Honoring life is a profound and beautiful expression of recognizing the immense value in every breath we take and every experience we endure. It’s the ultimate acknowledgment of resilience that allows us to triumph over hardships and the grace that carries us through all situations. When we honor life, we embrace not only the victories but also the struggles—the moments of great pleasure and deep heartbreak, the love and the pain—understanding that each encounter shapes the essence of who we are. To honor life is to celebrate the boundless capacity of the human spirit to heal, grow and thrive with the powerful reminder that every life holds a uniquely sacred purpose.

In this riveting episode of *Iona Speaks about Defending Self-Justice*, I am grateful and honored to engage in a transformative conversation with Shamere McKenzie (shamere.mckenzie@gmail.com), an international advocate, consultant, activist and renowned speaker. Shamere’s story as a survivor of human trafficking has captivated the world and her expertise has been featured in numerous publications, including the 2018 documentary, "False Promises." Shamere shares her extraordinary journey of survival, resilience and the unrelenting pursuit of justice, offering insight into the power of honoring the beauty of life as a representative of divine light in the earth. As you listen, prepare to be moved and inspired as the glory of God flows through Shamere’s words, awakening our understanding and appreciation of life through the eyes of a Defender of Self-Justice.