Jejomar* was trafficked to Northern Ireland from the Phillipines to work in the fishing industry.
He came to the UK to earn enough money to be able to support his wife and children.
When Jejomar arrived in Northern Ireland and boarded the boat things were not as had been promised. His ID documents were removed from him and he was forced to work for up to 20 hours per day. He was given very little food to eat and was forced to work even when he was sick. During his time of exploitation, Jejomar did not earn any money and lived in constant fear.
When Jejomar came to Flourish he was in unstable, unsuitable housing, his trafficking case was ongoing and he was experiencing PTSD as a result of his exploitation.
Over the last few years Flourish has provided intensive support to Jejomar – here are some examples: secured stable housing, provided emotional support and mental health referrals along with support through all legal and court processes.
Jejomar would regularly engage with Flourish activities to meet new people, to relieve stress and to build confidence.
Jejomar recently said “ I can never forget the support Flourish has given to me. You have been there for me through everything”
*name changed to protect identity
He came to the UK to earn enough money to be able to support his wife and children.
When Jejomar arrived in Northern Ireland and boarded the boat things were not as had been promised. His ID documents were removed from him and he was forced to work for up to 20 hours per day. He was given very little food to eat and was forced to work even when he was sick. During his time of exploitation, Jejomar did not earn any money and lived in constant fear.
When Jejomar came to Flourish he was in unstable, unsuitable housing, his trafficking case was ongoing and he was experiencing PTSD as a result of his exploitation.
Over the last few years Flourish has provided intensive support to Jejomar – here are some examples: secured stable housing, provided emotional support and mental health referrals along with support through all legal and court processes.
Jejomar would regularly engage with Flourish activities to meet new people, to relieve stress and to build confidence.
Jejomar recently said “ I can never forget the support Flourish has given to me. You have been there for me through everything”
*name changed to protect identity
Aisha* was trafficked to Northern Ireland from Albania and was forced to work in the sex industry.
Her family were back home in Albania and for a long time Aisha was controlled, sold and exploited for the purposes of sexual exploitation in Northern Ireland. She was tricked and deceived and afraid for both herself and her family.
For the last few years Flourish has provided intensive support to Aisha to empower her to rebuild her life. From providing safe housing accommodation, liaising with police and support through court processes, counselling, help to secure employment, general wellbeing support and many aspects of family life.
Aisha’s main goal has always been to lead a normal life.
Aisha wants other people to know about how difficult the journey to recovery is and it takes a long time.
Aisha often says “I don’t know where I would be today without the support of Flourish”
*name changed to protect identity
Her family were back home in Albania and for a long time Aisha was controlled, sold and exploited for the purposes of sexual exploitation in Northern Ireland. She was tricked and deceived and afraid for both herself and her family.
For the last few years Flourish has provided intensive support to Aisha to empower her to rebuild her life. From providing safe housing accommodation, liaising with police and support through court processes, counselling, help to secure employment, general wellbeing support and many aspects of family life.
Aisha’s main goal has always been to lead a normal life.
Aisha wants other people to know about how difficult the journey to recovery is and it takes a long time.
Aisha often says “I don’t know where I would be today without the support of Flourish”
*name changed to protect identity