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SUMMARY:Imagine Freedom Events: It Takes a Village (3rd Friday BBCAHT program)
DESCRIPTION:It Takes a Village: Ending Human Trafficking in Our Community \nThis free certificate webinar one of the “Third Friday” community training events hosted by BBCAHT and STAC to inform and engage the North Florida community and beyond. We are happy to extend this invitation to friends and colleagues –  please join us! \nNo one agency\, profession\, system\, or single community can do all that is needed to end human trafficking – everyone has a role. And\, because sex and labor trafficking are so hidden and more common than people understand\, it is imperative that we all act. This program will feature a wide-ranging discussion of how to build\, fortify\, and sustain a community that opposes human trafficking\, consistently builds and sustains systems that support adult and minor human trafficking survivors\, and actively collaborates to prevent sex and labor trafficking. \nPresenters: Justin Barfield\, Development Director\, CCYS; Sheriff Walt McNeil\, Leon County Sheriff’s Office; Graciela Marquina\, MSW\, STAC Community Services Advocate; David Oliver\, Deputy Dir. Florida\, International Rescue Committee; Heidi Otway\, Pres. of SalterMitchell PR and former Chair Greater Tallahassee Chamber of Commerce; Nick Quinton\, Ph.D.\, Trinity United Methodist Church.  \nSponsors: STAC in affiliation with Big Bend Coalition Against Human Trafficking and the  International Rescue Committee.  \nContact for questions: STAC at stac@surviveandthriveadvocacy.org or 850-597-2080  \nAUDIO will be provided through your computer. \nAttendance will be limited to the first 1\,000 people who join this event. Please join early.\nClick here to register with us for this meeting or copy and paste this link into your browser: https://tinyurl.com/3drhmdcm \nIf you have technical questions or concerns\, please contact Center Support staff at\n             centersupport@usf.edu  \n  \n\n  \nSTAC needs your support to sustain these important webinars. Will you donate today? Each gift helps to bring this vital information to the many people who are empowering survivors and preventing human trafficking. The only way we can maintain these programs and this work is with YOUR help.\nSuggested donation: $20
URL:https://surviveandthriveadvocacy.org/events/imagine-freedom-events-it-takes-a-village-3rd-friday-bbcaht-program/
CATEGORIES:Imagine Freedom 2021,Training and Awareness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211014T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211014T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T165811
CREATED:20210913T185047Z
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SUMMARY:Imagine Freedom Events: ¿Qué es Trata de Personas
DESCRIPTION:14 de octubre\, 6:30 – 7:30 pm. \n¿Qué es Trata de Personas? Lo que usted necesita saber. \nPresentadoras: Vania Aguilar\, M.S.\, Program Manager\, Center for the Advancement of Human Rights\, Florida State University; Graciela Marquina\, MSW\, Victim Assistance Director\, Survive and Thrive Advocacy Center (STAC); y Margeling Santiago\, Victims’ Rights Attorney\, Legal Services of North Florida (LSNF).\n\n\nDescripción: Esta presentación se llevará a cabo en español y cubrirá información de cómo identificar la trata de personas tanto en la trata laboral como sexual.  También se hablará sobre los derechos y protección bajo la ley\, recursos\, apoyo y ayuda con tramites de inmigración. Las presentadoras darán suficiente tiempo para preguntas al final de la presentación.\n\n————————————————————\nOctober 14\, 6:30 – 7:30pm (In Spanish)\n\nHuman Trafficking: What You Need to Know\n\n Register Today\nPresenters: Vania Aguilar\, M.S.\, Program Manager\, Center for the Advancement of Human Rights\, Florida State University and Graciela Marquina\, MSW\, Victim Assistance Director\, Survive and Thrive Advocacy Center (STAC)\, Margeling Santiago\, Victims’ Rights Attorney\, (LSNF).Description: This program will be conducted in Spanish and will include information about how to recognize sex and labor trafficking\, information about the rights and remedies under the law\, resources and support\, and immigration relief. Speakers will provide ample time to take questions.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSTAC needs your support to sustain these important webinars. Will you donate today? Each gift helps to bring this vital information to the many people who are empowering survivors and preventing human trafficking. The only way we can maintain these programs and this work is with YOUR help.\nSuggested donation: $20
URL:https://surviveandthriveadvocacy.org/events/imagine-freedom-events-que-es-trata-de-personas/
CATEGORIES:Imagine Freedom 2021,Training and Awareness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211014T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211014T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T165811
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SUMMARY:Imagine Freedom Events: Myths and Realities in the Big Bend
DESCRIPTION:Human Trafficking: Myths and Realities in the Big Bend \n \nLearn more\, know more\, do better. \nOctober 14th\, 10:00-11:30 am EST via Zoom \nPresenters: Courtney Atkins\, Executive Director\, Whole Child Leon\, Robin Hassler Thompson\, Executive Director\, Survive and Thrive Advocacy Center\, Cecka Rose Green\, Regional Executive Director – Big Bend Region\, Children’s Home Society of FL\, Taylor Biro\, Founding Board Member\, Capital Tea. \nDescription: There are many myths and misconceptions surrounding human trafficking. In order to stop human trafficking\, it is important to know the facts\, be able recognize the signs of trafficking\, and be confident that your actions will make a difference. This multi-media program will help non-profit service providers\, businesses\, healthcare professionals\, faith communities\, counselors\, and others understand human trafficking and know how to respond safely and effectively. Attendees will leave with a solid foundation of knowledge so they can access resources and local programs that support trafficking survivors. \n  \n\n  \nSTAC needs your support to sustain these important webinars. Will you donate today? Each gift helps to bring this vital information to the many people who are empowering survivors and preventing human trafficking. The only way we can maintain these programs and this work is with YOUR help.\nSuggested donation: $20
URL:https://surviveandthriveadvocacy.org/events/imagine-freedom-events-myths-and-realities-in-the-big-bend/
CATEGORIES:Imagine Freedom 2021,Training and Awareness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211013T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211013T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T165811
CREATED:20210913T182755Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240913T193746Z
UID:6927-1634117400-1634124600@surviveandthriveadvocacy.org
SUMMARY:Imagine Freedom Events: Healthcare and Human Trafficking FREE WEBINAR
DESCRIPTION:Imagine Freedom: Empower Trafficking Survivors One Gift at a Time \nPresenters: Suzanne Harrison\, MD\, FAAFP\, FAMWA FSU College of Medicine Director of Clinical Programs and Professor of Family Medicine and Rural Health; Graciela Marquina\, MSW STAC Victim Assistance Director; Jasmeka McCord\, MD Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital PGY-1 Resident; Robin Hassler Thompson\, JD\, MA STAC Executive Director. \nDescription: Telemedicine is accessible now more than ever due to COVID-19 and\, like many technology innovations of 2020\, this one is here to stay. This program will showcase realistic examples of how providers can recognize human trafficking in the healthcare setting\, including telemedicine\, and make safe referrals to community service providers. We will cover topics such as confidentiality\, safety\, building trust to ensure that the healthcare needs of patients are addressed\, mandatory reporting\, child welfare organizations\, and how community members can support survivors’ physical and mental health needs during the pandemic and beyond. This program will benefit everyone\, not just those in healthcare. \n  \n\n  \nSTAC needs your support to sustain these important webinars. Will you donate today? Each gift helps to bring this vital information to the many people who are empowering survivors and preventing human trafficking. The only way we can maintain these programs and this work is with YOUR help.\nSuggested donation: $20
URL:https://surviveandthriveadvocacy.org/events/imagine-freedom-healthcare-and-human-trafficking-free-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Imagine Freedom 2021,Training and Awareness
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211013
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211016
DTSTAMP:20260403T165811
CREATED:20210910T203520Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210910T203520Z
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SUMMARY:2021 National Labor Trafficking Conference
DESCRIPTION:In person: Wednesday\, October 13 & Thursday\, October 14\nVirtual: Friday\, October 15\, 2021\nThe Galt House • Louisville\, KY \nDownload the flyer here. \nConference Objectives:\n• Increase capacity of organizations to address labor trafficking\n• Address trends specific to labor trafficking\n• Highlight and problem-solve challenges related to labor trafficking \nConference Workshops Include:\n• 6 Workshop Tracks: Community Response\, Typologies\, Data and Research\, Innovative Approaches\, Capacity-Building in Services\, Legal Strategies / Criminal Justice Response\n• Typologies: Begging Crews\, Agriculture\, and Illicit Activities\n• COVID-19 and the Impact on Vulnerable Workers\n• Leveraging Research and Analysis in Addressing Labor Trafficking\n• Voices of Freedom: A Collaboration between OTIP and Storycorp Exploring the Stories of Survivors and the History of the TVPA – A Labor Trafficking Focus\n• The Prevalence of Coercion in Labor Trafficking Cases \nLearn more about this event at cclou.org
URL:https://surviveandthriveadvocacy.org/events/2021-national-labor-trafficking-conference/
CATEGORIES:Training and Awareness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211005T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211005T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T165811
CREATED:20210512T125834Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210903T165119Z
UID:6465-1633420800-1633453200@surviveandthriveadvocacy.org
SUMMARY:2021 Human Trafficking Summit
DESCRIPTION:Along with the Statewide Council on Human Trafficking and its partners\, Attorney General Ashley Moody is pleased to announce the 2021 Human Trafficking Summit will be held virtually on Tuesday\, October 5\, 2021. Florida’s Human Trafficking Summit brings together local\, state\, and national leaders working to eradicate all forms of trafficking. Learning opportunities created at the Human Trafficking Summit will allow Florida to continue working to protect victims\, prevent trafficking\, and prosecute traffickers. \n REGISTER TODAY\nThe 2021 Human Trafficking Summit’s webinar format is free of charge. Registration will open on July 1\, 2021.
