Anti-Trafficking, Christian Supremacy and the Rescue Industry

Human trafficking is a complex issue with layers of deep seated power structures influencing the way we both understand and think about trafficking. Built on self-aggrandizing saviorism and unchecked accountability, the 'Rescue Industry' at its core, is about power — who yields it and who wields it — and thrives on centering the hero who believes their compass of morality is the definition of progress. During Episode 15 of Art of Citizenry Podcast, Manpreet Kaur Kalra is joined by Rachel Faller, the co-creator of zero-waste fashion brand, tonlé. Together, they discuss the problematic work of Nicholas Kristof and deconstruct the ways in which the anti-trafficking industry is a perpetuation of Christian supremacy, rooted in imperialistic and colonial power structures that further the belief in Euro-American superiority. Art of Citizenry is a community supported podcast dedicated to decolonizing storytelling. Please consider supporting by visiting: patreon.com/manpreetkalra For the complete show notes, visit: artofcitizenry.com/episode-15 Trigger Warning // During this episode, we discuss topics related to sexual violence, abuse and rape, racism, and intersectional trauma.