Elizabeth Stein

Elizabeth Stein (she/her/hers) serves as Survivor Mentor and Child Policy Associate for Project PROTECT at Support Center for Child Advocates in Philadelphia, PA. Liz is a Survivor, writer, educator and advocate and has been featured on various media outlets including CBS Mornings, BBC Breakfast, Netflix, Law & Crime Network and Court TV. Using her expertise and lived experience of Human Trafficking, she provides mentorship services and support to SCCA’s Youth Survivor Advisory Board members and adolescent clients. In her role as Child Policy Associate, Liz fosters relationships with community partners and members of the Philadelphia Juvenile Anti-Trafficking Coalition to provide education and promote understanding of the complex realities surrounding the experience of Human Trafficking, so they can adapt policies and create safe environments that prioritize the well being and unique needs of Survivors. Through ongoing collaboration, these partners become better equipped to provide appropriate support to survivors of Human Trafficking.

In addition to her work at Support Center for Child Advocates, Liz is a member of the Pennsylvania Anti Human Trafficking Awareness Work Group (PAHTAWG), the Steering Committee for the Philadelphia Anti Trafficking Coalition. She is a member of the NCJFCJ Survivor Leader Board, and is a World Without Exploitation WorldWE STAND (Survivor Training, Advocacy, Networking and Development) Fellow.

Liz has previously worked with adult women living with complex trauma, co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders. She uses a trauma-informed and survivor-centered approach to offer support to those currently experiencing trauma related to the experience of Human Trafficking. Through her advocacy and expertise, she aims to shape the conversation on human trafficking, focusing on systemic change and survivor empowerment.