Seven Mothers Finding Strength
Seven Mothers Finding Strength Their homes began to change. Slowly, their daughters started to heal. When seven young girls were
Ruby is a pseudonym used to protect the survivor’s identity. Identifying details have been changed or withheld, and all appropriate safeguarding, privacy, and consent processes have been followed. Any images used to accompany this story are illustrative and do not depict Ruby.
At just 13 years old, Ruby* experienced a devastating betrayal. She was exploited and placed in serious danger by people who should have protected her.
When police uncovered a digital lead, Hagar’s partner in Thailand, LIFT International, stepped in with specialist support. LIFT provided intelligence and digital forensic assistance that helped law enforcement locate Ruby and remove her from harm.
For Ruby, safety was the first step. But true recovery also requires justice that protects a child from further trauma.
Facing the legal process can be frightening for any survivor, especially a child. That is why LIFT’s legal team continues to stand beside Ruby, helping ensure the prosecution process remains child-centred, protective, and focused on her dignity.
Today, Ruby is no longer fighting for survival. She is safe, supported, and reintegrated into education. Surrounded by care, she is beginning to heal and rebuild a future beyond what was done to her.
Ruby’s story shows what becomes possible when specialist justice support and long-term care work together. A child can be protected. A survivor can be heard. A future can begin again.
“Ruby is no longer fighting for survival. She is safe, supported, and beginning to heal.”
Seven Mothers Finding Strength Their homes began to change. Slowly, their daughters started to heal. When seven young girls were
Justice and law enforcement The Innocence Defenders For them, the biggest victory was not financial. It was reclaiming their innocence.