URL:https://surviveandthriveadvocacy.org/events/2021-human-trafficking-summit/
CATEGORIES:Training and Awareness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210921T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210921T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T165811
CREATED:20210910T203824Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210910T203824Z
UID:6921-1632232800-1632236400@surviveandthriveadvocacy.org
SUMMARY:Stewards of Children - South Florida Human Trafficking Task Force Webinar
DESCRIPTION:This 2.5 hour\, nationally recognized\, best practice program uses videos\, workbook activities and discussion to engage and educate about child sexual abuse and how to keep children safe. Parents\, college students\, working professionals\, volunteers at child-serving organizations and other staff at agencies and community-based organizations learn that child sexual abuse knows no socio-economic\, cultural or racial boundaries. Through compelling stories from survivors of child sexual abuse of their trauma and healing\, participants will learn how to develop practices to prevent\, recognize and react responsibly to child sexual abuse. The latest changes in mandated reporting laws will be reviewed. \n REGISTER TODAY
URL:https://surviveandthriveadvocacy.org/events/stewards-of-children-south-florida-human-trafficking-task-force-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Training and Awareness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210917T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210917T143000
DTSTAMP:20260403T165811
CREATED:20210820T121258Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240913T193846Z
UID:6655-1631883600-1631889000@surviveandthriveadvocacy.org
SUMMARY:Florida’s Expungement Laws - Helping Survivors of Human Trafficking
DESCRIPTION:  \nThe Big Bend Coalition Against Human Trafficking (BBCAHT) and The Survive and Thrive Advocacy Center (STAC) invite you to participate in BBCAHT’s Monthly 3rd Friday Community Training Program. \nFlorida’s Expungement Laws:  Helping Survivors of Human Trafficking \nDate: September 17\, 2021\n1:00 PM – 2:30 PM Eastern / Noon – 1:30 PM Central \nThis free certificate webinar one of the “Third Friday” community training events hosted by BBCAHT and STAC to inform and engage the North Florida community and beyond. We are happy to extend this invitation to friends and colleagues – please join us! \nWhen a youth or an adult victim of human trafficking is arrested – whether or not they are prosecuted – they can suffer lifelong personal and practical impacts. Trauma associated with an arrest can haunt them throughout their life. A criminal record can hurt their ability to be economically secure\, to get a job or education\, and to rebuild their lives and heal. Because these crimes happened while they were being trafficked\, Florida law provides a way to help and clear\, or “expunge\,” their criminal histories. This month’s program will explain the law on expungement\, describe the process for clearing a survivor’s criminal history\, detail the effects of expungement on a survivor’s life\, and dispel myths and misconceptions regarding expungement. If you are a professional or community member who is in actual or potential contact with sex and labor trafficking survivors\, you need to know about expungement. \nPresenters: Brent Woody\, Lead Attorney/Executive Director\, Justice Restoration Center; and Rebecca Zoeller\, Staff Attorney\, Legal Services of North Florida. \nNOTE: The Florida Bar has approved this program for 1 hour of basic CLE credit. \nSponsors: STAC in affiliation with Big Bend Coalition Against Human Trafficking\, the International Rescue Committee and Legal Services of North Florida.\nContact for questions: STAC at stac@surviveandthriveadvocacy.org or 850-597-2080 \nAUDIO will be provided through your computer. \nAttendance will be limited to the first 1\,000 people who join this event. Please join early.\nClick here to register with us for this meeting or copy and paste this link into your browser: https://tinyurl.com/68txawc2 \nIf you have technical questions or concerns\, please contact Center Support staff at centersupport@usf.edu. \n \n\n  \nSTAC needs your support to sustain these important webinars. Will you donate today? Each gift helps to bring this vital information to the many people who are empowering survivors and preventing human trafficking. The only way we can maintain these programs and this work is with YOUR help.\nSuggested donation: $20
URL:https://surviveandthriveadvocacy.org/events/floridas-expungement-laws-helping-survivors-of-human-trafficking/
CATEGORIES:Survivors,Training and Awareness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210908T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210908T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T165811
CREATED:20210819T150351Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210825T162254Z
UID:6652-1631102400-1631106000@surviveandthriveadvocacy.org
SUMMARY:Human Trafficking: The Impact on Business and the Law
DESCRIPTION:Robin Hassler Thompson\, M.A.\, J.D.\, the Executive Director of the Survive and Thrive Advocacy Center (STAC)\, will discuss the faces of human trafficking\, human trafficking laws in Florida\, the impact of human trafficking on business and the workplace\, legal remedies\, training for business\, and how the legal profession can get involved. TWL will also present its Rose Deeb Kitchen Award. \n REGISTER TODAY
URL:https://surviveandthriveadvocacy.org/events/human-trafficking-the-impact-on-business-and-the-law/
CATEGORIES:Justice System,Training and Awareness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210820T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210820T143000
DTSTAMP:20260403T165811
CREATED:20210809T124543Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240913T194019Z
UID:6629-1629464400-1629469800@surviveandthriveadvocacy.org
SUMMARY:Human Trafficking and Florida Law: Going Deeper
DESCRIPTION:The Big Bend Coalition Against Human Trafficking (BBCAHT) and The Survive and Thrive Advocacy Center (STAC) invite you to participate in BBCAHT’s Monthly 3rd Friday Community Training Program  \nHuman Trafficking and the Law: Going Deeper  \nDate: August 20\, 2021\nTime: 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM Eastern / Noon – 1:30 PM Central \nThis free certificate webinar one of the “Third Friday” community training events hosted by BBCAHT and STAC  to inform and engage the North Florida community and beyond. We are happy to extend this invitation to  friends and colleagues – please join us!  \nThis month’s program will take a deeper dive into both the civil and criminal laws regarding human  trafficking. Topics to cover will include: recently passed legislation\, legal issues facing children – especially  in the delinquency and dependency systems\, human trafficking expungement law and practice\, and special  topics in immigration.   \nPresenters: Daniela Donoso\, Equal Justice Works Fellow\, Legal Services of North Florida; Robin Hassler  Thompson\, Executive Director\, STAC; Brent Woody\, Lead Attorney/Executive Director\, Justice Restoration  Center; and Paolo Annino\, Glass Professor of Public Interest Law\, Distinguished University Scholar with the  Public Interest Law Center\, HELP Clinic Students\, FSU College of Law.  \nNOTE: The Florida Bar has approved this program for 1 hour of Basic CLE credit.   \nSponsors: STAC in affiliation with Big Bend Coalition Against Human Trafficking\, the  International Rescue Committee and Legal Services of North Florida. Contact: STAC at  stac@surviveandthriveadvocacy.org or 850-597-2080  \nAUDIO will be provided through your computer.  \nAttendance will be limited to the first 1\,000 people who join this event. Please join early. \nClick here to register with us for this meeting or copy and paste this link into your browser: https://tinyurl.com/2jcj3bu5  \nIf you have technical questions or concerns\, please contact Center Support staff at centersupport@usf.edu \n  \n\n  \nSTAC needs your support to sustain these important webinars. Will you donate today? Each gift helps to bring this vital information to the many people who are empowering survivors and preventing human trafficking. The only way we can maintain these programs and this work is with YOUR help.\nSuggested donation: $20
URL:https://surviveandthriveadvocacy.org/events/human-trafficking-and-florida-law-going-deeper/
CATEGORIES:Training and Awareness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210819T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210819T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T165811
CREATED:20210628T190541Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210628T190541Z
