Trafficking in America: Mary McDowell's Story

Mary McDowell is a survivor of human trafficking. This is her story.
The National Human Trafficking Hotline is 1-888-373-7888. Call to connect with anti-trafficking services in your area, to report a tip, for training and assistance, general information, or specific anti-trafficking resources.
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[@martaaltheide5146]

My friend Irma M. was kidnapped leaving work one afternoon. My sister picked me up, we offered her a ride home, she refused bc it was far out of our way. Worst decision. She was driven to Mexico to the red light district. She worked as call girl by being threatened with death. One day an American man, realized she was American and she confided in him, and he never used her, told her to wait for him by the exit door. She did. He rescued her. It was 2 very long years but that man was an angel among us.

[@Candlewick14]

That man was presumably in a brothel happy to sleep with victimised women and helped your friend because she was American. That's not really very great is it

[@patti6937]

Wow a hero/angel saved her.

[@stardust949]

wow! I hope your friend has been able to recover since then. How horrifying.

[@amyalbernaz8687]

What an angel than God for THA man!!!! Sounds like a movie!

[@AlexiHolford]

what was that man doing there? If she had been Mexican, would he have taken advantage of her?

[@somr1972]

I had a "friend", Mary, in high school that tried to divide me from my mother. My mom always didn't like her. I got into a fight with my mom and Mary talked me into running away. We stayed the night at a man's house, Curtis, who was in his 40s. He had male friends, who came to his house and Mary wanted me to go with her so we could "go shopping". I had no clue what was going on and Curtis spoke up and said, "No. She can stay here." After a few minutes, he asked me if I was hungry. He then looked at me and said, "You don't know who she is and she is not your friend. You remind me of my daughter and whatever differences you and your mom have, you need to go home." He made me call my mom, gave me his address, and she came immediately. The more stories like this that came out over the years, I KNOW how lucky I am. It has made me VERY aware of my surroundings and it's hard to trust people.

[@elizabethashleyfinsthwait5131]

❤😢❤❤❤❤❤

[@l.i.l.i.s.e.l.l.s]

Glad Curtis helped you but he was still raping teens that didn’t look like his daughter . Maybe you got him to repent and change his ways .

[@patriot4095]

Wow, you are so lucky. I’m amazed that man didn’t want you to be forced into anything. Was she trying to sell you into slavery? And he wasn’t into that? Glad you are out.

[@LindsAyWithAttitude]

Woah!!

[@Chronicallymanette]

You are one blessed soul

[@investigacaoeleitv]

I am an attorney and a human trafficking victim advocate and I cried listening to you . I am so proud you chose to make difference helping victims of human trafficking. Welcome to my world.

[@TexasPictures]

Thank you for sharing

[@unlistedandtwisted]

How can I help? I'm a CNA. I want to help people like this.

[@eagle-eye29]

The Church of Scientology has been trafficking children for decades. Some of the now adult “second gens” are speaking out about the abuse they endured on their SPTV KZbin channels. Their voices are ignored and dismissed by media, law enforcement and agency advocates and authorities. Their abuse deserves to be recognized and their perpetrators need to be held accountable.

[@fayesarren5042]

God bless you

[@Mamacita-6]

For those who need help, what number do they call or website?

[@katekrieger4646]

Appalled that federal charges didn’t get him without her pressing charges. This is insanity.

[@Lucid-1111]

This is "normal" They do not care about the people as a whole.

[@kellyyork3898]

Well, it’s Texas. So there’s that. But also, human trafficking wasn’t really on the radar of authorities back then. If you had used the term “trafficking” in the late 1990s, I doubt many people would know what you meant. And this young girl kept claiming she just ran away from home on her own, and that “nothing happened.” As she said, she felt embarrassed and ashamed, although it certainly was not her fault. Her parents should have gone after the guy…kidnapping, taking her over state lines, rape, assault, pimping her out, taking her ID, money and clothes, forced labor. And I’m certain he’d done this before many times. If I were her parent, I would never stop until the guy got life without parole, and I would have gone after her “friend” too.

[@mwxyz828]

@@kellyyork3898 ESPECIALLY the friend.

[@pixielove5803]

I think schools need to educate kids about human trafficking and have them watch these videos. These will always remind young ladies what predators are out there to be more aware of their surroundings, watch out whi you hang out with.

[@sharonknapp5015]

Except they are federally funded...... same reason kids aren't taught about money, stocks, survival skills.

[@CATAGUILAR]

Parents need to do this . Teachers already have been given too much of parents responsibilities .

[@kandibabybriscoe399]

I definitely agree 💯

[@SUMMERGIRL4500]

They to focus on what type of gender the children are, they should educate the children I agree with you

[@shelleysedwick]

Why do schools need to do this? This needs to be done at home.

[@virginiadykstra9239]

That hug you needed when you reunited with your parents, but never got…HERE IS DEAR MARY! A hug from a momma and a grandma 😘

[@ankejacobs4649]

You are amazing, they should show this in high school- for girls AND boys.

[@user-kl8lo6rj5i]

They should show this to parents. Her parents suck.

[@cacadog67]

What an intelligent girl. Respect + love.

[@user-cy4vw1qj9m]

I was thinking the same as you.

