The Shocking Truth About Child Abuse & Trafficking in America | Kristi House's Amanda Altman
The Shocking Truth About Child Abuse & Trafficking in America | Kristi House's Amanda Altman  
Podcast: Common Denominator with Moshe Popack
Published On: Wed Jul 16 2025
Description: Are our children truly safe?In this episode, I sit down with Amanda Altman, CEO of Kristi House in Miami-Dade County, to talk about the alarming rise in child abuse and human trafficking—and what we can do to stop it.Amanda pulls back the curtain on the harsh realities of child sexual abuse, human trafficking, and the $150 billion industry targeting vulnerable children. She shares staggering statistics—like how 1 in 4 girls and 1 in 6 boys will be sexually assaulted before they turn 18—and explains why prevention education, community involvement, and parental awareness are more critical than ever, especially with the rise of online exploitation.Kristi House provides comprehensive, long-term support for survivors through trauma therapy, advocacy, and healing-centered care, while confronting the shortcomings of the current legal and law enforcement systems.Learn more about Kristi House: https://kristihouse.org/ 🎙 Common Denominator PodcastWebsite: https://moshepopack.com/podcast/YouTube: @mpopackInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/mpopackFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/MoshePopackNewsletter: https://moshepopack.com/newsletter/TAKEAWAYS:-Florida ranks third in the U.S. for human trafficking incidents.-Prevention education is critical to combat child abuse and trafficking.-Recidivism among trafficking victims is a significant challenge.-Parents must actively engage in conversations about safety with their children.TIMESTAMPS:00:00 Understanding the Scope of Child Abuse and Trafficking02:46 Kristi House: A Beacon of Hope05:55 The Human Trafficking Crisis08:45 Challenges in Law Enforcement and Legal Framework11:46 The Role of Education and Prevention14:47 The Impact of Technology on Child Safety17:47 Community Involvement and Support20:46 Personal Stories of Hope and Recovery23:43 The Future of Child Protection and Advocacy