UID:6558-1629381600-1629387000@surviveandthriveadvocacy.org
SUMMARY:Working with LGBTQ+ Survivors of Human Trafficking Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Registration is now open for the Working with LGBTQ+ Survivors of Human Trafficking webinar presented by the Freedom Network Training Institute. This webinar will provide attendees with an overview of best practices when working with LGBTQ+ survivors. Presenters will cover outreach\, wrap-around services\, and case management\, housing\, and immigration services specifically available to LGBTQ+ survivors. \nDate: Thursday\, August 19\, 2021 \nTime: 2:00-3:30 pm EST \nRegistration Price: $30 \nClick here to register for this event \n* Participants may submit questions to presenters prior to the webinar through the registration form.
URL:https://surviveandthriveadvocacy.org/events/working-with-lgbtq-survivors-of-human-trafficking-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Survivors,Training and Awareness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210730T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210730T143000
DTSTAMP:20260403T165811
CREATED:20210714T173708Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210720T212005Z
UID:6581-1627650000-1627655400@surviveandthriveadvocacy.org
SUMMARY:Voices of Freedom:  An Oral History of Efforts to Address  Human Trafficking
DESCRIPTION:We are proud to announce the launch of Voices of Freedom\, an archive of more than 80 recorded conversations featuring the reflections of survivors of human trafficking and allied professionals in the field. In these personal and powerful stories\, participants share some of the moments that shaped them\, the lessons they have learned\, and their hopes for the future of the anti-trafficking field. They also examine the legacy of the Trafficking Victims Protect Act of 2000 and chronicle progress before and after the landmark legislation. \nReady to listen? Join us on July 30 at 1 p.m. EST for the Voices of Freedom launch. We’ll highlight major themes and feature discussions from participants in the archive. \nA collaborative effort between StoryCorps\, the HHS Office on Trafficking in Persons\, and the Administration for Native Americans\, Voices of Freedom serves as a testament to the power of conversation\, storytelling\, and oral history. The archive preserves the voices of those who have informed\, shaped\, and contributed to the successes of the anti-trafficking field over the past two decades. \nVoices of Freedom archives a diverse range of lived experiences\, contributing to the democratization of historical records. The stories challenge us to reexamine the past to ensure the voices of those experiencing trafficking in the present are heard. These firsthand accounts of how survivors’ experiences have changed over the past 20 years will be preserved in the StoryCorps Archive at the American Folklife Center. \nLearn more about the Voices of Freedom initiative and add your story to the archive. \nRegister for the Voices of Freedom launch on July 30th.
URL:https://surviveandthriveadvocacy.org/events/voices-of-freedom-an-oral-history-of-efforts-to-address-human-trafficking/
CATEGORIES:Training and Awareness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210730T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210730T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T165811
CREATED:20210726T202529Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210726T202612Z
UID:6601-1627639200-1627642800@surviveandthriveadvocacy.org
SUMMARY:World Day against Trafficking in Persons: The Challenges of Unaccompanied Minors
DESCRIPTION:After an influx of unaccompanied minors into the United States\, the Office of Refugee Resettlement faced a historic number of referrals with over 20\,000 children in care in May of 2021. During this Webinar\, distinguished panelists will share their perspectives and firsthand accounts of the challenges surrounding unaccompanied minors as it relates to human trafficking including: \n\nIdentification at the border\nReunification with parents or placement with sponsors\nCultural and linguistic challenges\nBarriers to receiving assistance\nThe vulnerability of unaccompanied minors to human trafficking\n\nThe John J. Brunetti Human Trafficking Academy of St. Thomas University College of Law is proud to partner with International Rescue Committee and The South Florida Human Trafficking Task Force on this event. This event is free and open to the public with registration. CLEs pending. \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://surviveandthriveadvocacy.org/events/world-day-against-trafficking-in-persons-the-challenges-of-unaccompanied-minors/
CATEGORIES:Children and Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210716T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210716T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T165811
CREATED:20210702T165715Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240913T194116Z
UID:6565-1626429600-1626435000@surviveandthriveadvocacy.org
SUMMARY:Follow the Money\, Find the Traffickers: Human Trafficking and the Financial Sector
DESCRIPTION:Follow the Money\, Find the Traffickers: Human Trafficking and the Financial Sector \nheld on: July 16th\, 2021\, 10:00 – 11:30 am EST \n Watch the Webinar Replay\nThis free webinar one of the “Third Friday” community training events hosted by BBCAHT and STAC to inform and engage the North Florida community and beyond. We are happy to extend this invitation to friends and colleagues –  please join us!  \n “Follow the money\, find the traffickers” has become a maxim in the world of human trafficking. It is vital for everyone in the community\, not just financial institutions and law enforcement\, to understand how human traffickers use the banking system. Traffickers launder proceeds from exploited youth and adults\, force victims to open accounts\, force youth with clean credit histories to apply for credit cards\, entwine victims their money laundering schemes\, and evade financial system safeguards. Banks need to know how to identify trafficking activity and must train their public-facing staff to be able to pick up on red flags of trafficking. Social services\, child welfare professionals\, anti-human trafficking advocates and all those who are contact points for vulnerable populations and people who are trafficked need to know how this abuse and exploitation occur so they can protect them. \nPresenters:\nMarsha Crowle\, Executive Vice President\, Director of Corporate Compliance\, Capital City Bank Group;\nRobin Hassler Thompson\, Executive Director\, STAC;\nMelissa Wright\, Vice President and Private Banker\, Capital City Bank. \nNOTE: This is Part 1 of a two-part training series. Look for Part 2 in the coming months for more about how traffickers financially exploit trafficked youth to be presented by Marina Anderson and Theresa Kennedy\, Regional Coordinators for the Florida Department of Children and Families. \nSponsors: STAC in affiliation with Big Bend Coalition Against Human Trafficking and the International Rescue Committee. Contact: STAC at stac@surviveandthriveadvocacy.org or 850-597-2080 \n  \n\n  \nSTAC needs your support to sustain these important webinars. Will you donate today? Each gift helps to bring this vital information to the many people who are empowering survivors and preventing human trafficking. The only way we can maintain these programs and this work is with YOUR help.\nSuggested donation: $20
URL:https://surviveandthriveadvocacy.org/events/follow-the-money-find-the-traffickers-human-trafficking-and-the-financial-sector/
CATEGORIES:Private Sector,Training and Awareness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210707T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210707T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T165811
CREATED:20210621T155402Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210621T155455Z
UID:6547-1625673600-1625677200@surviveandthriveadvocacy.org
SUMMARY:The Intersection of Human Trafficking\, Immigration\, and LGBTQ+ Community
DESCRIPTION:Presented by NAWJ Human Trafficking Committee\nCo-Chairs: Hon. Ann Breen-Greco and Ms. Summer Stephan\nThis one hour no-cost webinar is presented by the NAWJ Human Trafficking Committee and Co-Sponsored by the ABA Commission on Domestic and Sexual Violence\, NAWJ Immigration Committee\, NAWJ LGBTQ Committee\, NAWJ District 8\, and National Judicial College. \nSpeakers and Panelists include: Judge Ann Breen-Greco (HT Committee Co-Chair)\, District Attorney Summer Stephan (HT Committee Co-Chair)\, Judge Ellie Finn (Moderator)\, Judge Bobbie McCartney\, Judge Chris Ann Kelley\, Assistant State Attorney Jessica O’Connor\, and Human Trafficking & Domestic Violence Program Director Carmen G. Kcomt. \nClick here to register for this event; Questions for this event can be directed to DAExecutiveSecretary@sdcda.org. \nClick here for PDF version of flyer
