Toni McKinley

Toni McKinley, after a turbulent childhood, rose up to be a leader in her community, state, and nation. She's provided training and speaking to multiple government agencies and organizations who serve survivors of sex trafficking as well as developed the only program led by survivor leaders for incarcerated trafficked girls. Toni teaches trauma-informed care and responsiveness training nationwide, she consults many organizations, government agencies, and a host of other entities who are looking for guidance on their response to sex trafficking. Toni is also the recipient of the 2017 Unlikely Hero Award and the recipient of The Texas Governor’s Commission For Women Human Trafficking Prevention Award 2018. She has developed therapeutic programs, counseled trafficked youth and adults, testified in court, and is highly sought after as a keynote speaker for fundraisers and conferences. She has lived experience as well as professional experience, is a licensed professional counselor, and gives a unique and well-rounded approach that prepares individuals for what to expect and how to care for youth with complex trauma. Learn more about her at tonimckinley.com.