Teen narrowly escapes, helps launch program

Brianna was only 17 years old when she was targeted by traffickers while working as a waitress at a Southwest Washington restaurant. With the help of a concerned friend, local law enforcement and Congresswoman Linda Smith, Brianna was rescued only minutes before being taken to Phoenix, allegedly to be sold to traffickers. To help rescue other teens, Shared Hope International, a Vancouver-based anti-trafficking non-profit, teamed up with Brianna and Lacy, two Washington teens who were recruited by traffickers, to share their story. In the 20-minute documentary entitled “Chosen,” Brianna and Lac...