URL:https://surviveandthriveadvocacy.org/events/the-intersection-of-human-trafficking-immigration-and-lgbtq-community/
CATEGORIES:Justice System,Training and Awareness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210618T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210618T143000
DTSTAMP:20260403T165811
CREATED:20210526T161717Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240913T194209Z
UID:6493-1624021200-1624026600@surviveandthriveadvocacy.org
SUMMARY:Webinar: Human Trafficking and Gangs
DESCRIPTION:Gangs conduct criminal activity in all 50 states. Although most gang activity is concentrated in major urban areas\, gangs also are proliferating in rural and suburban areas as gang members flee increasing law enforcement pressure in urban areas. During this session attendees will learn to recognize signs of gang involvement including gang tattoos\, terminology\, graffiti and using hand signals. Attendees will also be able to recognize the warning signs and risk factors of youth gang recruitment. This session will also discuss the female’s role in gangs and how gang sex trafficking differs from other forms of trafficking. Presenter: Marina Anderson\, Florida Department of Children and Families Regional Human Trafficking Coordinator for Northeast and Northwest Regions. \nSponsors: STAC in affiliation with Big Bend Coalition Against Human Trafficking and the International Rescue Committee. \nContact: STAC at stac@surviveandthriveadvocacy.org or 850-597-2080 \nThis free webinar is one in a series that BBCAHT and STAC is organizing during this time of social distancing and to keep up our Third Friday training schedule. We are happy to extend this invitation to friends and colleagues throughout the Big Bend and beyond – please join us! \n  \nwebinar sponsors \n  \n\n  \nSTAC needs your support to sustain these important webinars. Will you donate today? Each gift helps to bring this vital information to the many people who are empowering survivors and preventing human trafficking. The only way we can maintain these programs and this work is with YOUR help.\nSuggested donation: $20
URL:https://surviveandthriveadvocacy.org/events/webinar-human-trafficking-and-gangs-2/
CATEGORIES:Training and Awareness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210615T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210615T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T165811
CREATED:20210607T180811Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210607T180904Z
UID:6515-1623762000-1623765600@surviveandthriveadvocacy.org
SUMMARY:Survivor Leadership Series: Racism & the Anti-Trafficking Movement
DESCRIPTION:This webinar discusses racism in the anti-trafficking movement based on a survey of trafficking survivors. Distributed in multiple languages\, the survey sought to learn more about the impact of systemic and structural racism experienced by Black\, Indigenous\, and People of Color (BIPOC) trafficking survivors. Their answers provided insight into their lived experience navigating support services\, legal issues\, health care\, and the anti-trafficking community. \nREGISTER HERE \nABOUT YOUR PRESENTERS \nEvelyn Chumbow\nEvelyn Chumbow is a survivor of child labor trafficking turned anti-trafficking activist and public speaker who has focused her life’s work on ending modern-day slavery\, a crime impacting some 40 million victims globally. Ms. Chumbow was brought to the United States from Cameroon at the age of nine and forced to cook\, clean\, and care for her trafficker’s children. She was never paid for her work\, and any hope that she might escape her miserable life was undermined by the constant beatings she received from her trafficker. \nAfter years of captivity\, she finally escaped and her trafficker was sentenced to 17 years in prison. Today\, Ms. Chumbow works tirelessly to raise awareness and help other survivors. She serves as an advisor to human trafficking NGOs\, and has been invited to brief government agencies about human trafficking from a survivor’s perspective. She is invited regularly to speak around the world about her experience\, including at the White House. She also serves as an advocate and mentor for fellow survivors. \nIn December 2015\, fulfilling a life-long dream\, Ms. Chumbow graduated with a BS in Homeland Security Studies from the University of Maryland University College. She was appointed by President Obama to serve as United States Advisory Council on Human Trafficking to his administration. Since January 2015\, she has worked at the law firm of Baker & McKenzie LLP in Washington\, DC\, where she has the opportunity to support human trafficking and human rights-related pro bono initiatives. \nRoxie Farrow \nRoxie Farrow is the Operations Manager for the Human Trafficking Legal Center. Farrow graduated with a Masters in Industrial Organizational Psychology from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology in 2015. \nFarrow is the co-chair of The Maryland Survivor Network\, a membership group providing support\, professional\, and leadership development for human trafficking survivors participating in anti-trafficking efforts in the state. \nFarrow is also a Survivor Leader Consultant for the University of Maryland Support\, Advocacy\, Freedom\, and Empowerment (SAFE) Center for Human Trafficking Survivors’\, serving on the Human Trafficking Clinicians Collaborative and the Human Trafficking Survivors’ Council. \nPrior to joining the Human Trafficking Legal Center\, Farrow worked as Senior Admissions Coordinator & Manager for Psychiatric Institute of Washington\, a behavioral health treatment facility in Washington D.C.  Before embarking on her graduate studies\, Farrow founded The Exodus Project\, a human trafficking advocacy and awareness organization that focuses on educating community leaders and youth in the D.C. metro area. Farrow received her Bachelor of Science from Trinity Washington University in Psychology with a Minor in Arabic Literature. \nFainess Lipenga\nFainess Lipenga has been an active member of the National Survivor Network since 2013. As a survivor of labor trafficking\, she uses her voice and experience to educate the community and raise awareness. Her mission is to prevent other survivors from being re-victimized and to give them hope and courage to heal\, become leaders\, and achieve their dreams. Prior to her role as Training Advisor\, Ms. Lipenga served as a consultant to the Human Trafficking Legal Center for more than five years. \nMs. Lipenga has testified before the U.S. Congress regarding the challenges survivors face. She has presented to the National Academies of Sciences\, Engineering and Medicine. She has provided training for pro bono lawyers\, law students\, physicians\, law enforcement officials\, and federal prosecutors.  She has spoken at national conferences and developed expert training materials. Ms. Lipenga serves as a survivor-consultant to the Human Trafficking Legal Center in Washington\, DC. In 2019\, Ms. Lipenga testified before the Maryland General Assembly to advocate for the passage of the Anti-Exploitation Act. With the help of her testimony\, Maryland passed the bill\, making labor trafficking an illegal act for the first time in Maryland. \nMs. Lipenga is the recipient of the Justice for Victims of Crime Award from the U.S. Attorney’s Office of Washington\, D.C.  She believes survivor voices and leadership are essential to advocacy on human trafficking. She is a certified nursing assistant and continues to pursue her goal of becoming a registered nurse. \nDeborah Pembrook \nDeborah Pembrook (she/her) chairs the Coalition to End Human Trafficking in Santa Cruz and Monterey Counties. She is also Human Trafficking Outreach Manager at Monterey County Rape Crisis Center\, one of the Coalition partners.  \nDeborah left a successful executive position in a technology company to help her community end the types of exploitation she experienced in her childhood. An inspiring educator\, she has partnered with and trained regional police and sheriff departments\, probation officers\, educators and direct service providers to humanize exploited children and vulnerable people.  \nWith more than eight years in the anti-trafficking field\, her experience ranges from providing direct services to trafficking survivors and other survivors of violence\, helping create a cross-sector community collaboration\, and building community awareness\, outreach campaigns and multi-sector response. Deborah has served two terms on the California CSEC Action Team Advisory Board. She is the 2016 recipient of the YWCA Silicon Valley Empowerment Award.
