The Freedom Coalition brings together experienced community advocates and professionals for a unified approach to addressing human trafficking in Michigan. Our vision is to eradicate human trafficking through collaborative efforts in the areas of prevention, training, demand abatement, survivor support, and community awareness and engagement. The Freedom Coalition plans to meet virtually the 4th Tuesday of every other month for the sharing of new research, best practices, case studies, education, and specialized training. Consider joining our network!
Virtual Freedom Coalition Meeting
November 30th, 5:30 pm (EST)
Featured Presentation:
The Power of Film: Using Film to Promote Healing with Survivors of Commercial Sexual Exploitation
Point of View Story (POVS) creates guided series of psychoeducational films used to increase awareness, deepen trauma processing, and reduce re-exploitation for survivors of commercial sexual exploitation and trafficking (CSE). The short films coupled with a facilitator guide equips service providers with an intervention tool to address therapeutic stuck points and enhance the healing process. >> They are excited to officially launch their intervention tool this November at the Shared Hope JuST Conference! (click to download POVS flyer)
Guest Speakers:
Emily Taylor-Ginger, LCSW, LMSW-C
Emily is a licensed clinical social worker and mental health therapist who began working in the anti-trafficking field in 2013. She has worked alongside survivors of CSE ages 12-50 providing therapy, groups, case management, and advocacy. She has participated in anti-trafficking research, policy directives, curriculum development, and education and training in addition to her clinical practice. Emily offers her expertise in the field of mental health, trauma-informed/ healing-centered care, and working directly alongside survivors of CSE and complex trauma.
Mark Steenbarger, MFA-Film
Mark became involved in anti-trafficking work in 2018 after his wife, Jill, began working as a case manager serving trafficked youth. Mark has a passion to create moments through story and film that evoke healing and growth. As a filmmaker, director, producer, and creative, Mark uses his talent and skill to artfully craft, produce, and execute story through film. In addition to his nearly 30 years of creating meaningful moments through art, Mark received his MFA in film in 2021.
For more information about POVS and how you can access their films, visit their website and social media pages at: pointofviewstory.com/films + instagram.com/pointofviewstory/
