Pro Dignity, No Doubt

Escaping Slavery: Sara Im's Journey from Cambodia to Freedom - Pro Dignity, No Doubt Podcast, Episode 13

Nicole Smith Season 1 Episode 13

Welcome to another episode of 'Pro Dignity, No Doubt,' the podcast that explores stories of resilience and human dignity. Today, we're honored to share the incredible journey of Sara Im, a survivor of the Cambodian communist invasion.

Sara's life was on an upward trajectory, studying engineering in Cambodia's capital city, when her world was turned upside down. The invasion led to her displacement and subsequent enslavement in a work camp for four grueling years. On the brink of death multiple times, Sara's resilience and courage led her to escape into the jungle, a pivotal moment in her life.

In this episode, Sara recounts her experience in the work camp, her daring escape, and her time in a UN refugee camp. She shares the trials and tribulations she faced on her path to freedom and how she eventually found herself in the United States, fighting tirelessly for her family's freedom.

Join us as we delve into Sara's inspiring story, a testament to the human spirit's unyielding resilience and the inherent dignity of all individuals. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in human rights, survival stories, and the fight for dignity.

Keywords: Sara Im, Cambodia, communist invasion, work camp, escape, UN refugee camp, United States, freedom, family, human rights, survival stories, fight for dignity.

Get to know Sara and her work:

Her website and her book "How I Survived the Killing Fields".
Sara's Social Media: Facebook, Instagram, YouTube

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