[@cathywithac3793]

@@user-kl8lo6rj5i 🎯🎯🎯 Once your kid is born, it's not about you any more. Depressed? Too bad! Get out of bed and make sure your kid has breakfast, clean clothes and lunch for school! Not happy in your marriage? Don't cheat on your spouse! Either learn to compromise or get a divorce! Put the needs of your children (and spouse if you're married AND YOU SHOULD BE MARRIED) first. This girl's life would've turned out so much differently if her parents focused less on their own misery than on what would make their little girl thrive. There are so many lessons to take away from this horrific experience. God bless this young lady for making the best of things and serving as a cautionary tale for others.

[@Auntiesheey]

Yessss!!!!

[@jahleelmonet6002]

Parents, please be good parents. Listen to your children, talk to them. Teach them to fight back and give them the confidence to know their value. This is so heartbreaking how people just want to ignore how this precious young lady said, " what's in plain sight" Thank you for sharing your incredible survivor's story.❤❤

[@marisolsilva1562]

At the beginning, Mary said "my trafficking started at home". She said that twice, and to me it doesn't mean it started on her phone or computer, but that her awful experience could happen because of the attention and care she didn't get. The trafficker identified that feeling, that deep human desire for connection, and preyed on it - in fact, he didn't even asked her to do nothing but chat, and for a long time! So the message she gave by the end, to always listen and keep the door open to our children, is so, so, so important! The great artist Jewel said that attention is the most sincere form of devotion. Love is a feeling; attention is the feeling in motion. Don't say "I love my kids": prove it by paying attention to them. That's the best thing we can do to protect them from these monsters. Thank you Mary for your story and for your powerful message.

[@doreencolangelo9318]

❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@flutterbugs]

perfectly said

[@unlistedandtwisted]

Yeah, that line struck me, too. Didn't surprise me, but it's so powerful that she told her story using that line. For people out there that aren't aware of what "street life" is REALLY like, they don't understand that most people end up in positions like hers - or where I once was - because they're not getting what they need and deserve at home. DFCS in MOST states mandate that parents be able to do more than just house, clothe, feed, educate and provide medical care their child. They typically also require parents be able to identify and prioritize the CHILD'S needs ahead of THEIR OWN. To be able to empathize with their child and tend to their EMOTIONAL needs. My parents weren't much different than hers or her friend's. My mom was absent. She was an alcoholic. Every day from the first grade, I came home from school and she was passed out. So, I poured out her vodka, made sure she was breathing, and did whatever I wanted everyday until I moved out. I was SIX and knew the DIFFERENCE between WATER and SKOAL. My dad was always working. I got into drugs at 14. I quit, got a job, was on the honor roll in college, but when I lost my little family due to my drinking, I went to AA and NA meetings to quit. That led me to a bf that introduced me to Heroin. I ended up becoming an IV Heroin addict. It took about 6 years of hell in my twenties - a time your supposed to be "happy" to quit. I did. Then it took another 4 or 5 years to get where I am today. Clean, working a great job again, thinking about finishing my nursing degree. It's not easy. And people don't realize how often it starts so young, at home. Thank you for sharing your story. Thank God you're here, you're alive. You're an amazing survivor.

[@cydppalley2644]

👍❤️👍❤️👍❤️💐

[@Snoodles294]

​@unlistedandtwisted so happy you chose recovery and your life over the heroin. It's so sad that there are usually only 2 outcomes when it comes to addiction. You either recover from it, or you die from it. So glad you recovered

[@StarkJerk]

What a strong, amazing woman. Most of us cannot even imagine experiencing the horrors she has and yet here she is, telling her story, spreading awareness, living her life despite it all. Proud of you, Mary. May you find peace and healing and have a beautiful life from now on.

[@GelPrint-FL]

This isn't just a traffick story but also a guardian angel story. Give this video a like. Many are afraid to listen to trafficking stories. Still give it a like because youtube will not promote it as much, unless we all support her brave story.

[@johnsharman76142]

[@cassbarnhill4253]

I think victims are so brave telling their stories it isn't a nice topic but something people need to hear it's happening all over the world unfortunately

[@yolandagrabowski6043]

🙏

[@jlseagull2.060]

Her mom was a school teacher yet was too depressed to care her daughter. I wonder how she performed as a teacher in school?!

[@angeliquemaez5569]

Right! And did you catch where she said she had hopes and dreams of getting married, having kids, and having a husband to love her the way her dad loved her mom? Like, they loved each other but couldn’t give her love and attention? How sad.

[@sweetsendaedreamr]

She probably performed great. Parents didn't care about their kids during covid.. they more than likely had low bar for teacher performance.

[@donnaturpin5995]

An honest example of how important parents need to be all up in their childrens lives. God bless this young lady!

[@deborahstone9696]

What if your 10year old had been groomed at school, while on the school's computer?? School covers it up..Police don't help!! She now draws major pornagraphic pictures 😢😢😢.. no electronics in my home. I watch her like a hawk.no relationship or friendship for me for 24years.life has been cruel. No accountability 😢😢😢

[@j25lopez]

100%

[@cynthiastephens8201]

​@@deborahstone9696 Home school. Go to school board meeti gs. Speak up. Don't holdback. Save your child. MY SON was sa 7 years beginning ire finding out. Prison killed the adult organiz. Mentor.

