Laurie Holden has starred in such films as “The Majestic,” “Fantastic Four,” and “Silent Hill.” Now she’s using her fame and voice to speak out against human trafficking. Laurie Holden is featured in our newest Profile for Change:

“I recently went to Cambodia and had the privilege of seeing Somaly in action. Visiting the brothels and spending time with the young women and children in the shelters, I experienced first-hand how devastatingly awful the situation is over there. The global epidemic of human trafficking is particularly grim in Cambodia, as the ’sex with a virgin’ myth has encouraged a horrific culture of prostitution of small children, some as young as 5 years-old. The physical, emotional and psychological damage the victims endure is on par with the worst human torture imaginable. These girls are starved for mothers and are burdened with so much shame. Somaly is a mother to them all, and her ability to give of her heart is unlike anyone I have ever known. To see the power of that love in action touched me to my very core and has impassioned me to join Somaly in her inspiring crusade. These girls are in my heart forever and I am committed to helping them in every way I can.”

Read more about how Laurie feels about human trafficking, Somaly Mam, and more here.