Fundraising

Fundraising refers to the process of soliciting and collecting donations from individuals, organizations, and other sources to support a particular cause or organization. In the context of human trafficking, fundraising can be an important tool for organizations working to combat trafficking and support survivors. Fundraising efforts may include events, campaigns, and appeals aimed at raising awareness about trafficking and encouraging people to donate to organizations working to combat this crime.

 

Northwestern Cheerleader Sex Trafficking Suit Survives Motion To Dismiss
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Northwestern Cheerleader Sex Trafficking Suit Survives Motion To Dismiss

EVANSTON, IL — A former Northwestern University cheerleader who says she suffered sexual assaults and sexual harassment at the hands of wealthy donors to the athletic department can continue her lawsuit against the university and several current and former school officials. Harden Richardson, 24, joined the cheerleading team in 2018 after transferring to Northwestern as…

New alliance (Alliance to Fight Human Trafficking in SWLA) formed to combat human trafficking – American Press
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New alliance (Alliance to Fight Human Trafficking in SWLA) formed to combat human trafficking – American Press

Published 11:45 am Thursday, September 21, 2023  Southwest Louisiana is a target for human traffickers due to its location on the I-10 corridor between Houston and New Orleans. To combat human trafficking in the area, local, state and federal partners have collaborated to create the Alliance to Fight Human Trafficking in SWLA. This was announced…

Anti-Sex Trafficking Hero a Guest Speaker at Tampa Fundraising Event
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Anti-Sex Trafficking Hero a Guest Speaker at Tampa Fundraising Event

Sarasota, Florida, Sept. 19, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Florida is the #3 state for sex trafficking, and coupled with the timing of this past summer’s release of the blockbuster action drama film, Sound of Freedom that outperformed big-budget features like Mission: Impossible at the domestic box offices, what better time to honor the inspiration behind the…

Former freelancer for Exitus calls CEO ‘con artist’
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Former freelancer for Exitus calls CEO ‘con artist’

Editor’s note: we have colleagues that work with Exitus and this is heartbreaking. We are reporting the news; not taking sides. You need to know what is happening in the news. SALT LAKE CITY — A former freelancer for an anti-human trafficking organization whose founder is now in jail on fraud charges, is calling Exitus…

The Exodus Road Launches 30-Day Challenge Inviting the Public to Join an Anti-Trafficking, Social Media Movement
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The Exodus Road Launches 30-Day Challenge Inviting the Public to Join an Anti-Trafficking, Social Media Movement

The Exodus Road launches Freedom Summit, a 30-day challenge to raise awareness and funds for the fight against human trafficking. For July, people from around the world will run personal fundraisers to promote awareness and action in the fight against human trafficking. We have a saying here, ‘Justice is in the hands of the ordinary;’…

Testimony by Tara Lee Rodas for The House Judiciary Subcommittee on Immigration Integrity, Security, and Enforcement
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Testimony by Tara Lee Rodas for The House Judiciary Subcommittee on Immigration Integrity, Security, and Enforcement

Editor’s note: We are non-partisan. Children are being hurt. Please, watch, read, learn, and act accordingly. Hearing Date: Wednesday 04/26/2023 – 3:00 PM Hearing Location: 2141 Rayburn House Office Building The hearing, “The Biden Border Crisis: Exploitation of Unaccompanied Alien Children,” will examine the unprecedented surge of unaccompanied alien children at the southwest border and…

Outcome of May 31st Pieper Lewis Hearing – Network Against Human Trafficking and Slavery
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Outcome of May 31st Pieper Lewis Hearing – Network Against Human Trafficking and Slavery

Outcome of May 31st Pieper Lewis Hearing Please tap the following link for a May 31st Des Moines Register article: “Pieper Lewis Gets 20-Year Sentence, But Then is Placed on Probation Again.” written by Philip Jones who has been covering the case since the June 1st, 2020 arrest of trafficking victim, Pieper Lewis. The NAHT…

Sex trafficking survivor uses storefront to teach, raise local awareness – The Baylor Lariat
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Sex trafficking survivor uses storefront to teach, raise local awareness – The Baylor Lariat

The Black Daisy Boutique hosted “Shop With a Cause” to raise money and awareness for human trafficking. Grace Everett | Photographer By Raylee Foster | Staff Writer Sex trafficking survivor Sthefanie Welch took her experience and transformed it into motivation to create a support system for others going through recovery and to help raise awareness….

Conservative campaign rewriting child labor laws | The Gazette
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Conservative campaign rewriting child labor laws | The Gazette

Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds passes out pens Thursday after signing a property tax cut bill at the Statehouse in Des Moines. She told reporters she would soon sign a bill that eases restrictions on employing children. (AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall) When Iowa lawmakers last week gave final approval to roll back certain child labor protections, they…