A Cup of Hope
– Monthly Webinar Series

On March 23, 2020, the FBI National Press Office published the report, “School Closings Due to COVID-19 Present Potential for Increased Risk of Child Exploitation.” This sparked a conversation between MAP and fellow anti-trafficking organization, Hope Against Trafficking – What can we do to educate and protect our communities against rising concerns? Thus, “A Cup of Hope” was born. We decided to create a virtual space for community members and families to openly learn and discuss various human trafficking-related issues amidst the Coronavirus crisis. Through this ongoing dialogue, we aim to bring awareness and hope to an issue that seeks to manipulate and exploit.

Hosted by:
Hannah McPeak – Director of Education, Hope Against Trafficking
Emily Johnson – Program Coordinator, Michigan Abolitionist Project

Archive of Past Recordings:

        2020

1. April 1, 2020: How to Keep Kids Safe Online while Working from Home
   >> click here for additional resources!
2. April 8, 2020: (Part 1) What’s the Problem with Pornography?
3. April 15, 2020: (Part 2) How Porn Impacts Individuals, Relationships, and Society
4. April 22, 2020: (Part 3) How to Talk to Your Kids About Pornography
   Special Guest: Michael Joy, Perspectives Counseling
5. April 29, 2020: Decriminalization vs. Legalization of the Sex Industry
   Special Guest: Clarence Dass, Dass Law Firm
6. May 6, 2020: Lures of Predators (Part 1) – Victim Recruitment
7. May 13, 2020: Lures of Predators (Part 2) – Survivor Perspective
   Special Guest: Chrissy Hemphill, Program Director of Hope Against Trafficking
8. May 20, 2020: Lures of Predators (Part 3) – Juvenile Detention Centers
   Special Guest: Chelsie Coleman, Youth for Christ
9. May 27, 2020: Lures of Predators (Part 4) – Labor Trafficking
   Special Guest: Valentina Seeley, Regional Director of ICE
10. June 3, 2020: Demand (Part 1) – What Fuels Human Trafficking?
11. July 1, 2020: Demand (Part 2) – Shifting Focus, Holding Buyers Accountable
    Special Guest: Alisa Bernard, Organization for Prostitution Survivors (Seattle, WA)
12. August 5, 2020: Demand (Part 3) – Intervention and Diversion Tactics
    Special Guest: Eli Zucker, Seattle Against Slavery (Seattle, WA)
13. September 2, 2020: Uncovering the Truth – Wayfair & Other Potential HT Conspiracies 
    Special Guests: Stephanie Marroquin & Monica Krebs, Polaris/National Human Trafficking Hotline
14. September 10, 2020: (*BONUS EPISODE*) Uncovering the Truth – Live Q&A Session
    Special Guest: Christopher Szczygiel (DE) (FBI)
15. October 7, 2020:  The Bitter Side of “Sugar Dating”; Explained
    Special Guest: Robin Batten, Washtenaw Area Council for Children
16. November 4, 2020: A Guide to Ethical Shopping
    Special Guest: Emily Smith, Adored Boutique
17. December 2, 2020: The Role of Men in the Fight Against Sexual Exploitation
    Special Guests: Ed Price (MSP), David Traugott (Business Professional),
    &  Haris Ahmed (Physical Therapy Student)

    
    2021

18. January 6, 2021: Human Trafficking Awareness Month – It’s Time to Join the Movement!
    Special Guest: Joyce Haskett, Lived-Experience Expert/Survivor Leader
19. February 3, 2021: Should I Make an “OnlyFans” Account? Asking for a Friend…
    Special Guest: Robin Batten, Washtenaw Area Council for Children
20. March 3, 2021: History of the Women’s Rights Movement
    Special Guest: Dr. Celia Williamson, Emancipation Nation Network
21. April 7, 2021: Decriminalization of Sex Buying – What’s Next for Washtenaw County?
    Special Guest: Margaret (Peg) Talburtt, PhD
22. August 4, 2021: Reality and Risks for Runaway and Homeless Youth (RHY)
    Special Guest: May Freck, Common Ground
    >> Click here for additional resources!
23. September 15, 2021: Safely Navigating the Digital Landscape
    Special Guest: David Mehi, Google Cloud Architect
    >> Click here for David’s PPT slides with additional resources!
24. October 13, 2021: Racism & Misogyny – Exploitation of Asian Women in Illicit Massage Businesses
    Special Guests: Missy Weismann, SEE: Solutions to End Exploitation
    &  Daniel Russell, Trion Solutions
    >> Click here for further research on the Illicit Massage Industry
25. November 3, 2021: Human Trafficking Legislation in Michigan
    Special Guest: Kelly Carter, Assistant Attorney General
    
26. December 8, 2021: Beginners Guide to Ethical Shopping
    Special Guest: Heather McGannon, Michigan Abolitionist Project
    >> Click here for our “2021 List of Michigan Ethical Storefronts”
    

    
    2022

27. January 5, 2022: Human Trafficking Awareness Month
    Special Guest: Karen Hanks, LMSW, Bethany Christian Services
28. February 9, 2022: Sex Trafficking and the Hidden Wounds of Trauma
    Special Guest: Felecia Berry, LMSW, Counselor Behavioral Health,
    Ascension Southeast MI Community Health
    >> Additional Resources: Domestic Violence Wheel – Children; What’s Your ACE Score;
    ACE Score and Resilience Assessment; How to Support Someone Who Has Experienced Trauma
29. June 15, 2022: Addiction, PTSD, & Recovery amongst Sex Trade Survivors
    Special Guests: Brigette Henderson, BSW, Lived-Experience Expert
    &  Allison Mercer, Victim Advocate – HT, Common Ground
30. July 13, 2022: Labor Trafficking: A Multi-Faceted Approach
    Special Guest: Jacob Swier, Community Outreach & Planning Specialist,
    Wage & Hour Division, U.S. Department of Labor
31. AUGUST 2022: BACK TO SCHOOL – 5 Weeks of Cyber Safety Tips & Resources!
32. October 12, 2022: Intimate Partner Violence: Domestic Violence vs. Human Trafficking
    Special Guest: Bobbie Benton, DV Survivor & Advocate, Wenning Touch Advocacy Agency
    & Mollie Sheptanko, Intern w/ MAP, CATW, and Love146
    >> Click here for list of resources referenced throughout episode!
33. November 9, 2022: Ethical Shopping: An Easy Way to Get Involved this Holiday Season
    Special Guest: Heidi VanderWal, Founder of Crowned Free

You can also visit Hope Against Trafficking on YouTube for the video recordings of each episode.