Survivor

Being a human trafficking survivor means that a person has been subjected to human trafficking and has managed to escape or be rescued from their traffickers. Human trafficking is a crime that involves the exploitation of individuals for labor, sexual exploitation, or other purposes.

Survivors of human trafficking have often experienced extreme physical, psychological, and emotional abuse. They may have been forced to work long hours in dangerous or exploitative conditions, or they may have been subjected to sexual violence and coercion.

The trauma and experiences of human trafficking can have long-term effects on survivors. They may suffer from post-traumatic stress disorder, depression, anxiety, and other mental health issues. They may also face challenges related to their physical health, legal status, and social integration.

Recovering from human trafficking can be a long and difficult process. Survivors may need access to specialized services, such as mental health care, legal assistance, and social support, in order to heal and rebuild their lives.

Overall, being a human trafficking survivor means surviving a devastating and violent crime, and it involves overcoming many challenges and obstacles on the road to recovery and healing.

Local bank donates to help raise awareness around human trafficking
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Local bank donates to help raise awareness around human trafficking

  The Union Bank Company supports She Has A Name Thanks to the continued generosity of The Union Bank Co. we can educate more kids about how to avoid exploitation that leads to human trafficking”— Courtney Schmackers, Executive Director of She Has A Name COLUMBUS, OH, UNITED STATES, August 31, 2023/EINPresswire.com/ — Each month, The Union Bank Company…

Research Urges More Sex Trafficking Training in Healthcare
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Research Urges More Sex Trafficking Training in Healthcare

Victims’ agency and needs, independent of their desire to exit trafficking, should be the focus of healthcare services for individuals who have been sexually exploited, concludes a new study by researchers with McGill University’s Ingram School of Nursing (ISoN). “Unfortunately, we found a lack of awareness on the part of healthcare professionals and the inability…

Union Square Cafe partners with top NYC restaurants for a new fall fest
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Union Square Cafe partners with top NYC restaurants for a new fall fest

The folks behind Union Square Cafe are going all in on philanthropy this fall—literally. For its upcoming “All In” fall festival, Danny Meyer’s flagship restaurant will be partnering with teams from local restaurants on Sunday, September 10, to benefit three great charities: Drive Change, a paid fellowship for formerly incarcerated youth that focuses on culinary training and professional development.; Emma’s…

Tarrant County 5 Stones August 2023 Meeting
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Tarrant County 5 Stones August 2023 Meeting

Here is our recorded meeting link and chat notes for our August 2023 TC 5 Stones meeting! Our 5 Stones meeting this August consisted of some law enforcement updates and a presentation by Sonya Brooks, Unbound Now Director of Youth Prevention, as she discussed implementation of the HTYPE prevention education grant at FWISD. Link to the recorded meeting: https://youtu.be/Q-w6I3RxUgQ Presentation:…

Human trafficking victims speak at Richmond summit: ‘We cannot fight this single-handedly’
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Human trafficking victims speak at Richmond summit: ‘We cannot fight this single-handedly’

RICHMOND, Va. — For Shamere McKenzie, “human trafficking” is more than just a phrase — it is a lived experience. “When I hear human trafficking that phrase, to me, is synonymous to slavery. When we understand the definition of human trafficking, in its entirety, in my opinion, it is slavery,” said McKenzie. “Human trafficking is…

Survivors of Human Trafficking Receive Life-Changing Equine Therapy Through $30,000 Grant from The Human-Animal Alliance
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Survivors of Human Trafficking Receive Life-Changing Equine Therapy Through $30,000 Grant from The Human-Animal Alliance

The Human-Animal Alliance awarded grants to Inspiration Ranch and Ranch Hands Rescue, providing free animal-assisted therapy to survivors of human trafficking. Connecting with animals can be truly life-changing, and we at H-AA are honored to bring that experience to human trafficking survivors in Texas.”— Jackie Ducci, Founder, The Human-Animal Alliance WELLINGTON, FLORIDA, UNITED STATES, August…

Freedom Aviation Network partners with Homeland Security to combat human trafficking — General Aviation News
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Freedom Aviation Network partners with Homeland Security to combat human trafficking — General Aviation News

The Blue Lightning Initiative is a joint effort led by DHS, DOT, and U.S. Customs and Border Protection to combat human trafficking. It provides ongoing training to help aviation personnel recognize and respond to potential human trafficking victims. Freedom Aviation Network uses volunteer general aviation pilots to provide transportation to survivors of human trafficking and…

Anti-Human Trafficking Demonstration held in Downtown Wilmington
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Anti-Human Trafficking Demonstration held in Downtown Wilmington

Human trafficking activists on the steps of the New Hanover County Courthouse on Aug. 27, 2023. (Amelia McNeese) On Aug. 27, a group of demonstrators participated in a visual performance to address human trafficking in the port city. The demonstration took place on the steps of the courthouse, and its purpose was to bring awareness…

Virginia Attorney General Miyares hosts human trafficking ‘Call to Action’ summit
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Virginia Attorney General Miyares hosts human trafficking ‘Call to Action’ summit

RICHMOND, Va. — Holly Smith was 14 years old, when a man she met at a shopping mall in New Jersey, convinced her to run away from home with promises of fame and fortune. Smith said the man eventually forced her into prostitution. While law enforcement was able to track Smith down in two days,…

Bipartisan Legislative Task Force Takes On Artificial Intelligence
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Bipartisan Legislative Task Force Takes On Artificial Intelligence

Wisconsin State Capitol. Photo by Mariiana Tzotcheva. Assembly Speaker Robin Vos (R-Rochester) announced on Thursday the creation of four bipartisan task forces including one dedicated to artificial intelligence. The announcement follows Gov. Tony Evers’ Wednesday announcement that he was creating a task force on artificial intelligence (AI) and the state’s workforce. The task forces, which…