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"Ignoring it will not make it go away."

In this powerful episode of Followed by Mercy, Austin Gardner sits down with Stephen Underwood of the Black Flag Innocence Foundation to discuss the dark reality of child sex trafficking happening right in our own communities.

This isn't just a global issue; it’s a "backyard" issue. Stephen shares the tactical and heart-wrenching work his team of veterans and former law enforcement officers do to investigate, rescue, and provide after-action resources for victims.

In this episode, we discuss:

• The Tactical Front: How "decoys" and veterans work with law enforcement to catch predators before they reach your doorstep.
• The Legislative Wall: Why our political system often fails to prosecute and how Black Flag is lobbying for change.
• A Father’s Wake-Up Call: Stephen shares a personal story about finding explicit content sent to his own 13-year-old son and why no family is "immune."
• The "Sound of Freedom" Reality: Why the fight against trafficking is a lifelong marathon, not just a movie plot.
• The Gospel in Action: Why real restoration for victims and justice for the world only happens through the radical grace of Jesus Christ.

About Black Flag Innocence Foundation:
BFI is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to fighting the battle many are unwilling to fight. Led by special operators and veterans, they provide a voice for the voiceless through rescue and education.

Support the Mission:
Everything is 100% tax-deductible. Help provide the equipment and training needed to keep these "Guardians of the Innocent" on the front lines.

Connect with Austin:
🔗 Website: https://waustingardner.com
🔗 Mentorship: Alignment Ministries
🔗 Listen to more: Followed by Mercy Podcast

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