The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), through the Office of the Assistant Secretary for Health (OASH) Office on Women’s Health (OWH) is seeking innovative ways to address human trafficking prevention among women and girls in the United States through the HHS Innovation Challenge to Prevent Human Trafficking. Register Now OWH will be…
Wednesday, November 15, 2023 at 2:00 PM at the Florida Sheriffs Association, 2617 Mahan Drive, Tallahassee, FL 32308.
https://youtu.be/wnFKTN5QaL8 During this program, expert presenters will demystify the barriers and clarify misunderstandings surrounding relief and assistance for adult and child foreign-born survivors of human trafficking, specifically around immigration relief options. We will dissect case examples that agencies, advocates, and many other community members may encounter. Presenters will also offer solutions to better equip everyone…
January 1 – 31, 2024 Place: Virtual Tallahassee, FL US 32301 Description: The International Rescue Committee's 2nd Annual Race for Prevention virtual race runs the entire month of January to support National Human Trafficking Prevention month. This race can be as little or as many miles as you would like to track -- hopefully as…
Do you work with foreign national youth? Join OTIP for its monthly webinar on resources available to assist foreign national minors in the United States who have experienced human trafficking, including Interim Assistance and Eligibility Letters that provide access to benefits and services. Participants will receive an overview of the Request for Assistance process and…
Many people think human trafficking only happens in big cities; but the truth is, it’s happening everywhere, and businesses are the eyes and ears of the community. Business plays a vital role in identifying trafficking acts or victims. Moreover, a business assumes safety, financial, legal, and public image risks if human trafficking is ignored. That…
The Dept. of Homeland Security’s Center for Countering Human Trafficking is hosting its biannual Continued Presence (CP) Public Webinar on Tuesday, January 16, 2024. These sessions are for NGOs, civil and immigration attorneys, victim advocates, and other service providers working to counter human trafficking. All are encouraged to attend to learn more about CP, the protections it…
https://youtu.be/3McGH2GxNiU During this training, we will discuss how people with disabilities are often targeted for sex and labor trafficking and exploited for financial gain. You will learn more about red flags of trafficking and next steps to take if you believe that someone you know may be trafficked or is being groomed for trafficking or exploitation.…
Many people think human trafficking only happens in big cities; but the truth is, it’s happening everywhere, and businesses are the eyes and ears of the community. Everyone can play a role, especially communities of faith, in identifying trafficking acts or victims. This training will detail how you can respond if you suspect sex or…
Talking Circle Series: Improving Access to Services for Two-Spirit and Native LGBTQIA+ Victims of Human Trafficking Two-Spirit and Native LGBTQIA+ individuals are some of the most vulnerable populations to human trafficking. While there is no defining characteristic of a human trafficking victim, traffickers often target victims’ vulnerabilities such as a lack of social support networks…
Midway Unity Fellowship Hosted by Pastor Douglas Harris of Midway Unity Fellowship Church Human Trafficking is in Gadsden County and YOU can make a difference. Refreshments will be provided!
Human trafficking survivors need your support now more than ever. A referral agency of the National Human Trafficking Hotline, STAC provides support to survivors of sex and labor trafficking and teaches people how to recognize, report and prevent trafficking. At Imagine Freedom 2024, guests can look forward to a gratitude-filled reception where we will honor…
