Lake Orion - How Many Slaves Work for You? (private event)
2022-04-28 07:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | Lake Orion United Methodist Church, 140 E. Flint, Lake Orion, MI, 48362, United States
April 28, 2022 ZONTA – North Oakland/PontiacLocation: Lake Orion United Methodist Church
How Many Slaves Work for You? (Labor Trafficking Presentation)
Provided by Dawn Ames, Lake Orion/Oxford MAP Community Group Leader

*This event is not open to the public.

Survivors Speak Michigan Advocacy Day 2022 (CSSJ)
2022-04-28 09:00 - 14:00 | Michigan State Capitol Building, 100 N Capitol Ave, Lansing, MI, 48933, United States
Michigan Abolitionist Project is proud to support and participate in the Survivors Speak Michigan Advocacy Day & Healing Vigil 2022 – Hosted and organized by Crime Survivors for Safety and Justice (CSSJ). Visit www.cssj.org to learn more.

Lake Orion - Human Trafficking 101 (private event)
2022-04-30 | Lake Orion United Methodist Church, 140 E. Flint, Lake Orion, MI, 48362, United States
April 30, 2022
United Methodist Women
East Winds District Annual Prayer BreakfastLocation: Lake Orion United Methodist Church
Human Trafficking 101 presented by Dawn Ames,
Lake Orion/Oxford MAP Community Group Leader

*This event is not open to the public.

Troy Community Group - "Men Who Buy Sex, Everybody Pays" Film Screening
2022-05-10 19:00 - 20:30 | Bridge Community Church, 5700 Rochester Rd., Troy, MI, United States
Troy Community Group
If you live in Troy (or a neighboring city in Oakland County) and are looking for ways to get involved in the anti-trafficking movement here in Michigan, consider joining MAP’s Troy Community Group! We are everyday people using our gifts, talents, and resources, to help prevent and end human trafficking in our local community – and beyond!
Community Group Meeting:
Tuesday, May 10, 7:00-8:30 pm

What can we do as a society to help “end the demand” for human trafficking?
On May 10, our group will watch the new documentary “Men Who Buy Sex, Everybody Pays” produced by the Wayne County Medical Society Foundation. (Click here to watch the trailer!) In addition to interviewing survivors, the documentary features local anti-trafficking leaders, including MAP’s Executive Director, Kathy Maitland. The content is sensitive, but it’s crucial to learn about if we want to effectively prevent and end human trafficking. The video is 1 hour long. We will watch it together in person and on Zoom and have a short follow-up discussion afterward. We hope you will consider joining us!

Attend in Person:
Bridge Community Church
5700 Rochester Road, Troy, MI 48085
Or, Join virtually via Zoom:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82368379850
Meeting ID: 823 6837 9850
Passcode: [REDACTED]

If you would like to view this documentary on your own, click here

If you’d like to stay connected with the Troy Community Group, you can email them directly at troy@map-mi.org or sign-up for their email list (“Community Group: Troy”) to have invites to future meetings and events sent straight to your inbox.

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MAP Community Groups consist of compassionate and motivated citizens who volunteer together to address human trafficking in their community. Community Groups meet regularly for ongoing training, conducting awareness activities, and engaging in service projects within the local community. No commitment is required, stop by during their next meeting to be a part of the action!
Through Community Groups we seek to build a collaborative network that helps people use their gifts, talents, and resources to more effectively address human trafficking and its root causes. Consider joining this important work within the anti-trafficking movement in Michigan!

Utica - Human Trafficking 101 (private event)
2022-05-11 | Utica United Methodist Church, 8650 Canal Road, Sterling Heights, MI, 48314, United States
May 11, 2022 United Methodist Women – Utica United Methodist ChurchHuman Trafficking 101 presented by Dawn Ames,
Lake Orion/Oxford MAP Community Group

*This event is not open to the public.

Volunteer Interest Meeting (virtual)
2022-05-12 19:00 - 20:00, 2022-06-02 19:00 - 20:00 | Zoom Meeting, MI, United States
Looking for ways to get involved in the fight against human trafficking?
MAP and Vista Maria have numerous volunteer-based initiatives that are in need of passionate advocates just like you!
During our virtual Volunteer Interest Meetings, staff from MAP and Vista Maria provide a brief overview of our programs in order to help you find the volunteer opportunity that is right for you. Join us in learning how you can use your unique gifts, talents, and resources to help prevent and end human trafficking in your community!

