There are millions of voices that are silenced

From trafficking, slavery, and exploitation.

Not just overseas, in third world countries,

But right here in our very own nation.

 

There are millions of tears that spill to the earth

Of those forced to perform against their will.

Sexually misused, abused, and degraded.

Broken, defeated, and left mentally ill.

 

There are millions of smiles that will never be seen

Dreams crushed right from the start.

Cries that are muffled behind closed doors.

As families are brutally torn apart.

 

There are millions of children whose childhoods have been ruined.

They’ll never know the unbridled joy of peace.

They’ll only know agony and suffering

Constantly praying for their pain to cease.

 

Together our voices can make a difference

It takes just one spark to start a fire.

To shed light on the horrendous truths

One story is enough to inspire.