[@Hellofa6ird]

HER PARENTS TRIED!!! They found out, intervened, and confiscated her computer access.

[@nichellehowell]

@@Hellofa6ird she needed love......they failed her.

[@pamelapetrocchi7841]

What a wonderful girl. Wow she is a wonderful speaker. She need to be an advocate and be in a higher position. Yes she can help girls but she really needs a position where she can reach many girls at once. She really got to me I felt her pain and I felt her wisdom. Put her where she can do the most good for the masses. Her voice and demure got my attention and I never wanted her to stop talking. She truly touched my heart. God bless her always.

[@dominiquegio4046]

The woman in the Laundromat was an angel... And so are you. Turning this awful situation around and using it to advocate for and help others is incredible. Thank you. You are so strong ❤️

[@MaryYaeger-xz9gj]

So well said! Thank you so much, Mary! ❤God bless you and I honor your tremendous strength, your willingness to work with other victims of trafficking! You have inspired me to reach out, to be more willing to work with law enforcement and to become trained myself in this fight! Children are not for sale, people are not for sale! God has created us to love Him, to receive His love, and to love others! May God continue to bless you, to protect you and everyone who is committed as valiant, heroic soldiers in this darkness and evil! ❤I LOVE YOU! Thank you!

[@THEMENTALBOX]

Thank you, Mary. I am a survivor of childhood sex-trafficking, as well. Your video gives me courage to speak. Thank you.

[@sandramelia3765]

Thank you for not staying silent.

[@GlitterStar-z8o]

I was taken at gunpoint put in the back in semi trailer was told they were going to sell me in the deepest part of Mexico. There was a $20,00 price tag on my head. I escaped .this was 30 + years ago and im still afraid they will come back and find me. Theres a movie called Cage its a true story about this same topic. Its hard to live like this wondering if the next person you meet is a human trafficking 😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😢

[@bernicemakeupartist8257]

Just watching that silvester stallone movie with his daughter being put into the Mexican traffic ring is heart wrenching.. I'm so glad you escaped... x

[@RedArtistx]

I'm so sorry. Your trust is precious and deserves to be rewarded.

[@AntivenomAdams]

@@GlitterStar-z8o I was stalked, & nearly snatched by human traffickers when I was a teenager. That was about 35 years ago, & I still think about it a lot. The thing I will not do, however, is live in fear of these monsters. I thank the Good Lord for giving me a way to escape them, every single time they tried to get me. I’ve made it this far, & so have you. That’s not for nothing. Don’t let anyone take your peace ☮️

[@AntivenomAdams]

@@GlitterStar-z8o I was stalked, & nearly snatched by human traffickers when I was a teenager. That was about 35 years ago, & I still think about it a lot. The thing I will not do, however, is live in fear of these monsters. I thank the Good Lord for giving me a way to escape them, every single time they tried to get me. I’ve made it this far, & so have you. That’s not for nothing. Don’t let anyone take your peace ☮️

[@nilsanarvaez7947]

Thank God for that woman in the laundromat. And thank God you made it out! ❤❤

[@Monica-70]

Her courage is truly amazing!

[@HaveFaith_11]

I’ve been binge watching this channel & once I got to the Trafficking stories my heart & stomach dropped! I kept passing up the videos because I am a rape & dv Survivor 💜. Hi my name is Sara. From 5 to 11 years old I was groomed, raped, tortured, sold, & brainwashed by my uncle. He programmed me to be his little ‘princess’ or ‘kitten’. I learned to disassociate when horrible things were happening to me. I still have chunks of memories missing & get flashbacks. Certain things , smells, or even sounds make me want to go into fight or flight mode. I have CPTSD, anxiety, flashbacks, & OCD. It has taken me along time to somewhat heal. The trauma I endured will always be with me. I can finally say it was NOT my fault, I did not deserve it, I didn’t ask for it, & I love myself. I used to have so much anger & hatred in my heart. I didn’t get any type of justice all because of the people my uncle knew. It was like what happened to me didn’t happen. There was no ‘proof’ even though I remember being recorded 😢. I am glad I decided to watch these videos because these women are absolutely AMAZING, BRAVE, STRONG, & SURVIVORS! Y’all are enough & deserve so much better. Thank you for telling your stories! I promise you it will help so many people. I tell my story to help others & let them know they’re not alone. Sending you so much love & prayers !!

[@ivaloowilson3524]

Thank you for sharing. You are a strong resilient person. I two am a survivor of rape & DV. It took years of therapy to feel free of the shame & hurt I experienced. If it helps one person....God Bless you and Mary💔❤️‍🩹❤️

[@HaveFaith_11]

@@ivaloowilson3524 I Am so GLAD you are still here & got away. You’re not alone! If you ever need someone to talk to I’ll listen.

[@melliecrann-gaoth4789]

Sara Compassion to you ❤️‍🩹

[@shehasjesus4021]

What an amazing brave woman you are! Thank you for sharing your story with us. We Do Recover! GOD BLESS YOU!

[@alix73]

Sara, I am so sorry this happened to you. You are so strong. Thank you for sharing your story. Sending hugs!❤

[@beanybabyrabie]

Thank you Mary. Thank you for being so brave. Thank you for standing up for survivors and current victims suffering in silence.

