Today, we’re spotlighting a local anti-trafficking organization: End Slavery Cincinnati!

Have you ever heard of "sex tourism?" Sex tourism is travel planned specifically for the purpose of sex, usually to a place where sex work is legal.

Today's tip for the individual advocate: Host a book club with books written by survivors!

The country of Haiti has experienced quite a year. Between political unrest and natural disasters, the country has had its share of problems. This isn't the first time Haiti has experienced such hardship, which has left around 60% of the population living under $3.30 a day. Between the already difficult circumstances and all of the recent troubles, people have been flocking to their neighboring country, the Dominican Republic in an effort to bring some stability and hope to their families.

Happy New Year from Timbelo! Our very first featured abolitionist of 2022 is Cierra Davis. Ms. Davis currently works as a Victim's Rights Advocate for the Ohio Crime Victim Justice Center.

When someone first hears about trafficking, the first thing they typically ask is "what can I do to help?" Their next questions usually deal with the aftermath of human trafficking situations. What happens to the survivor? And what about the trafficker? Thankfully, there is some legislation out there that aims to protect survivors and prosecute traffickers.

Today’s tip for the individual advocate: support suvivor advocates!

Every parent wants to live a life their child can be proud of. They want to be good role models, protect their children, and give them a wonderful life. Most parents are also willing to do whatever it takes to make that dream come true.

Megan Lundstrom is one of those parents.

This month, we’re spotlighting our very own Barbara Hogan!

Earlier this month, we shared the story of Carlos. Carlos was promised a wonderful job, a fresh start, and safety here in the United States. What he received when he arrived was the exact opposite. Sadly, Carlos' experience is far from rare. Today, we're sharing the story of Fainess Lipena.

There are many reasons why the human trafficking epidemic persists, and one of those reasons is that trafficking cases are notoriously difficult to prosecute. Due to the nature of this crime, trafficking situations can be hard to recognize in the first place, let alone prosecute in a court of law. So what do law enforcement and legal professionals look for to constitute human trafficking? They look to the "Act, Means, Purpose Model." This is a three pronged system for helping define trafficking.

Today's tip for the individual advocate: Contact your Elected Officials!

For many people, America is seen as "the land of opportunity." People come from all over for safety, financial opportunity, and the chance to start over. That's what Carlos was looking for when he was offered a job here in the United States.

This month’s featured abolitionist is Sharlene Graham!

Words hold incredible power. They are used to actively craft the world around us as stories are crafted from many different points of view, laws are written, debated, and passed, people exchange promises and secrets, and brand new discoveries are shared. The right words can make or break a person, an organization, or an entire movement. For all of these reasons, the words that we use when discussing human trafficking are of paramount importance.