Professional Portfolio
Aytia is a human trafficking specialist and consultant providing survivor-centered training and strategic guidance to law enforcement, social service agencies, and community organizations nationwide. She equips professionals with practical tools to identify trafficking, engage survivors effectively, and strengthen prevention and response efforts through both professional expertise and lived experience.
** My 10-Year Portfolio Is Extensive and Not Fully Reflected Here. **
Keynote Speaker & Panelist
Frontline Response — Pompano Beach, FL | 2024
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Delivered a keynote address and participated in a panel discussion for government officials and nonprofit professionals focused on dispelling common myths and misconceptions related to human trafficking.
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Collaborated with national advocate Cyntoia Brown-Long to provide survivor-informed perspectives and promote trauma-responsive, systems-aware approaches to prevention and response.
Panelist & Trainer
Global Ties Miami — Fort Lauderdale, FL | 2025
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Partnered with Global Ties Miami as a panelist and trainer to support an international exchange convening government officials, nonprofit leaders, and community stakeholders.
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Assisted in facilitating in-depth dialogue between Broward County stakeholders and high-level government delegates from across the African continent on human trafficking prevention, policy considerations, and survivor-informed response strategies.
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Hosted and engaged government and professional delegations representing Algeria, Burkina Faso, the Republic of the Congo, Djibouti, The Gambia, Mozambique, Rwanda, Nigeria, Senegal, and Tunisia, contributing cross-cultural, trauma-responsive expertise to a global policy and practice exchange.
Panelist & Trainer
Broward County Courthouse & Clerk of Courts / FBI — Fort Lauderdale, FL | 2025
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Served as a panelist and trainer for government officials, judges, attorneys, federal law enforcement, and social service professionals.
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Delivered survivor-informed analysis of judicial and governmental process failures that impact accountability in human trafficking cases.
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Identified systemic loopholes within child welfare and group home service structures and discussed implications for case outcomes, survivor safety, and justice system reform.
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Contributed to multidisciplinary dialogue focused on improving institutional response, oversight, and survivor-centered practices.
Trainer
Broward Sheriff’s Office / Boys & Girls Club —
Fort Lauderdale, FL | 2025
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Delivered prevention-focused training to youth and law enforcement officers on online safety and trafficking-related digital risks.
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Educated participants on how traffickers utilize social media, online communication tools, and gaming forums to groom and exploit minors.
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Facilitated discussions on healthy versus unhealthy relationship dynamics, early warning signs, and protective strategies to support youth safety and prevention.
Trainer
Children’s Services Council / Broward Human Trafficking Task Force — Tamarac, FL | 2025
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Delivered comprehensive human trafficking training to service providers, law enforcement, and legal aid professionals.
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Provided instruction on implicit bias, grooming dynamics, survivor identification, and trafficking-related warning signs.
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Addressed forced criminality and the impacts of trafficking on individuals and systems.
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Offered practical, trauma-responsive strategies for engaging survivors, delivering effective services, and supporting prevention through healthy relationship frameworks.
Trainer
International Rescue Committee —
Virtual / International | 2025
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Delivered virtual training for international service providers, law enforcement, and government officials in observance of Human Trafficking Prevention Month.
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Contributed to the launch of the IRC’s Freedom in Action awareness campaign, emphasizing survivor-informed perspectives and actionable anti-trafficking strategies.
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Collaborated with Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office, Human Trafficking Unit officers, and fellow advocates to facilitate interactive discussions and Q&A sessions.
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Highlighted survivor resilience, intervention best practices, and prevention strategies for global and local anti-trafficking initiatives.
Trafficking Consultant
International Rescue Committee —
Miami | 2025
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Designed and implemented a survivor-centered intake process for human trafficking cases.
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Developed systems to maintain consistent engagement, enhance rapport, and ensure continuity of care for survivors.
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Collaborated with IRC staff to integrate trauma-informed practices into organizational protocols, improving overall service delivery and survivor outcomes.
Trainer
National Sheriffs’ Association —
Las Olas, FL | 2025
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Delivered training to sheriffs and government officials on human trafficking and commercial sexual exploitation of children.
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Addressed myths, misconceptions, and long-term impacts of trafficking, emphasizing survivor-informed approaches.
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Provided practical guidance on identification, reporting, referral, and victim-centered response protocols.
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Enhanced participants’ capacity to deliver trauma-informed, legally compliant, and effective interventions.
Keynote Speaker
Broward County Human Trafficking Coalition —
Deerfield Beach, FL | 2022 & 2025
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Delivered keynote presentations to students and parents on digital safety and human trafficking prevention.
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Educated participants on how traffickers exploit online platforms, social media, and gaming forums.