[@nicolewright5342]

As an RN for 26 years…. I will never forget the female patient who said to me “you don’t know what back page is?” Broke my heart when she explained it to me 😢 God bless your beautiful soul!

[@OzmaOfOzz]

I had no idea what it meant and had trouble looking it up on Google, omg 😢

[@Snoodles294]

​@OzmaOfOzz what is it?

[@Snoodles294]

​@@OzmaOfOzz just looked it up

[@lisajudkins6265]

No Backpage anymore here in Michigan that's how they caught a lot of traffickers and missing people or prostitutes

[@cristencastagno7048]

I’m a survivor in Utah. God bless. One day at a time.

[@queenie3388]

You are saving lives through the knowledge you gathered whilst being abused, tortured, degraded . Thank-you for helping others who are lost . God bless you , Earth Angel.

[@nishanacht]

It’s women like this that need to run for and win political office. Esp here in Texas.

[@TheCursingYogi]

🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎈👍🏼🎈🎈👍🏼👍🏼

[@AnneAndersonFoxiepaws]

Yes absolutely!

[@beverlylargent5580]

Agree 💯

[@oli-v1j]

Florida is congested with human trafficking 😢

[@paddyholly2184]

@@oli-v1j Mad Matt Gaetz was designated as 'Baby Epstein' for the ELITES, BUT his wingman Screwed Up. Florydah & Texass are The Worst! Research Alex Acosta!

[@marymmkelly]

I was almost kidnapped and sex trafficked for a friend of the Clinton's. As in former President Clinton and Senator Hillary Clinton. I was able to escape. I ran out of the building and never looked back. He pretended to be a film director. This was in NYC. He was really a lawyer for politicians. That's why I didn't go to the police. Now I feel ashamed that I didn't do anything then nor have I done anything over the past 24 years to help other young women; to warn them about what was out there if they weren't careful. This woman is very brave to tell her story and do something to stop sex trafficking. God bless her.😇

[@theynot4u]

Please don't feel ashamed. You are probably alive right now because you didn't go to the police. When you are dealing with big names with secrets to keep, the danger is much higher. 🙏

[@Chronicallymanette]

You shouldn’t be ashamed you are one strong person. Be proud of yourself dear for getting out

[@sarahlamb2333]

Is he still alive..if he is he's potentially still abusing

[@AmySarah825]

I’m so sorry 😔 you should speak out now.. but seek counsel first and get something to protect yourself with. He’s probably still doing it to other girls 🥺

[@judgejenny2251]

It is never too late to speak out. I am so sorry.

[@evejay3499]

Reopen your case, for our daughters, and nieces , if you can please Reopen that case out that THING in prison please. Thank you for sharing your story. You are more brave than you think.

[@rebeccagray5143]

I’m a survivor myself. Let me just say, a lot of these traffickers get away with it because there’s not enough evidence and even if there is enough evidence the courts will sit on it because they want larger much grander crimes like drug trafficking and money laundering and organized crimes… it’s so sad the number of women that never see justice because of a corrupt justice system. The sad thing too is that there are some higher up people within the system who are also involved in it. They get a cut or they get their choice of girls if there are multiple women… I can tell you in my case… doctors, officers, fire marshal, and even the ceo of a major corporation was involved. It’s not all cut and dry unfortunately. It can take years to even build a case. In cases with a Romeo Pimp (my situation) they can even place blame on you and slap you with prostitution charges because you “loved” them so you must have been a willing participant.

[@HillbillyYEEHAA]

That's not always possible for the sake if the survivors mental health. I 💯 get where you are coming from but, reporting to the police absolutely broke me. I'm honestly suprised I'm still alive.

[@donnahopper6029]

Mary, you are the STRONGEST woman I've ever witnessed. Your courage is inspiring, beautiful and brave!!

[@courtneylane9576]

As a human trafficking victim who has never spoke up, thank you. The feeling in my chest listening to this was horrible and ill never be able to talk about my experience bc of the shame. You are very strong. ❤

[@marie37881]

You SHOULD tell your story! There is absolutely ZERO shame in being victimized. Your victimizer should be ashamed! I used to feel the same way, but I realized that none of that was my fault because I may be a woman, but I'm still a person and I should be able to make mistakes, stupid decisions and get drunk/pass out and JUST plain ol EXIST out without the imminent threat of violation and/or abuse.

[@lucyjackson9408]

Don’t be afraid to tell your story. The same people that are there for her will be there for you too. Maybe start by just telling your story to a close friend, a psychologist, or even on a social platform where you could speak anonymously to other survivors so you can get the help you need dealing with the trauma. Good luck to you❤

[@NancyCronk]

You are a hero. Thank you for telling your story. It will save lives. Wishing you peace.

[@teriskipper573]

We need the motels around major highways to be monitored and truck stops. It’s not just trafficking there are serial killers.

[@erikagravino1558]

Mary you’re a straight up bada$$ and I think you are one of the best kind of people out there. I’m so happy you survived this horrible ordeal and that you are now empowered and channeling your trauma into helping others. You are a literal angel 🤍 stay safe

[@BelvaG]

This is nicks wife. I just want to say, I'm so sorry no one cared enough about that little girl, but it looks like you are doing a great job of loving her and healing her now. Thank you for sharing your story. If even one child hears it, that needs to- ❤️. Thank you for being a kind human being.