URL:https://surviveandthriveadvocacy.org/events/survivor-leadership-series-racism-the-anti-trafficking-movement/
CATEGORIES:Survivors,Training and Awareness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210614T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210614T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T165811
CREATED:20210608T203620Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210608T203620Z
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SUMMARY:Lecture with Author Chloe O. Davis Explores LGBTQIA+ Terminology and Phrases
DESCRIPTION:Library Lecture with Author Chloe O. Davis Explores LGBTQIA+ Terminology and Phrases \n\n\n\nWHO:\nLeon County Government\n\n\nWHAT:\nLeon County Library Lecture Series\n\n\nWHEN:\nMonday\, June 14 at 6:30 p.m.\n\n\nWHERE:\nVirtual Event through Zoom\n\n\n\n  \nJoin Leon County Government for a virtual Library Lecture on Monday\, June 14 at 6:30 p.m. about a topic that will engage and inspire citizens throughout our community. The event will feature author Chloe O. Davis whose debut book\, “The Queens’ English: The LGBTQIA+ Dictionary of Lingo and Colloquial Phrases\,” contains more than 800 words created by and for the lesbian\, gay\, bisexual\, transgender\, queer\, questioning\, intersex and asexual (LGBTQIA+) community. \nModerated by WFSU Multimedia Reporter Robbie Gaffney\, the conversation with Chloe O. Davis will explore the history and meaning behind LGBTQIA+ terminology and how the dictionary can be a starting point for conversations about inclusivity\, sexuality\, gender expression and identity. \nAfter the lecture\, five attendees will be randomly selected to receive a free personal copy of “The Queens’ English.” Winners will be notified via email. \nTo register for the virtual lecture\, click here. \nLeon County selects speakers and topics that engage and inspire\, appealing to the interests of all citizens. Library Lectures are free and open to the public. Citizens can request an electronic copy of “The Queens’ English” on Libby or a physical copy from the Leon County Public Library’s online catalog using their library card number. If you don’t have a library card number\, register online today. \nThroughout the month of June\, Leon County will host virtual programs in celebration of Pride Month. See a complete list of events\, reading and movie lists\, and more here. \nFor more information\, contact Michelle Ray\, Learning and Workforce Services Manager\, at (850) 606-2665 / RayM@LeonCountyFL.gov or Leon County Community and Media Relations at (850) 606-5300 / CMR@LeonCountyFL.gov.
URL:https://surviveandthriveadvocacy.org/events/lecture-with-author-chloe-o-davis-explores-lgbtqia-terminology-and-phrases/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210608T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210608T103000
DTSTAMP:20260403T165811
CREATED:20210610T183856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240913T194257Z
UID:6534-1623142800-1623148200@surviveandthriveadvocacy.org
SUMMARY:Human Trafficking Training Related to Internships
DESCRIPTION:Watch the video replay of this training webinar: https://youtu.be/LvMZKssNJk0 \nHuman trafficking is alive and well in Leon and surrounding counties. Summer interns and others from area local non-profits need to know how about sex and labor trafficking because they are very likely to encounter a survivor and should know what to do\, and how to get help from STAC and our partners. This program covers myths and misconceptions about trafficking\, local resources\, survivor perspectives and features a video and discussion that highlight how youth are recruited by traffickers online. \n  \n\n  \nSTAC needs your support to sustain these important webinars. Will you donate today? Each gift helps to bring this vital information to the many people who are empowering survivors and preventing human trafficking. The only way we can maintain these programs and this work is with YOUR help.\nSuggested donation: $20
URL:https://surviveandthriveadvocacy.org/events/human-trafficking-training-related-to-internships/
CATEGORIES:Children and Youth,Training and Awareness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210607T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210607T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T165811
CREATED:20210518T150128Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210518T150128Z
UID:6485-1623060000-1623065400@surviveandthriveadvocacy.org
SUMMARY:Advancing the Well-Being of LGBTQI+ Populations
DESCRIPTION:Individuals who identify as sexual and gender diverse—that is\, those who identify as lesbian\, gay\, bisexual\, transgender\, queer\, intersex\, asexual\, or non-binary (LGBTQI+)\, or who have same-sex and same-gender attractions or behaviors—have different experiences across their life course than their cisgender and heterosexual counterparts. The increase in prevalence and visibility of sexual and gender diverse populations illuminates the need for greater understanding of the ways in which current laws\, systems\, and programs affect their well-being. \nThis webinar will discuss the research-based policy implications outlined in the report\, Understanding the Well-Being of LGBTQI+ Populations (2020)\, current LGBTQI+ policy considerations at the federal level\, such as the Equality Act and section 1557\, and recent changes to and topics of interest in state and local level policies. \nSpeakers: \n\nKellan Baker\, Bloomberg School of Public Health\, Johns Hopkins University\nAndrew Flores\, American University;\nSharita Gruberg\, Center for American Progress;\nNan Hunter\, Georgetown University;\nFran Hutchins\, Equality Federation\n\nMore information about this event \nThis webinar series features issues at the forefront of current policy discussions and have diversity\, equity\, and inclusion as a central focus.  Each webinar discusses policy implications from topical DBASSE reports. Please check the Hauser Policy Impact Fund website for details on upcoming webinars and future activities.
