# Season 2 EP7 - Grace Haven - Hannah Swift, Three Leafs - Ron Stokes

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Podcast: [The Bridge to Kindness Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-bridge-to-kindness-podcast-7477113)
Published: 2026-02-21T18:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

Explore the vital role of community engagement in combating human trafficking and fostering local growth. This episode features insights from Gracehaven's mission to restore lives and Ron Stokes's philosophy on building a legacy through community service.

## Highlights
- Main idea: Community involvement is a powerful tool for both social restoration and personal growth
- Practical takeaway: Small, incremental changes and volunteerism—such as tutoring or mentoring—can provide essential support for at-risk youth
- Failure mode: Misinformation and myths regarding human trafficking can hinder effective prevention and awareness efforts
- Main idea: True community impact is measured by how well we support our most vulnerable members
- Practical takeaway: Finding a person you never want to embarrass can serve as a moral compass for making difficult life decisions

## Topics

Human Trafficking Awareness, Community Engagement, Youth Advocacy, Nonprofit Leadership, Trauma-Informed Care, Philanthropy, Social Impact, Volunteerism

## Chapters
- 1:00 — Gracehaven's Mission: An introduction to Gracehaven's work providing specialized care and restoration for youth aged 11-19 impacted by trafficking.
- 3:00 — Therapeutic Approaches: Details on individualized education, group therapies, and expressive arts used to help survivors reintegrate into society.
- 6:00 — Community Partnerships: How Gracehaven collaborates with local schools, shelters, and community centers to create a network of support.
- 8:00 — Navigating Trauma: Understanding the 'fight, flight, or freeze' responses in youth living in survival mode.
- 13:00 — Ways to Get Involved: Opportunities for listeners to serve as mentors, tutors, or awareness advocates within the community.
- 17:00 — Combating Misinformation: The importance of staying informed about the realities of trafficking to move past media myths.
- 22:00 — The Power of Community: Ron Stokes discusses how local engagement and family values drive business success and personal character.

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