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Pathways to Freedom: The Work of REST in Combatting Sex Trafficking

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Seattle Weekly

Another invisible child: Interview with a survivor of familial trafficking

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REAL CHANGE NEWS

Seattle sex workers alarmed by proposal to re-criminalize “prostitution loitering”

the urbanist

Seattle Council Seeks to Ban People Charged with Drug Crimes from Swaths of City

Publicola

Moore Says SOAP Zones Won’t Apply to Sex Workers; Former Chief Diaz Still Making $28,000 a Month

KUOW

An attempt to slow down Aurora Avenue's sex trade

The Stranger

Seattle’s Proposed Prostitution Law Faces Criticism from Advocates, Former City Attorney

FOX 13

‘Is Jon a John' website sees community support, donations to hide license plates

I KNOW A THING PODCAST

S2: E7: Crimes Against Humanity Our Outreach Coordinator, Dominique Allen, and co-founder, Audrey, share their expertise in serving survivors and discuss what is happening in the Greater Seattle area.

KING 5

Sex trafficking federal lawsuit filed against Motel 6, three King County locations. Audrey Baedke, co-founder of REST, provides insight and information about the prevalence of sex trafficking in King County.

KIRO 7

Three Motel 6 locations in King County are facing a federal lawsuit for allegedly allowing sex trafficking on premises. Audrey Baedke, co-founder of REST, highlights the importance of recognizing and reporting signs of trafficking.

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THE SPOKANE SHOW PODCAST

In the episode, Enid Baerga, Employment Specialist, shares her lived experience, demonstrating how she transforms exploitive experiences into strength, creativity, and purpose.

KIRO NEWSRADIO

In a recent interview, REST co-founder Audrey Baedke discussed the allegations against Sean "Diddy" Combs and Cassie Ventura, highlighting the coercion and control tactics used by traffickers.

ALL THE WAY AUTHENTIC PODCAST

Josh Cuellar, Volunteer Coordinator, discusses REST’s mission and initiatives with Kevin P. Henry, emphasizing the role of men in addressing sex trafficking.

White female cop arresting white male outside — Kelsey Turner/InvestigateWest

Investigatewest

Most WA courts aren’t requiring convicted sex buyers to pay mandatory fees intended to address trafficking

Crosscut NOW

Offering help and hope to sex trafficking survivors: Jessica Clayton and Audrey Baedke discuss REST's survivor-centered services.

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Crosscut reports

Podcast | A Seattle hotline supports sex trafficking survivors: June Guzman and Audrey Baedke offer housing and emotional support.

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FOX 13 NEWS

Community group addresses concerns of sex work on Aurora Avenue The meeting featured Audrey Baedke as a speaker.

Investigatewest

Why Some Advocates Oppose Legislation Requiring Police Get Involved In Human Trafficking Cases

kiro newsradio

Audrey Baedke and Nature Carter, Program Manager at YWCA, discuss whether prostitution should be decriminalized.

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VENTURES PODCAST

Audrey Baedke discusses how REST provides tangible pathways to freedom, safety, and hope.

No trespassing sign zip tied to a iron wrought gate — Ellen M. Banner / The Seattle Times

Seattle times

Prostitution is down on Seattle's Aurora Avenue. Will it stay that way?

Woman with shaved head surrounded by trees looking up — Moriah Ratner/InvestigateWest

Investigatewest

Washington is failing to aid child sex-trafficking victims

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KING 5

'All I know is prostitution': Former prostitute shares her experience with KING 5

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KIRO 7

Gets Real, Group offers sex workers safety, security and help leaving the trade

Co-founder Audrey Baedke wearing pink top

fox 13

Experts: Seattle needs more resources to help people leave sex work behind

Co-founder Audrey Baedke in black and white checkered top

List of REST house rules on a wall

King County CSEC Task Force Podcast

Episode Seventeen: With Audrey Baedke of REST

KING 5

Suspected leader of multi-state sex trafficking ring appears in court in Seattle

KING 5

Transitional housing supports sex trafficking survivors in King County

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Two different hands holding two different cell phones that are playing videos — KUOW PHOTO/Jadenne Radoc Cabahug

KING 5

Seattle-based organization helping survivors of sex trafficking is opening a new location

KUOW

Teens are warning each other about sex trafficking on TikTok. Here’s why the videos could do more harm than good

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