[@JustMe-us1vh]

"kind of like a dad".....such a powerful statement. An intact family unit is so incredibly important or, at least, involved parents. Her story is so heartbreaking!! But look at her strength now!!!

[@amandaadkins1215]

You're my kids age. I'm from La and I wish that I could have met you. I would have fought like a Ford tough Mama bear for you! What a testimony you have and how wonderful that God put here now to help save others! God bless you sweetie. ❤

[@Richard_richsmuth]

@@amandaadkins1215 if you're from Louisiana, id like to say thank you. so many of us over here dont get good mamas, and you being a good one is so amazing. i wish I had one like you, just want one mom hug in my life.

[@Richard_richsmuth]

if you're from Louisiana, I just want to thank you. hardly anyone here I know has good mamas, so thank you so much for being one. If I could have anything in life it'd be to have a good mom hug, so thank you for not making your kids ever think that.

[@Silenceisgolden-o9o]

Mary, I do not know you but I wish I could’ve been there to help you. I do know your heart. I understand your beautiful heart. You are going to be helping hundreds /thousands of young women. God bless you and the most important work ahead of you. Believe me, I will be praying for you🙏🌹✝️

[@iCanbEYOURrUKIA]

God bless this young woman. Thank you for sharing her story! She is resilient and is giving her life to fight for others to be freed from this hell. Very inspiring ❤

[@mmaria9308]

Knowing what to look for in a victim, is crucial, thanks, Mary, for your story and information. You are strong and are definitely making a difference in this awful thruth that is human trafficking. ❤

[@quartereyes41]

This happens in America to our very own. SHAMEFUL, that this is not a national crisis and resources allocated to eradicate the demand. Appreciate this video so politicians can get their crap together and focus on our own issues!!!!

[@k.h.7575]

But a lot of these politicians themselves are users of minors 😢

[@PaulaSanders-tp1wr]

This is so sad, there’s another story in Florida where Madeline Soto just turned 13 and she was murdered and sexually abused by the mothers boyfriend. God help the children!

[@MareMarMarie]

Her mother deserves to be in prison.

[@HollerMa71]

1st- I am so happy that you're alive! As someone who lived in a domestic violence marriage for nearly 10 years, let me tell you what I've learned -- When you face what happened to you, you change from victim to survivor. When you choose to help others, you change from survivor to WARRIOR! Fight on, my darling. Fight on for those who need a champion. 💜 2nd- I live very close to Alexandria. Kudos to APD for taking the tip seriously. Shame on them for not recognizing you as a victim immediately. Hopefully, they've received better training by now!

[@juliejackman2649]

I'm So Happy you were rescued!! And that you found God and realized your true Infinite Worth!! I am in tears..Take Care!! ❤🙏

[@everhappy6312]

Thank you for sharing your story...this is a story of incredible survival. Stay strong ❤

[@user-ui1dm8tc6g]

She mentioned Sachse, Plano....places down the street from me. You never think it's happening in your backyard. Painfully shocking. I pray God keeps her safe and continues to heal her. 🙏❤️

[@prodigylegend4462]

Same here I live near Garland

[@sherrxoxoz]

You are an amazing woman 💗 Never blame yourself when looking back, you were a child and do not need to explain why you did anything. Thank you for sharing your story to help others 🙏💫🫶

[@aprilsmith3683]

Brilliant... Devastating... Admirable... Brutal... Awesome... You are a force for humanity... 🇿🇦

[@cathywithac3793]

My big takeaway from this is for parents to learn to be attentive to the needs of their children. Middle shool and high school years are challenging. Let your kids know that you love them and they matter to you otherwise they may seek attention from the wrong people. I really appreciate Mary's story and I'm glad she emerged from this with a purpose to do something to help others in the same situation. You rock, Mary!

[@myreasonforlife.9511]

Oh Mary we're so proud of u opening up and being brave in every way possible!! Glad u survived such evil. We love u .❤

[@amandacolestock6891]

For so many years I have been beating myself up for my trafficking experience, like how could I end up in a situation like this, your explanation of not getting the love, attention, Nurturing hit me right in the heart and spoke volumes to me. Thank you for sharing that part, that healed a little piece of me today . Thank you sister

[@ajamathis5392]

Thank god that woman did the right thing instead of choosing to ignore the signs

[@santinasantina2177]

👩🏻💭"Yes ,thank (God)". Lower case g does not mean the one true God. Always show respect and honor by capitalizing the G when you mention in writing His name God any name pertaining to the one true God. Examples are Lord,Savior and even using the word Him. Pass it on and God bless you.

[@bobnunyabiznz4917]

@@santinasantina2177 Hush. This is NOT the time or place for your finger pointing, lecture or proselytizing. Your behavior is extremely disrespectful, inappropriate & uncalled for. This is an important video/comment section about human trafficking, NOT your religion.

