My name is “Rama”.
I believed my life would always be on the streets, and I would die there. I saw no way out. It was me fending for myself since before I can remember.
One day, unfortunately, I crossed paths with the wrong guy.
An American tourist bought me for sex when I was only ten, selling me to his contacts for years. I didn’t know much about America, but what I saw was men with money and no heart. There was evil in their eyes.
I thought I’d get used to all the abuse over time. I did feel numb, but I never accepted it. I always wished it could one day all end, but it seemed too good to be true.
One day, I met a nice man who saves kids and told me I could leave this life behind. It took me a long time to fully believe him.
He brought me to a nice place, and I stayed awhile. They were great people, but I got scared, so I ran away.
But they never gave up on me.
These caring people would find me and listen. I could see in their eyes that they cared, but it was hard for me to trust. Because they were patient and loving, and never forced me to go with them, I learned in time that I could trust these people. I could feel it.
The safe place is called an aftercare center. O.U.R. connected me with good doctors so I can have the treatments and medication I need to cope with an STD I got from my life on the streets. Many Western men abused me.
I decided to fly to the United States to testify against my trafficker so he could receive the justice he deserves. That gave me a lot of closure so I could restart my life. Today I see my life differently than before.
I see myself as a young man who is worth something more than just a price. Today I have my own apartment, I’m working, and the amazing aftercare team visits me often.
My trafficker once told me I would die in the streets….
He was wrong.
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7 comments
You are brave and so strong. Thank you for sharing your story and being an inspiration to others.
Praise God Rama. I am so proud of you for fighting and doing what you did to stop that person, you are very strong. May you always be blessed.
Rama you are so brave. I’m so proud of you. May your life keep getting better one step at a time. God bless you.
Thank you for sharing your story. It takes a lot of courage. I’m praying God continues to heal you, guide you, and protect you.
Your future holds so many great and wonderful possibilities full of hope and love.
God Bless You! For Your Courageous Battle Against Child Sex Trafficking!
I pray that God will bring you special Grace to Heal your Soul & see your name written in the palm of His hand.
God will deal with child abusers severely!!! Your testimony is touching! Jesus knows your grief because He experienced grief at the Cross for you and me!! Remember, Rama, that He will never leave you nor forsake you!!