URL:https://surviveandthriveadvocacy.org/events/advancing-the-well-being-of-lgbtqi-populations/
CATEGORIES:Training and Awareness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210606T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210606T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T165811
CREATED:20210601T210142Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210601T210142Z
UID:6506-1622988000-1623002400@surviveandthriveadvocacy.org
SUMMARY:Tomato Feastival and Fundraiser for Red Hills Small Farm Alliance
DESCRIPTION:Come and enjoy the Tomato Festival this Sunday! STAC is SO happy to support our wonderful community partner\, the Red Hills Small Farm Alliance and thank them again for this ANTI-HUMAN TRAFFICKING PLEDGE.   https://www.redhillsfarmalliance.com/anti-human-trafficking \nWhere: Goodwood Museum and Gardens (outdoors) \nWhat: \nTo eat: Tomato Sandwiches\, Glendower sausages\, Kitchenable tomato pie\, Southern Craft Creamery ice cream \nTo drink:  beer from Lake Tribe Brewing and Deep as well as non-alcoholic drinks \nFarmer’s Market \nCake Walk and Cake Raffle \nRaffles \nKid’s Games \nTomato Contest- taste\, biggest and ugliest \nLive Music by MoonDance \nAttend the event-  tickets available in advance on our website:  https://www.redhillsfarmalliance.com/tomato-feastival
URL:https://surviveandthriveadvocacy.org/events/tomato-feastival-and-fundraiser-for-red-hills-small-farm-alliance/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210521T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210521T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T165811
CREATED:20210427T115239Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240913T194350Z
UID:6387-1621602000-1621609200@surviveandthriveadvocacy.org
SUMMARY:Human Trafficking & Healthcare: A Special Focus on Telemedicine
DESCRIPTION:Human Trafficking & Healthcare: A Special Focus on Telemedicine \nHosted by Survive and Thrive Advocacy Center and Big Bend Coalition Against Human Trafficking \nTelemedicine has exploded in availability since the onset COVID-19 and\, like many innovations from 2020\, this one is likely to stay with us. Knowing this\, how can today’s world of telemedicine be safe and effective for survivors of human trafficking? What are the issues that healthcare providers need to know when assisting child and adult survivors in person\, as well as during telehealth visits? Can providers make sure that confidentiality and safety are maintained\, and how can providers build trust and ensure that the healthcare needs of their patients are addressed? What are the providers’ responsibilities regarding children and mandatory reporting? Is insurance available for human trafficking survivors in the ACA/health insurance marketplace? How can service providers\, child welfare organizations\, and community members support survivors’ physical and mental health needs during the pandemic and afterward? Using both lecture and role play scenarios\, these questions and more will be answered during this program. This program will benefit everyone\, not only those in healthcare. \nPresenters: Suzanne Harrison\, MD\, FAAFP\, FAMWA\, Director of Clinical Programs\, Professor of Family Medicine and Rural Health\, FSU College of Medicine; Graciela Marquina\, MSW\, Victim Assistance Director\, STAC; Robin Hassler Thompson\, JD\, MA\, Executive Director\, STAC; Allison Wiman\, RN\, BSN\, MPH\, Big Bend AHEC – Big Bend Rural Health Network. \nSponsors: STAC\, in affiliation with Big Bend Coalition Against Human Trafficking and the IRC. \n  \n\n  \nSTAC needs your support to sustain these important webinars. Will you donate today? Each gift helps to bring this vital information to the many people who are empowering survivors and preventing human trafficking. The only way we can maintain these programs and this work is with YOUR help.\nSuggested donation: $20 \n \n  \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://surviveandthriveadvocacy.org/events/human-trafficking-healthcare-a-special-focus-on-telemedicine/
CATEGORIES:Healthcare
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210518T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210518T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T165811
CREATED:20210506T121428Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210506T121428Z
UID:6448-1621339200-1621344600@surviveandthriveadvocacy.org
SUMMARY:Housing and Economic Mobility Virtual Resource Fair
DESCRIPTION:HHS’ Office on Trafficking in Persons and the U.S. Department of Justice’s Office for Victims of Crime will hold a virtual resource fair on Housing and Economic Mobility on May 18th from 12-1:30 pm Eastern Time. \nThis event is a response to the links between housing instability\, lack of economic opportunity\, and vulnerability to human trafficking\, and will spotlight resources\, research\, and programs addressing the need for sustainable housing and meaningful employment for individuals who have experienced human trafficking. \nThe resource fair will consist of two panels: Housing Innovation and Resources and Employment Innovation and Resources. Both sessions will conclude with a question and answer period. \nPanelists will include representatives from: \n\nAccess Inc\nFreedom Fund\nFreedom Network Training Institute\nFutures Without Violence\nInternational Institute of Buffalo\nNational Human Trafficking Training and Technical Assistance Center\nPreble Street\nRestore NYC\nU.S. Department of Health and Human Services\nU.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development\, Title V Program\nU.S. Department of Labor\, Employment and Training Administration\n\nRegister for the resource fair via this link. \n 
URL:https://surviveandthriveadvocacy.org/events/housing-and-economic-mobility-virtual-resource-fair-2/
CATEGORIES:Justice System
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210518T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210518T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T165811
CREATED:20210506T121908Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210510T182657Z
UID:6450-1621332000-1621339200@surviveandthriveadvocacy.org
SUMMARY:Shared Grace Training
DESCRIPTION:A training hosted by Shared Grace \nShared Grace is a bi-weekly collaborative gathering for faith groups and human services agencies.  Here faith leaders connect their congregations to those providing vital services in our area. \nThe connections we make in Shared Grace are life giving and we’ve learned so much together.  We’ll share some of these lessons in our training and hear from local agencies on how you can assist in serving the Big Bend community alongside them. \nWe hope you can join us via zoom on Tuesday\, May 18th from 10am-noon for this training session. \nRegister to join our training here \nView the informational event flyer PDF
URL:https://surviveandthriveadvocacy.org/events/shared-grace-training/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210421T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210421T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T165811
CREATED:20210408T141552Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210408T141552Z
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SUMMARY:Step into the Light: Education and Engagement on Human Trafficking Issues
DESCRIPTION:A Life Preservers Project Webinar\n\nLife Preservers Project and Page One Legal invite you to join us for a panel presentation on stepping up action against trafficking of human beings in the digital age. \nRegister for Webinar\nThe purpose of the webinar is to share information on how to make better use of existing tools and garner relationships with law enforcement and legal professions to prevent and combat human trafficking in the digital age.  We will discuss key challenges in identifying victims\, investigating cases\, and prosecuting perpetrators of human trafficking offenses committed with the use of information and communication technology\, human rights challenges linked to the use of technology in tackling trafficking in human beings\, and how governments and international organizations can strengthen collaboration with businesses and civil society. \nModerator:\nAndrew Kent\, COO of Page One Legal \n\n\nAndrew currently serves as the Chief Operating Officer for Page One Legal in Nashville\, TN. Andrew has spent over 15 years in the eDiscovery and litigation industries after receiving his BA from the University of Wisconsin and his JD from the Catholic University of America\, Columbus School of Law. In his role as Chief Operating Officer at Page One Legal\, he is responsible for leadership accountability\, removing obstacles and problem solving\, and integrating all major functions between departments as well as handling all day-to-day functions. The idea that eDiscovery workflows and technology can be used to reduce the burdens of discovery and empower litigants to focus on case merits is his driving force. He has hosted numerous webinars including the Virtual One Conference\, The 15 on the 15th\, and the Litigator’s Lunch. \n\n\nSpeakers:\n\nBarbara Martinez\, Holland & Knight LLP\n\n\n\nBarbara A. Martinez is a member of Holland & Knight’s Global Compliance and Investigation Team in the firm’s Miami office. She focuses her law practice on internal corporate investigations\, corporate compliance and training\, and white collar criminal defense. Part of her practice includes offering anti-trafficking compliance programs for businesses. She also advises companies\, educational institutions\, and organizations about risk management relating to electronic data collection and internal threat management policies. She routinely conducts anti-trafficking and anti-money laundering training for financial