Ariane Kunze
Multimedia journalist and creative based in Portland, Oregon
“Growing up like, I really don’t remember most of it. I really don’t remember anything since I was like 12 or younger. My mind blocked it out because my body doesn’t want to remember it.” — Mariah, survivor
Mending Cinderella
Mending Cinderella is a short documentary about the issue of sex trafficking in Oregon. Focusing specifially on the story of a young Portland woman, the documentary addresses why long-term housing and aftercare are crucial components to ending the national issue.
In recent years, Portland, Oregon has become known across the nation and in the media as a hub for sex trafficking. Currently in Oregon, there is no long-term home where a sex trafficking survivor over 18 can stay and receive restorative care and rehabilitation, specific to her needs. When an adult survivor leaves the streets and doesn’t have a safe place to live or can’t receive the physical, psychological and emotional care she needs, she will more than likely return to the streets and to her trafficker. This cycle lowers her chances of survival and only perpetuates the issue.
To watch the full documentary and to learn more about the story visit: mendingcinderella.com