Volunteer

Volunteering to combat human trafficking is an important way to support efforts to combat this global problem. There are many different organizations that work to prevent human trafficking, support victims, and raise awareness about the issue. Depending on your skills and interests, there are a variety of volunteer opportunities available to support these organizations.

Here are a few examples of ways to volunteer in the fight against human trafficking:

  • Support a local anti-trafficking organization: Many cities and communities have organizations that work to prevent human trafficking and support victims. Consider reaching out to these organizations to find out how you can volunteer your time and skills.
  • Become a mentor or tutor: Victims of human trafficking may need support and guidance as they rebuild their lives. Consider volunteering as a mentor or tutor for survivors to help them develop new skills and achieve their goals.
  • Raise awareness: Many organizations need volunteers to help raise awareness about human trafficking and the impact it has on communities. Consider organizing an event, speaking to groups, or using social media to share information about the issue.
  • Advocate for policy change: Volunteers can also play a critical role in advocating for policy changes that support the prevention of human trafficking and the support of victims. Consider reaching out to elected officials or joining a local advocacy group to make your voice heard.

Volunteering to combat human trafficking can be a rewarding and meaningful way to make a difference in the lives of vulnerable individuals and communities.

 

 

The Value of Collaboration in Addressing Commercial Sexual Exploitation, from Prevention and Awareness to Supporting Healing and Everything in Between
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The Value of Collaboration in Addressing Commercial Sexual Exploitation, from Prevention and Awareness to Supporting Healing and Everything in Between

From the Office of the Texas Governor | Greg Abbott | Child Sex Trafficking – Archived Webinars Presented on January 24, 2023 Lubbock organizations One Voice Home, Open Door, and Voice of Hope as they discuss how they have partnered to elevate awareness about Human Trafficking in the area and through this partnership are providing…

RWJBarnabas using $500K federal grant to fight human trafficking – NJBIZ
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RWJBarnabas using $500K federal grant to fight human trafficking – NJBIZ

January is National Human Trafficking Prevention Month, and RWJBarnabas Health used the designation to kick off a program funded by a $500,000 federal grant aimed at combating the practice.  The funding – announced in October 2022 by the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services’ Administration for Children and Families’ Office on Trafficking in Persons –…

Stirling Professional CBD Partners with Chiro Heroes in the Fight Against Human Trafficking
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Stirling Professional CBD Partners with Chiro Heroes in the Fight Against Human Trafficking

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Child Trafficking Victim Could Be Sentenced to 20 Years
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Child Trafficking Victim Could Be Sentenced to 20 Years

Click a link below to jump to a particular article or scroll down to read the whole blog post. Court Hearing for Child Sex Trafficking Victim Pieper Lewis Rescheduled for March 23rd. Could be Sentenced to Serve up to 20 Years in Iowa Prison Des Moines sex trafficking victim Pieper Lewis, who got a deferred…

Tech Doc: The health issues of human trafficking
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Tech Doc: The health issues of human trafficking

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Preble Street awarded $2.5M grant to increase fight against human trafficking | Mainebiz.biz
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Preble Street awarded $2.5M grant to increase fight against human trafficking | Mainebiz.biz

Preble Street will be increasing services, outreach and solutions to help fight human trafficking, thanks to a three-year, $2.5 million grant awarded in coordination with the Immigrant Legal Advocacy Project and Pine Tree Legal Assistance. The funding, from the Howard G. Buffett Foundation, will help provide training to law enforcement agencies, service providers and communities to better understand human trafficking, U.S. protections, and…

Frontline Response gives human trafficking survivors a way out and a new start
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Frontline Response gives human trafficking survivors a way out and a new start

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Celebrating Black Colleagues Who Are Shaping the Work of Love146
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Celebrating Black Colleagues Who Are Shaping the Work of Love146

Happy Black History Month! We want to celebrate just a few of the many Black colleagues and partners who are shaping our history as an organization and fighting to address disparities in their work ending child trafficking and helping support children in their vulnerabilities. Also – if you’d like to explore resources around diversity and…

‘There is such a massive need’: New group in Nashville using pilots to fight human trafficking
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‘There is such a massive need’: New group in Nashville using pilots to fight human trafficking

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Sex Trafficking Bust In Frisco, Texas: Football Coach, Youth Pastor Arrested – Local Profile
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Sex Trafficking Bust In Frisco, Texas: Football Coach, Youth Pastor Arrested – Local Profile

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