institutions\, companies\, educators\, and medical professionals. \nPrior to joining Holland & Knight last year\, Ms. Martinez served as the Chief of the Special Prosecutions Section at the United States Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of Florida in Miami. In this capacity\, she tried human trafficking cases and supervised federal prosecutors who handled cases involving international and domestic human trafficking\, money laundering\, child exploitation\, extortion\, international kidnappings\, and other transnational crimes. Ms. Martinez was also the Human Trafficking Coordinator and the Project Safe Childhood Coordinator for the Southern District of Florida for more than a decade. As the Coordinator for these programs\, Ms. Martinez spearheaded coordination efforts between law enforcement\, prosecutors\, non-governmental organizations\, and private industries to more effectively prevent and identify human trafficking and child exploitation\, as well as to investigate and successfully prosecute cases. She teaches a human trafficking seminar at the University of Miami School of Law. \nSome of her notable honors and awards include: 2020 Leadership and Advocacy Resilience Award from Ark of Freedom Alliance for her anti-trafficking work; 2018 Attorney General’s Award for the prosecution of a case involving sex trafficking of minors in Honduras; 2018 Dade County Bar Association’s Women of Distinction Government Award; 2016-2017 Harvard Law School Wasserstein Public Interest Fellow; 2015 Director’s Award for Superior Performance as an Assistant United States Attorney for the prosecution of a sex trafficking case involving more than 50 adult victims; 2013 Women in Federal Law Enforcement’s Top Prosecutor Award; and Department of Justice’s 2011 Outstanding Overall Partnership Coalition Group Award for her work and contributions on cases involving domestic sex trafficking of minors. \n\n\n\nRobin Thompson\, Executive Director of The Survive and Thrive Advocacy Center (STAC)\n\n\n\nRobin Hassler Thompson\, M.A.\, J.D.\, is the Executive Director of the Survive and Thrive Advocacy Center (STAC)\, non-profit agency she co-founded in 2015 to assist survivors of human trafficking. She also is an active member and co-chairs the Social Services Committee for the Big Bend Coalition Against Human Trafficking. Robin’s consulting firm\, Robin H. Thompson and Associates\, represents a wide range of clients including the FSU Center for the Advancement of Human Rights where she assists in the Center’s work on human trafficking. \nIn 2001\, she traveled to Bangladesh as a part of a U.S. State Department mission\, which included a site visit to a trafficking rescue shelter in Dhaka – this trip inspired her work to help build awareness about human trafficking. From 2002 to the present\, she has directed numerous local and statewide anti-trafficking projects. Robin has lectured extensively on the topics of violence against women and human trafficking. She is a contributor to numerous national and international publications and curricula including a domestic violence and human trafficking on-line Continuing Medical Education (CME) course for the Florida Medical Association. \nIn addition to her anti-trafficking work\, Robin’s areas of expertise include domestic and sexual violence law and policy analysis\, Violence Against Women Act implementation\, adult domestic violence fatality reviews\, workplace violence law and policy and health care issues. Robin has served on and held leadership positions on local\, state and national boards and committees and has chaired the local Leon County Commission on the Status of Women and Girls\, where she lives in Tallahassee\, Florida. \nRobin served as the Executive Director for Florida’s first Task Force on Domestic and Sexual Violence from 1993-1998. At the request of the U. S. Department of Justice\, Robin served on the National Advisory Council on Violence Against Women. She graduated from Florida State University College of Law in 1984. In addition to her law degree\, she holds an M.A. from Florida State University and a B.A. from American University in Washington\, D.C. where she graduated summa cum laude in 1981. \n\n\n\nGregory Zarzaur\, Founder of The Zarzaur Firm\n\n\n\nGregory Zarzaur dedicates his law practice to representing crime victims in civil litigation and increasing awareness of crime victim rights within both the civil and criminal justice system. His work is inspired by the courage and resolve of the survivors he represents. \nWhen not in the courtroom fighting for his clients\, Greg is active in educating his colleagues and victim advocates about the civil remedy provisions within state and federal human trafficking laws that can be utilized to directly support survivors. Over the last twenty years\, Greg’s goal has stayed consistent: earn the trust and respect of his clients\, the Court\, and his opponents. Greg is a proud husband and father. He is an avid fan of the University of Notre Dame where he was a walk-on football player under Hall of Fame Coach Lou Holtz. \n\n\nBrought to you in partnership by:\n  \n 
URL:https://surviveandthriveadvocacy.org/events/step-into-the-light-education-and-engagement-on-human-trafficking-issues/
CATEGORIES:Training and Awareness
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SUMMARY:Helping Florida Schools Keep Kids Safe from Human Trafficking
DESCRIPTION:Watch the On-demand Replay: https://youtu.be/prxtvfWdL8w \nHelping Florida Schools Keep Kids Safe from Human Trafficking \nPresented by: Elizabeth Fisher Good\, Kyra Montaque\, and Shannon Meyer from Selah Way \nHosted by: Survive and Thrive Advocacy Center and Big Bend Coalition Against Human Trafficking \nRegister at: tinyurl.com/4d8yj46p \nAUDIO will be provided through your computer. Attendance will be limited to the first 1\,000 people who join this event. Please join early. \nFree Webinar Certificate \nThis free\, certificate webinar is one in a series that BBCAHT and STAC are providing during this time of social distancing and to keep up our Third Friday training schedule. We are happy to extend this invitation to friends and colleagues throughout the Big Bend and beyond – please join us! The Florida Department of Education mandates that all school districts educate students and staff about\nhuman trafficking. One program doing this work through a “train the trainer” model is Selah Way Foundation\, a global network of best practices and service providers in the global anti-sex trafficking movement. The Selah Way Foundation has developed a program to provide school districts\, including all faculty/staff and K-12th graders with S.P.E.A.K. UP\, a unique train-the-trainer model. Student Prevention Education & Advocacy for kids (S.P.E.A.K. UP) is a turn-key train the trainer model that provides schools and beyond with a top-down approach ensuring all faculty and staff are educated on how to protect students and recognize the red flags\, and includes curricula for K-12th grade students. Presenters with the Selah Way Foundation will discuss the issue of human trafficking\, schools\, and how local communities can develop programming using a collaborative model. They also will focus on how important it is for\nchildren to be informed about both sex and labor trafficking and how to partner in community with local programs\, child welfare\, and other local stakeholders. \nContact STAC at (850) 597-2080 or STAC@SurviveAndThriveAdvocacy.org \n### \nABOUT OUR SPEAKERS: \nKyra Montaque is the Southeast Prevention Coordinator for Selah Freedom. She spent 7 years working for the public school system and her goal was to ensure the success of all children regardless of background. Since coming on board with Selah Freedom in 2017 Kyra now carries the same passion she had in the classroom with her to work to prevent and equip not only children\, but also adults with the knowledge that is needed to end sex trafficking and exploitation. In her current role she is able to create the trainings and curriculum needed to bring awareness to this issue but also train and speak on the problems that our young people face and what adults can do to be a part of the solution. \nShannon Meyer is an educator turned teacher-advocate with a passion for empowering teachers and parents with the knowledge and freedom of being trauma-informed and creating all-access instruction. As an educator from inner-city Los Angeles\, she transitioned to a role as an instructional coach and watched teachers and school leaders respond with tremendous enthusiasm to the knowledge of the brain and how it impacts learning and student interactions.  \nIn addition\, receiving training and certification under the Gates College-Ready Promise Grant\, Shannon is skilled at identifying the most powerful levers of success for planning\, instruction\, and classroom management. Using the power of the whole-child approach to education\, as well as other training in Positive Discipline and Cognitive Coaching\, she has been able to empower teachers and school leaders to know their students more deeply and respond\, rather than react.  This knowledge is also empowering to students as they learn how to better listen and communicate with each other.   \nWhether school leaders want to unify their staff\, or teachers want to reduce student conflict\, Shannon believes that knowing how information is processed in the brain is key to building a more cohesive and healthy school community.  