Surviving Trafficking and Reclaiming Her Voice: Jennisue Jessen’s Story of Healing and Hope

What does it take to rise from unimaginable pain and turn it into purpose? Jennisue Jessen, founder of Compass 31, joins me to share her extraordinary journey from being trafficked at just four years old to becoming a global advocate for freedom and healing. We talk about the misconceptions around human trafficking, why survivors often don’t identify as victims, and how healing truly begins in relationship.

Her story will shift how you see trauma, resilience, and what it means to be seen.

0:00 - Intro

1:42 - Jennisue’s early experiences & Southeast Asia

5:25 - Misconceptions about trafficking

8:17 - What grooming really looks like

11:02 - Why victims don’t see themselves as victims

16:10 - Healing after escape

20:22 - The reunion with LB (cue tears)

26:00 - How Compass 31 was born

29:40 - What makes Compass 31 unique

34:50 - Joy amidst darkness

37:00 - Community and the power of tribe

41:10 - Real ways we can help

45:00 - Final thoughts and gratitude

📲 Connect with Jennisue on Instagram: @compass_31

🌐 Learn more: www.compass31.org

💖 Connect with me: @iamtiffcarson