[@compulsivehonesty]

@@bobnunyabiznz4917 Jesus is the only one that can heal the pain of neglect and sexual abuse

[@kbm506]

Mary, you are a magnificent human being. I wish I could give you a hug right now. You were indeed blessed by an angel, and you too will be one for many. God bless you.

[@roxannececala7532]

This woman is COURAGEOUS!

[@Michellasteo]

This was beautiful. I’m 60 and it scared me. I wish this could be put mandatory in all schoools…. Thank you for many and a angel to all of us 🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰

[@alanda8109]

YES!!! Instead of the grooming we see being taught as "sensitivity training", etc.

[@karenburns9952]

Mary McDowell, you already have helped so many with this video. Please be careful to balance yourself. Take care of yourself. Enjoy your children. Your young, you will go on and help others for a long time. And let’s hope someday the governments will work on this instead of allowing it to happen.

[@marilynnelson3559]

The government? Regan said if the gov says to you, I'm here to help, RUN!!!

[@cristencastagno7048]

They don’t let this happen on purpose I know they are trying this thing is bigger then they can handle.

[@bobnunyabiznz4917]

Stop expecting “the government” to save you/us. You and I need to do our part. It’s up to every one of us to educate ourselves, recognize the signs, speak up and volunteer in our communities to collectively address this issue. There’s so much work to be done.

[@Missjanet48]

My children are now adults and I thank God they were safe as children and teenagers, but what you say about staying interested in the lives of our children is so true. As a woman, I am proud of you and as a mother I am also proud of you. This video has no glamour and fame, but if you save only one girl who is trapped and watch it, it’s another miracle. I wish you the best on your long road to recovery and I thank you again on behalf of the girls who have no voice right now. God bless you!

[@bayoubabe6698]

You are an amazing woman with such beauty and grace. I’m so glad you were rescued 🙏. I admire your courage to stand up and help others ♥️. I am 64 and when I was 48 when I was drugged, kidnapped and raped by at least 2 men. It changed my entire life completely. I’ve been in therapy since I was 49. I often tell myself ‘it could have been worse, they could have killed me’. I’m grateful I was drugged because I only have nano-memories of what they did. Blessings & Peace to you♥️🙏♥️

[@marywilliams6107]

I'm so sorry. I'm 50, I cannot imagine. My heart goes out to you.

[@santinasantina2177]

👩🏻💭" I do get upset when I hear this". I do know that the only person that could take away all the hurt from all of it is Jesus Himself. He is God and has the power to do so. Your perpetrators are in serious trouble. In a place where horrific horrors happen non-stop and forever will happen to them. If they are sorry for what they did they still have to pay but not forever. If they are not sorry they will have to pay forever. May Christ the Lord Jesus H e a l you of all your pains and sufferings and replace it with happiness. God bless you.

[@Bigbootiejudiee]

This just goes to show that we as women are never safe. At any age. I used to think that only young women were vulnerable to this. But it can happen to us at any age. That's what's terrifying. I'm so sorry you had to go through that.😢 I hope you are okay and have love and support from family and friends.❤I'm so happy you survived and got out of that situation safe hun.

[@tahinaschwegler8112]

🥺 sending you love and healing

[@ThriveCollective1188]

I’m so sorry you went through this. Your story will save others. Much love and respect for you Mary McDowell 🙏🏻💙

[@Amanda-pj7yi]

My councler talked me out of going to court for rape. She said it was his word against mine, and more than likely, I wouldn't be able to prove it and just traumatize myself... well, he ended up messing with his daughter 😢 It is important to separate what happened to you and the shame and embarrassment it causes! It wasn't our choice, so we shouldn't carry the shame either. Also, hold those accountable. You are worth it, and so is the next victim! Stay strong and grow through what you go through!

[@sweetsendaedreamr]

No statutes of limitations on child rape and murder. You can still press charges.

[@rashputin1]

Many woman also predators Know a few girls raped by aunts as kids

[@Carouselpics]

Oh sis that was an excellent heartfelt presentation and I pray every day for all victims. I'm a trucker and vigilant to keep my eyes and ears open! God bless you always!

[@karlaplascencia7998]

So much honesty in this video. I hope she never goes back to a bad situation. I know that she has very low self esteem. I cannot believe parents yelled at her. She could have died. That man is still free. Please look out for human traffickers. We are all able to help.

[@LeeAnimal454]

Girl you are so strong and how you explained your story was deep and made my heart bleed. The world needs more people like you to help others get through their experiences. Your a guiding light and gives strength to individuals that need it. I'm sure nobody's experience is even remotely close to what you went through. Big hugs 🫂

[@SuzanneDeniseB]

Sending love Mary ❤ And anyone that has ever been abused.

[@rebekahthomas8006]

When she started to talk to the people who are currently being trafficked I could just see and feel her sincerity and love for these people in need of help. What an amazing survivor! Thank you for sharing your story. It’s going to help someone.

[@jacquicm2010]

Brave young lady, thank you for helping others. So glad you have a faith in God. 🙏

[@apey252]

This was very helpful. I usually keep my head down, and mind my own business when I’m out n’ about, but this just made me realize, I need to be more nosey. I used to be irritated by nosey people, or accused of being nosey (maybe a thing I picked up as a kid), but I will always be more aware now….these days especially with all the extra people in this country…so many girls trafficked just trying to get to the US or forced here maybe…I wonder how many victims I missed now….what did they see as I minded my own business, ignoring them :(

[@GeraldineDevlin-y8u]

You’re a lovely lady ! So pleased you are able to use your most horrific experience to help yourself and others. Such horrific happenings in this world. Bless you !

