Aytia Tarpley

Survivor Leader/Consultant - Aytiaconsults

Aytia Tarpley is a prominent survivor leader based in South Florida. After years of lobbying and advocating for improvements to the child welfare system, Aytia shifted her focus to combating human trafficking in 2018. With four years of experience as a survivor mentor and group facilitator, Aytia has been instrumental in raising awareness about human trafficking, both locally and internationally, by courageously sharing her personal experiences. Aytia has consulted for and collaborated with numerous organizations, including the Broward Sheriff’s Office (BSO), Broward County Courthouse, Broward County State Attorney’s Office, Children’s Services Council, ChildNet, Urban League, the Broward County Human Trafficking Coalition, Nancy J. Cotterman Center, the Department of Children and Families (DCF), and many more. Her international efforts have included consulting for city and country officials from West Park, Tamarac, Lauderhill, as well as the Republic of Congo, Haiti, Nigeria, Senegal, Gambia, and Algeria. Aytia has also provided guidance to boards, film directors, and production teams for movies, series, and documentaries, including writing and directing Public Service Announcements (PSAs) for the Broward Human Trafficking Coalition (BHTC). In recognition of her impactful work, Aytia received a city proclamation from Lauderhill in 2022 and has been featured in numerous articles throughout Florida. As she continues to expand her reach, Aytia remains committed to educating thousands about the dangers of human trafficking and empowering others through her leadership.

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