Say what you will about Ashton Kutcher as an actor, but off-screen he has proven himself to be a human being of incredible compassion and inspiring will. Over the last few years, Kutcher has been waging a war against human trafficking, saving the lives of over 6,000 people, if reports are to be believed.
In 2012, Kutcher and his ex-wife Demi Moore co-founded Thorn: Digital Defenders of Children, an organization dedicated to identifying and rescuing child victims of sex trafficking. What began as a dream of empowering those who had no voice has evolved into a force that is making serious inroads against this despicable aspect of society.
Working closely with law enforcement, Thorn has helped identify nearly 6,000 child sex trafficking victims and has rescued 103 children from situations where their abuse was recorded and distributed. But their work doesn’t stop there. This non-profit organization also focuses on creating technology that can be used to defend innocent children from sexual predators. With full-time staff and contractors from over 21 states, Thorn has been responsible for identifying and stopping 6,608 perpetrators.
Ashton Kutcher’s dedication to this cause is unwavering. In a speech to Congress, he urged them to take more action in protecting vulnerable women and children around the world. He emphasized the importance of defending their right to pursue happiness, a right that is often stolen by force, fraud, or coercion.
Despite his noble efforts, Kutcher has faced criticism and abuse from online trolls who tell him to “stick to his day job”. But he has a powerful response for them. He has seen video content of a child being raped, and he has received calls from the Department of Homeland Security, asking for his help to catch abusers. He views his role as the potential last line of defense, and he’s sticking to it.
Ashton Kutcher’s work is truly honorable and worth fighting for. We should all strive to live in a world where individuals cannot be preyed upon and exploited for sick fantasies. If you want to make a difference in Thorn’s fight against sex trafficking, you can donate on their website.
Let us pray that Thorn’s fantastic work continues to save lives and bring perpetrators to justice. Share this article on Facebook if you dream of a world where children are safe from sex trafficking.
