Kamloops

Former Kamloops sex trade worker shares her story

Today is red umbrella day - a day to end violence against sex workers. Daybreak talked to a local woman about her life working the streets and the attack that almost killed her.

Red Umbrella Day is a global event to end violence against sex workers.

Red Umbrella Day is a global event to end violence against sex workers. (Facebook)

Today is Red Umbrella day. It's a global event meant to end violence against sex workers. Kira Haug is with ASK Wellness in Kamloops. Sam worked the streets for many years until an attack by a client nearly killed her. Both joined us in studio.

To hear the audio, click the link: Former Kamloops sex trade worker shares her story