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Provided guidance on recognizing healthy versus unhealthy relationships and safe sharing practices online.
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Emphasized practical strategies for youth and families to prevent exploitation and enhance personal safety.
Keynote Speaker
City of Lauderhill & City of West Park —
Lauderhill & West Park, FL | 2025
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Delivered keynote presentations to community audiences on human trafficking awareness and prevention.
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Addressed common myths and misconceptions surrounding human trafficking.
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Provided survivor-informed guidance to support community recognition, prevention, and engagement.
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Empowered residents to take practical steps toward safety and community protection.
Group Facilitator
Precious Dreams / SOS Children’s Villages Florida —
Fort Lauderdale, FL | 2025
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Delivered keynote presentation for foster youth, foster parents, and group home staff on human trafficking awareness and prevention.
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Educated participants on myths and misconceptions surrounding human trafficking and commercial sexual exploitation.
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Shared lived experience to contextualize grooming tactics, risk factors, and vulnerabilities specific to youth in foster care and group home settings.
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Provided practical strategies for identifying warning signs, responding appropriately, and implementing trauma-informed protective measures.
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Strengthened awareness and prevention capacity among caregivers and youth-serving professionals.
Group Facilitator
PACE Center for Girls —
Fort Lauderdale, FL | 2025
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Facilitated educational group sessions for at-risk female youth, including survivors of human trafficking.
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Delivered trauma-informed discussions on the realities of human trafficking, addressing myths and common misconceptions.
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Shared lived experience to increase awareness of grooming tactics, exploitation dynamics, and risk factors impacting vulnerable youth.
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Fostered a safe, supportive environment encouraging open dialogue, empowerment, and prevention-focused education.
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Equipped participants with tools to recognize warning signs, strengthen personal boundaries, and identify healthy versus unhealthy relationships.
Group Facilitator
Project GOLD — Miami, FL | 2024
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Facilitated educational group sessions for at-risk female youth, including survivors of human trafficking and exploitation.
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Provided foundational education on the realities of human trafficking, dispelling myths and misconceptions.
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Shared lived experience to contextualize grooming tactics, coercion methods, and risk factors affecting vulnerable youth.
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Led trauma-informed discussions designed to promote awareness, resilience, and prevention.
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Equipped participants with practical tools to recognize warning signs, strengthen boundaries, and seek appropriate support services.
Trainer
University of Miami —
Miami, FL | 2025
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Delivered educational training for university students and faculty on human trafficking and the commercial sexual exploitation of children.
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Addressed myths and misconceptions while providing factual, research-informed insight into the realities, long-term impacts, and systemic dynamics of trafficking.
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Increased awareness of grooming tactics, coercion methods, and indicators of exploitation.
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Equipped participants with practical guidance on appropriate response protocols, reporting procedures, and referral pathways to support services.
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Promoted trauma-informed, survivor-centered approaches within academic and professional environments.
Host & Lead Panelist
Aytia Tarpley Consulting / Broward College —
Davie, FL | 2025
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Hosted and led a multidisciplinary panel discussion for judges, attorneys, deans, sheriff’s deputies, and prosecutors focused on human trafficking and the commercial sexual exploitation of children.
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Addressed prevalent myths and misconceptions while providing in-depth education on the realities, systemic impact, and long-term effects of trafficking.
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Facilitated cross-sector dialogue to strengthen coordinated responses among legal, academic, and law enforcement professionals.
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Provided guidance on trauma-informed, survivor-centered practices, including appropriate response, reporting procedures, and referral pathways.
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Elevated awareness of exploitation dynamics to improve accountability, prevention, and service alignment across institutions.
Facilitator & Human Trafficking Consultant
Broward County Human Trafficking Coalition —
Deerfield Beach, FL | 2023
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Created, directed, and facilitated public service announcements for parents, children, and service providers to raise awareness of human trafficking and prevention strategies.
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Developed content for broad dissemination across Broward County, emphasizing survivor-informed messaging and community engagement.
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Supported coalition efforts to strengthen local education, prevention, and resource accessibility through strategic media initiatives.
Featured Guest / Human Trafficking Expert
Channel 6 News w/ Jawan Strader—
Virtual | 2021
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Delivered a keynote address to a broad news audience on the realities and risks of human trafficking.
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Provided survivor-informed education to increase community awareness and understanding of trafficking dynamics.
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Highlighted practical strategies for recognition, prevention, and community response.
Television Interview Guest
Roku TV—
Virtual | 2021
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Delivered a keynote address to a broad news audience on the realities and risks of human trafficking.
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Provided survivor-informed education to increase community awareness and understanding of trafficking dynamics.
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Highlighted practical strategies for recognition, prevention, and community response.