[@storminite2041]

Mary, my heart goes out to you so much. You are a brave woman who endured pure hell, and you sit before us telling the horror but yet look for others to help. You are a phenomenal woman, and I cried my eyes out listening. I wish you the best life has to offer. Much love and prayers to you always, ❤Stormi

[@sonjajefferson23]

Thank you for ur testimony. Peace and love.

[@kerryford4698]

She is so brave . I hope she gets all the support she deserves

[@Lauren-gs7bn]

The one thing I will say is at 16 I was naive but I would have never thought about doing that at that age. It really shows that good parental role models are important.

[@mstimpson03301]

You are a very brave lady to talk openly about this. Congratulations on helping others who have gone thru Trafficking. God will bless you for sure & help you get healing. Jesus loves you and is always listening to your prayers.

[@hadassahvered2851]

Powerful testimony! Thank you for sharing your story and bless you for being a resource for those that feel they have no voice.

[@TrueCrimeCondensed4All]

These help line numbers need to be in every bathroom stall too. And in tax offices too. Lots of women come to the office alone (without anyone else in their group) to report their taxes. This info needs to be EVERYWHERE!

[@TheCursingYogi]

Thank you Mary. You are beautiful 😇 Still after it all, you shared to save so many unaware children. Dont stop sharing 🎈

[@RichardFeldman-wd2dz]

First of all, I am so so sorry you went through these things! I am so glad that lady spoke up to help you! Thank you for the work you do to help others. I am so glad you have the Lord to show you your worth in Him! God bless you sweet girl!

[@iara_pimenta]

This is powerful. God bless you. Nothing that happens to us is out of a purpose.

[@tommybgunn185]

Hallelujah praise God that you got saved and now you’re an advocate we need people like you and bless you

[@redemptionisnear8553]

Thank you for your courage to stand in the gap for those vulnerable to human trafficking. Beauty for ashes. Oil of joy for mourning, a garment of praise. Love and hugs, dear Mary❤️✝️

[@tammykaiser7358]

Amen

[@IJ2244]

THANK YOU MA'AM. I TOO AM STILL TRYING TO SURVIVE HUMANTRAFFICKING. YOUR STORY IS SOMEONES SURVIVAL GUIDE..... KEEP GOING

[@jomomma1512]

This made me cry like a baby! I am so sorry this happened to you. I love you and am sending prayers and hugs to you.

[@Holly-ro3yq]

You are an extraordinary woman. Being able to survive a real life nightmare & now able to share it to help others. ❤️🙏❤️

[@VictoriaConner-cr9rg]

My prayers are with victims and survivors of Human Trafficking.Amen.

[@74the_magpie]

I’m so glad chat rooms are gone. God bless you and I pray children and teens learn from this experience. When we feel neglected, communicate this, parents need to know how you feel. Sometimes, it takes courage, communicate. Love and respect for each other.

[@allstars897]

chat rooms aren’t gone they still everywhere Omegle and all others web even more then ever actually with social media these days predators have more access so everyone please watch your kids protect them

[@mealswithmandi6566]

Chat rooms are still around unfortunately

[@dorinazahariaminoiu5808]

You are intelligent sensitive and empathetic you are coherent and a strong person! Go ahead my lovely friend!!!!

[@leesoules1]

I'm so proud of you for surviving and becoming so strong! Sending you the biggest Mommy hug I can!

[@glenyshorne5513]

"A lot of us get prostitution charges" WTF? There but for the grace of God go I. When will the evil in this world end 😢 Thank you for all you are doing. You are a bright star in this very dark world. ❤

[@kaat776]

Im a cop & that was the archaic “old school” bullsh*t mentality that happened before I got on the job in 2000. It was awful. The sex workers were punished humiliated & fined yet the johns & pimps walked around free. If nothing else, Im glad that mentality (i cant speak for all cops, but i can say that in 24yrs the newer gen z & millenials are so much better knowing these girls/women are VICTIMS) no longer thinks this way. I was a sex crimes investigator, so my job was to help women like Mary. I am so impressed with her strength, how she adapted to help others. Mary RULES!!! ❤

[@citrinemoon62]

Thank you for sharing your story. Thank you for being an advocate for those who have been trafficked. You are one brave, strong, awesome woman. I watched your vid as if you were talking to me. I wanted to wrap you up in a warm hug. You are amazing

[@cultytalk]

You are so brave and I am so glad you are here with us today. You are a survivor and your story is so important! Listening to your story was so hard 🥺 ❤ 🫂

[@jenfoster934]

Your courage and strength is overwhelming and I’m crying as I write this. My daughter is everything to me and I’m telling you 100% I would’ve given u that hog that u so badly needed. You are a survivor and destined for for greatness ❤️

[@smallhouseinthemeadow6131]

I am a survivor too. My heart goes out to this brave young lady.Thank you for sharing your story. For me the worst was the paralysis of doing anything to save myself.You go numb and on automatic pilot. It's a survival mechanism.