She has a passion and love for supporting educators and creating custom learning experiences to grow their practice. \nElizabeth Fisher Good became a leader in the anti-sex trafficking movement by co-founding Selah Freedom. She has been instrumental in providing freedom to nearly 10\,000 survivors since 2011. Out of Selah Freedom\, another dream has been born. The Selah Way Foundation created in 2018 collaboratively brings together the leading organizations across the United States and globally to provide best practices and proven models to eradicate sex trafficking and sexual abuse. Three initiatives work together to achieve this goal: Prevention\, Protection\, and Provision. \nElizabeth is a passionate pioneer and inspirational thought leader with a desire to expose the root of the issue behind sex trafficking\, childhood sexual abuse. She is the author of Groomed (Harper Collins\, 2020)\, which recounts her own story of loss\, trauma\, and triumph. Fisher Good dedicates her life to helping women from all backgrounds discover how to live free from past traumas\, strongholds\, and lies they may have been groomed to believe about themselves. She guides readers toward an understanding that grooming is often subtle\, but it’s always life-altering. She offers readers a way to overcome their past\, starting with an all-important but rarely explored concept. \nThe concept is a selah\, or a time of rest and reflection\, and helps explore active ways to forgive and move forward to a whole new level of freedom. Elizabeth’s authentic\, transparent\, and natural approach is refreshing and comforting to readers\, no matter their stage of life. She is empathetic yet all resolve. \nSRQ Magazine\, in their article Fight For the Innocents\, describes Elizabeth as “Part healer\, part businesswoman\, all resolve—if Selah Freedom is bringing light into the darkness\, as the slogan says\, then Fisher is the one behind the megawatt.” She is the recipient of the prestigious New York City Global Business Leader Award and The Tampa Bay Business Woman of the Year Award. \n  \n\n  \nSTAC needs your support to sustain these important webinars. Will you donate today? Each gift helps to bring this vital information to the many people who are empowering survivors and preventing human trafficking. The only way we can maintain these programs and this work is with YOUR help.\nSuggested donation: $20
URL:https://surviveandthriveadvocacy.org/events/helping-florida-schools-keep-kids-safe-from-human-trafficking/
CATEGORIES:Children and Youth
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SUMMARY:Understanding Human Trafficking Survivor-Centered Approaches
DESCRIPTION:Understanding Human Trafficking Survivor-Centered Approaches \nFree Certificate Webinar \nMarch 19\, 2021 \n1:00 PM – 2:30 PM \n“Survivor-centered\,” “survivor-led\,” “survivor-informed\,” “ally” – these are all terms that are commonly used in the anti-trafficking field\, but what do they really mean? \nJoin us to learn about safe\, respectful\, and effective anti-trafficking collaboration with survivors. \nContact: STAC at stac@surviveandthriveadvocacy.org or 850-597-2080 \nADDITIONAL RESOURCES: Presentation Links and Resources \nMEET OUR SPEAKERS:\nBethany Gilot is a National Consultant on anti-human trafficking initiatives from training and program development to state/federal policy. Bethany has years of experience working in the anti-trafficking field both domestically and internationally.  Bethany previously served as the Statewide Human Trafficking Prevention Director for Florida’s state child welfare and juvenile justice agencies. She worked to strengthen systems of care for trafficked youth. She implemented legislation\, created agency policy\, and oversaw all state-level efforts to identify and serve minor survivors of human trafficking. In addition to public service\, Bethany has worked within NGOs serving sex trafficking survivors in Florida and India. \n——————— \nJamie Rosseland is a consultant in the field of anti-trafficking work with expertise in the coordination of care and program development for victims and survivors of sexual exploitation\, development and implementation of trauma-competent and survivor-centered digital marketing strategies\, and has been active in local government and statewide level policy advocacy. \nThrough sharing her lived experiences and unique perspective\, Jamie is committed to change the cultural view of the sex trade and address systems that drive demand. She has experience working as a survivor advocate providing mentorship\, court advocacy\, and care coordination to youth impacted by sexual exploitation with the Open Doors Outreach Network with Voices for Florida. Jamie has presented at countless community events\, statewide summits\, and national conferences. \nCurrently\, Jamie serves on the Florida Department of Juvenile Justice’s State Advisory Group and is working with the United Nations University with an international team to develop policy recommendations regarding the intersection of justice systems and human trafficking. She has also been accepted into the 2021 Social Scholar Program at Florida State University\, where she is working on earning her degree in interdisciplinary social sciences. \nIn 2018\, Jamie won the Survivor Advocate of the Year award presented by the Florida Attorney General for her outstanding work with exploited youth. When not working in direct services or educating the community\, Jamie also utilizes her creative and strategic eye to enhance the marketing and social media campaigns of anti-trafficking nonprofits and consults with academics on research methodologies and practices. Jamie oversees social media strategy and digital outreach efforts for several nonprofits that serve survivors of trafficking. \n  \n\n  \nSTAC needs your support to sustain these important webinars. Will you donate today? Each gift helps to bring this vital information to the many people who are empowering survivors and preventing human trafficking. The only way we can maintain these programs and this work is with YOUR help.\nSuggested donation: $20
URL:https://surviveandthriveadvocacy.org/events/understanding-human-trafficking-survivor-centered-approaches-2/
CATEGORIES:Training and Awareness
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SUMMARY:Legal Advocacy: Rebuilding a Life After Childhood Trafficking
DESCRIPTION:Presented by: Paolo Annino\, JD\, PhD (Glass Professor of Public Interest Law @FSU College of Law) \,\nGigi Green\, Melody Andrews\, Daynica Harley \nREGISTER HERE: http://bit.ly/3jA8lsK
URL:https://surviveandthriveadvocacy.org/events/legal-advocacy-rebuilding-a-life-after-childhood-trafficking/
CATEGORIES:Children and Youth
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SUMMARY:Perspectives: The Impact of Sex Trafficking on Black Women & Girls
DESCRIPTION:Register Now for Monday’s Webinar in Recognition of Black History Month \nPerspectives: The Impact of Sex Trafficking on Black Women & Girls \nMonday\, Feb 22\, 2021 from 11am – 12:30pm \nPanelists:  \nMaire Norman\, Delores Barr Weaver Policy Center \nChanel Dione\, Delores Barr Weaver Policy Center \nModerated by: \nYolanda Pourciau\, Yolanda Speaks
URL:https://surviveandthriveadvocacy.org/events/perspectives-the-impact-of-sex-trafficking-on-black-women-girls/
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SUMMARY:Danger Warning!  Social Media and Sex Trafficking Recruitment
DESCRIPTION:The Big Bend Coalition Against Human Trafficking (BBCAHT) and The Survive and Thrive Advocacy Center (STAC)  invite you to participate in BBCAHT’s Monthly 3rd Friday Community Training Program \n  \nProgram: Danger Warning! Social Media and Sex Trafficking Recruitment \nDate: February 19\, 2021 \nThis free\, certificate webinar is one in a series that BBCAHT and STAC is organizing during this time of social distancing and to keep up our Third Friday training schedule. We are happy to extend this invitation to friends and colleagues throughout the Big Bend and beyond – please join us! Since the onset of the pandemic especially\, social media is increasingly being exploited to contact\, recruit\, and sell children and youth for sex. Some traffickers use online ads to target victims\, or they will send a friend/follow requests to young people in their region\, proceed to strike up a conversation\, and develop online friendships. These conversations may start off friendly and innocent\, but then the traffickers will begin to use manipulation to charm their potential victims. The online friendship quickly evolves to a romantic relationship\, and this is where the sextortion techniques are used to lure their victims into human trafficking. During this session\, attendees will learn to recognize signs of social media recruitment\, and how traffickers lure their victims on the internet. Attendees will learn about the dangers of popular social media dating sites and apps. This session will also discuss popular emojis and their hidden meaning used to communicate sexual gestures when texting or communicating on internet sites and social media apps. \nPresenter: Marina Anderson\, Florida Department of Children and Families Regional Human Trafficking\nCoordinator for Northeast and Northwest Regions. \nSponsors: STAC in affiliation with Big Bend Coalition Against Human Trafficking and the International\nRescue Committee. \nContact: STAC at stac@surviveandthriveadvocacy.org or 850-597-2080 \nPresentation PPT: Danger Warning! Social Media Sex Trafficking Recruitment is on the rise since Covid 19 pandemic \n \n\n\nSTAC needs your support to sustain these important webinars. Will you donate today? Each gift helps to bring this vital information to the many people who are empowering survivors and preventing human trafficking. The only way we can maintain these programs and this work is with YOUR help.\nSuggested donation: $20
URL:https://surviveandthriveadvocacy.org/events/social-media-and-sex-trafficking/
CATEGORIES:Labor Trafficking,Training and Awareness
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