When I decided that I was going to use my voice as a survivor of #JeffreyEpstein to spread awareness about the unique risks that young #autistic girls & women like myself face, I realized many of those risks were the same for me as someone who has mosaic #DownSyndrome & that my -
advocacy & education regarding #trafficking beyond being #autistic, but who may also have mDS, or any other type of developmental disorders. I wanted to point this out because October is #DownSyndromeAwarenessMonth & so many are unaware that there are several types of DS. -
Every few days I’m going to post some facts about what life is like having mosaic Down Syndrome & spread awareness about how having mDS (as well as being autistic) made me an easier target for #trafficking. If I’m able to show others signs to look out for, even if it’s just a -
single person, coming forward will have all been worth it. Again, I want to thank everyone who have been SO supportive on this journey, including my attorney, my beautiful family, friends & so many of all of you who continue to write me w/ your stories - I want to especially -
thank those who have given me the courage to go from saying I’m a victim of #JeffreyEpstein to a survivor. While it may seem small & I may not feel so strong each day, I’m thankful for all of you who continue to send me beautiful messages of encouragement & kindness. Thank you.
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