[@Andrea-j6e6v]

I too and understand what goes on with one's life after the damaging affects .

[@maryjane-rx4sq]

I'm proud of you Mary. You are courageous and willing to use your story to help others. May God bless you.

[@care4animals114]

Been praying for someone like you to expose all this and for children to be rescued. You covered so much❤ thankyou darling

[@andersonbarnett4245]

So well said. I got out 25 yrs ago and it's still so hard to explain to someone who hasn't experienced this world. I have a difficult time finding the words to really convey what it was like to my husband. I'm going to show him your video. You told your story so bravely and clearly. Thank you

[@MH-hw4uh]

Good for you. Grateful, you were saved and now giving back, to help others. Bravo 🎉

[@h4lfbaked_726]

Never comply. Always fight. Never NEVER comply. You are an awesome sweet soul and I am so very sorry this happened to you but it’s like you are a guardian and a protector now. I just learned so much from you. Thank you✌️🫶❤️

[@nativechique7589]

It seems like one may have to comply until its safe enough to escape

[@HOOKED313]

You're not a victim anymore. YOU ARE A SURVIVOR! I am as well. My story was different but I saw the biggest part of the trade. Dead or alive human trafficking.

[@dvoraaronson8417]

Thank you for changing your path and now paying it forward and being the voice for the voiceless in this generation. “When You Are Not Feed Love On A Silver Spoon You Learn To Lick It Off The Blades Of Knives.” You just needed the love & attention of your parents and you never got it 💔

[@jenevalynn1510]

This hits very close to home for me..and I'm so sorry she had to go through this. I was also 16 years old when I met an older guy online. He convinced me to meet him at a Cheesecake factory and said we could have dinner. I chose to do that over going to my prom that night. My parents had no idea. He ended up convincing me to let him drive me back to my school where prom was still going on, but instead he ended up taking me to Mexico. With no money, he told me I needed to help us survive and do my part. I thought I was in love, so I obliged. I met women there who showed me how to please a man l, and after my first night doing those horrible things...I tried to find a restaurant with a phone and I called my parents. They told me due to laws the police couldn't come and get me across the border. They had to get papers to sign off. The police also advised my parents not to come get me themselves, as it could be dangerous and instigate the guy further, making it a hostage situation. I stayed in someone's backyard in a trailer, not for free. The worst possible payment just to have a roof over my head. He slept with me in that trailer, and the third night I told him I couldn't do it anymore. To just please let me call my mom and dad. He said okay, but we had to wait until tomorrow to go and use a public phone. As I did not have one.. I woke up in the middle of the night with a pocket knife lodged in the wood above the bed. I could have died that night, and had no idea who put it there. We heard gunshots at night, it was later told to me that it was war between policia and cartel. They would drive by in jeeps shooting at each other...it was the most horrifying sound I could ever imagine. When the police finally came to get me, they surrounded the trailer and were screaming "get out of there or we'll shoot!" And I remember thinking...don't they know I'm in here? So I screamed as loud as I could, and the door to the trailer busted open. They were so scary. Everything was so scary, that I tried to crawl out of the window of the trailer while they were putting him on the ground. An officer came over and hugged me from behind. He didn't say anything else other than "it's okay now" and I just cried. I cried so hard, so much, for the entire ride in their car back to this border station where other police were waiting with food and drinks in a white room for me. My parents were waiting for me in the front office of their station, they weren't allowed to see me at first. And I remember when I first saw them...none of us knew how to act. We hugged but it was..just really awkward. Not the comfort you would expect, but the shock of it all just probably hit us entirely at that moment. I think they were afraid to lose me again after that, and sent me to a girl's home in Utah called Cedar Breaks Academy. The abuse there continued..just in a different way. All girls who had been through something horrible, forced to be told they are the problem. Orange jumpsuits and picking weeds as a punishment for small things, but if you broke a big rule like stealing a cigarette from a therapist they would wrap your sleeves of your orange jump suit, tie it behind your back so you couldn't move, and keep you in the "calm room" for 3-7 hours. I still remember a girl who tried to run, tripped on the barbed wire they had hiding in the grass surrounding the girls home, which was just a renovated old hotel. Her legs...they were torn to shreds and I remember them just saying "should we call her mom?" I'm fairly sure this is all unnecessary information, but it kind of feels good to let it out, like she is in this video right now. You gain a certain confidence from hearing others speak of their horrific experience..because you know you're not alone in yours. So thank you for this video, and thank you for speaking out. Making others aware of these issues is a big step in making the world a better place. I hope anyone who has gone through this has happiness in their life now, and has had an opportunity to heal. ❤

[@TexasPictures]

Thank you for sharing.

[@alisonmercer5946]

Those schools kids get sent to are just more torture and human trafficking . Wtf is wrong with people

[@alisonmercer5946]

Those schools kids get sent to are just more torture and human trafficking . Wtf is wrong with people

[@freezing5]

A big hug from me ❤️. Your golden words to parents to keep "door open" and be their children's safe place.

[@lililopez29]

I've heard many stories about ppl being trafficked, but the way she talks about her situation make my soul hurt. Its like i could imagine every scenario as if i was their, as if I was her. It made me cry!!! Wow powerful speech and brave women