Throughout Human Trafficking Awareness month in January, you likely saw social media posts, news articles, billboards, and more that highlighted the reality of this crime, both here in the U.S. and abroad. This information may have been new to you, or you may have heard about it before, but you are now asking yourself, “How do I become involved in …
FAQ: What is My Role in This Effort? (Not Just Hypothetically)
If you’ve been in the anti-trafficking movement for even a short time, you’ve probably seen this question before: What can one person actually do to make a difference in the fight against human trafficking? Hundreds of amazing organizations serving in the field have thousands of answers to this question. (If you’re new to the issue of human trafficking, start with our Human Trafficking 101 series to get caught up.) But honestly? A …
3 Things You Can’t Travel Without This Summer
School is out and summer is here! It’s time for backyard barbecues, lounging by the pool, and enjoying the late sunsets. For many, summer is synonymous with vacations. Whether you’re the type to take long road trips to camp at national parks or the type to fly to big cities abroad, there are some things that you should never forget …
Knowledge is Power
Learning IS doing something. As the saying goes, “Knowledge is power!” In order to prevent human trafficking from ever happening in the first place, we must be aware that it exists. We must also continually learn about the many changing facets and causes of this evil crime. But perhaps, most important after learning about the issue, is understanding what is already …
Role: Community Members
How communities can prevent and end human trafficking How communities can prevent and end human trafficking As a member of your community, you can make a difference in your area. Gain insights, tools, and ideas on how to practically engage.Featured Resource:Watch this virtual round table to hear from leaders across the United States who have invested their lives in the …
Role: Business Leaders
How businesses can prevent and end human trafficking How businesses can prevent and end human trafficking As a company or business professional, you are needed in this fight in the communities where you live, work, and serve.Gain insights, tools, and ideas on how to practically engage.Featured Resource:Get trained, certified, and supported as a Business for Good Champion. And create an …
Role: Faith-Based and Churches
How your faith-based and church communities can prevent and end human trafficking How your faith-based and church communities can prevent and end human traffickingAs a church or faith-based ministry, you can make a difference in your community and beyond. Gain insights, tools, and ideas on how to practically engage.Featured Resource:The Engage Together® Church Teaching Series is an 8-week video-led series …
Role: Educators and School Personnel
How education community can prevent and end human trafficking How the education community can prevent and end human trafficking As an educator, student, or school personnel, you can make a difference in your local campus and community.Gain insights, tools, and ideas on how to practically engage.Featured Resource:Hear from one of the nation’s leading educators working to address this issue and …
Resource Roundup
As school lets out and children are at home more, accessing phones, internet, and games, it is critical to know how to keep them safe. With the number of CyberTipline reports increasing 35% from 2020 to 2021, kids and youth of all ages are at-risk. This month, we have rounded up key resources for kids, teens, parents, and caregivers …
Internet Safety | The Unknown Dangers
In 2019, the CyberTipline received over 16.9 million reports of online exploitation of children. It’s hard to comprehend these figures. Yet with new games, apps, and websites readily available in a single click, many youth face dangers downloading, uploading, sharing, and connecting on the Internet. These apps and games may appear harmless on the surface, but do you know the …