafficking. While it is not easy to hear these stories, I encourage each of you reading this book to pass this message on to your family, friends, coworkers, and church family. Thank you, Alisa, for sounding a clarion call, for standing for freedom for these victims, and contending for justice.

Rebecca Greenwood
President, Christian Harvest International
Author of Let Our Children Go

First of all, let me say well done! This book will go far to serve as a warning to women and families across the United States. It is an incredible and detailed depiction of the horror thousands of young girls face daily across our country. I know this is a time of awakening for our country, and you have honored the victims depicted in this book. Their stories will save many.

Rolando Lopez
Founder and CEO, Orphan Secure

MADE IN THE USA

The Sex Trafficking of Americas Children

The Sex Trafficking of Americas Children

ALISA JORDHEIM

JUSTICE SOCIETY

Made in the USA: The Sex Trafficking of Americas Children
by Alisa Jordheim

Published by HigherLife Publishing and Marketing
400 Fontana Circle Building 1, Suite 105
Oviedo, Florida 32765
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www.ahigherlife.com

This book or parts thereof may not be reproduced in any form, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form by any meanselectronic, mechanical, photocopy, recording, or otherwisewithout prior written permission of the publisher, except as provided by United States of America copyright law.

Copyright 2014 by Alisa Jordheim
All rights reserved

ISBN: 978-1-939183-40-8

Cover Design: Diane Vivian

First Edition
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Printed in the United States of America

This book is dedicated to my dear friend, H.S. You are the most

powerful, engaged, and authentic advocate with whom I have had the

privilege to work. Your heart for these precious children is unparalleled,

and it is a joy to watch you serve out of the purest motivation

love. Thank you, my friend. You are an inspiration to many!

ALTHOUGH ALL INCIDENTS DESCRIBED in this book are true, some of the stories have been dramatized to convey the tragedy of child sex trafficking. Certain names, and in some instances other identifying characteristics, have been changed to protect victims privacy and safety.

To maintain authenticity, all quotes have been left in the slang with which they were spoken.

Some material contained in the book is for mature audiences.

FIRST AND FOREMOST, I want to thank Deidra, Kate, Rich, Samantha, and Tiana. I am humbled to have walked with you, talked with you, and shared in your journeys. Your stories are the very heartbeat of this book. May your lives be richer for having been a part of this book. I know mine is.

To K.D., Lindsey, Luke, Philipa, and Stephanie, the five most gifted, young writing talents with whom I have had the privilege to work. You are amazing writers, and I have learned much from having worked with you. I especially want to thank you for the unique gifts each of you brought to the project:

K.D.Your commitment to truth and attention to detail.

LindseyYour heart for the survivors and your team.

LukeYour beautiful, artistic writing style and your willingness to put it aside (a little) to write a linear story.

PhilipaYour love of the craft and your willingness to jump in and help the other writers with your expertise.

StephanieYour passion for becoming the very best writer you can be.

To Melissa and Lindsey, the most committed editors on the planet. After long hours of editing each story four to five times, you never gave in and never settled for a good storyyou wanted the best. I am forever grateful for your friendship and partnership. The writers and I would likely agree that you are the reason these stories are great.

A big thanks to David, Laura, and the amazing team at HigherLife Publishing and Marketing. Your professionalism and care have developed this book (and me) to be the best ever. I consider you more than business partnersyou are friends!

To my dear friends who carried this project deep in their hearts: Katie, Annette, Beverly, Lonnie, and Wendy. You kept me on task in heart and soul. Thank you for your love, friendship, and commitment to see this project through.

To Mom and Dad, you always said I could do anything. I believed you. Thank you for your love and support and for always being there.

To Errol, my precious son, you were my best and worst critic, and I loved it. Having you read the chapters, encourage me, and challenge me was a highlight of writing this book. I will remember your help and tell stories about it to your kids someday. You make my heart smile.

To Allan, my husband and partner in all things. You encouraged me to keep going when the nights got long, comforted me during those few crying jags, and strengthened me when the subject matter became too heavy to bear. Thank you. You are my rock, and I love you.