Can’t make it this month? No worries, these meetings are held on the first Thursday of every month. Click the button to register for any of our scheduled meetings.
We hope you will consider joining us!

Virtual - Training for Van Buren School Social Workers (SW MI)
2022-05-13 12:30 - 14:30 | Webinar, MI, United States
May 13, 2022 | 12:30-2:30pm EST.
Virtual human trafficking training for Van Buren school social workers – provided by Heather McGannon, MAP Program Coordinator.

Hosted by: MASSW- Region B

Mid-Michigan Community Group
2022-05-23 19:00 - 20:00 | MI, United States
Mid-Michigan Community Group
If you live in the Mid-Michigan area (Midland, Saginaw, Bay City) and are looking
for ways to help prevent and end human trafficking in your community,
join MAP’s Mid-Michigan Community Group!
Monthly Meeting:
Monday, May 23rd, 7:00 pm
Stay tuned for meeting location and other details!
The Mid-Michigan Community Group typically meets on the 4th Monday of every month.
If you’d like to stay connected with the Mid-Michigan Community Group, you can join their Facebook Group or sign-up for their email list (“Community Group: Mid-Michigan”) to have invites to any future meetings and events sent straight to your inbox.

We hope you will consider joining us!
Contact midland@map-mi.org for further details or questions.

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MAP Community Groups consist of compassionate and motivated citizens who volunteer together to address human trafficking in their community. Community Groups meet regularly for ongoing training, conducting awareness activities, and engaging in service projects within the local community. Through Community Groups we seek to build a collaborative network that helps people use their gifts, talents, and resources to more effectively address human trafficking and its root causes. Consider joining this important work within the anti-trafficking movement in Michigan!

2022 EMPOWER CONFERENCE (virtual)
2022-05-25 09:00 - 15:00 | Webinar, MI, United States
Wednesday, May 25th, 2022
VIRTUAL EMPOWER CONFERENCE
DEMAND CHANGE | ABOLISH DEMAND
Brought to you in partnership by:
Michigan Abolitionist Project & Measurable Change
Gather with us virtually this year as we welcome survivor leaders and other experts in the field to discuss sex and labor trafficking demand reduction strategies on a national and state level. No matter your role, involvement, or commitment to this work, hold on to hope! Victories are being won in dark spaces and momentum is growing to see demand eradicated entirely.
Will you join us as we work together to build a future free from exploitation?

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American Baptist Women's Conference (private event)
2022-06-04 13:00 - 14:00 | MI, United States
American Baptist Women’s Conference
This is a PRIVATE faith-based event for women to discuss how Christ-followers can be the light in dark places. MAP representative, Cindy Evans, will provide a breakout session on human trafficking awareness and prevention.

Detroit - Human Trafficking Forum (ASALH)
2022-06-12 14:00 - 17:00 | Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History, 315 E. Warren Ave., Detroit, MI, 48201, United States
ASALH-Detroit (Association for the Study of African American Life and History) in partnership with The Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History invite you to attend a forum…

MODERN ENSLAVEMENT / HUMAN TRAFFICKING
Sunday, June 12th • 2:00 5:00 pm
315 E. Warren Ave. Detroit, MI 48201
Featuring an expert panel discussion, preventative strategies, and other resources.

This event is FREE and open to the public! Click the image or button for further details.

A Cup of Hope: Webinar Series
2022-06-15 12:00 - 12:30 | LIVE on Facebook, MI, United States
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A CUP OF HOPE | WEBINAR SERIES
[ Episode #29 ]
Wednesday, June 15th, 12:00 pm
SUBSTANCE ADDICTION, PTSD, & RECOVERY
AMONGST SURVIVORS OF THE SEX TRADE
What is life after the sex trade and what does recovery truly look like for survivors? Join us for a LIVE discussion as we unpack the reality of substance abuse/addiction, PTSD, and other health concerns within the commercial sex industry. Local experts will explore key factors that may make someone more susceptible to entering the life, barriers that keep them from leaving, and the scope of exit strategies and services needed in order for survivors to find true freedom and recovery from the sex trade. This is one discussion you won’t want to miss!
Featured Guests:
Brigette Henderson, BSW
Lived Experience Expert/Survivor Leader
Allison Mercer
Victim Advocate – Human Trafficking
Common Ground

This series of live-streamed conversations was created in partnership with Hope Against Trafficking.
Together, we seek to educate the community on the realities of human trafficking.
Click here to view past episode recordings!

A Cup of Hope: Webinar Series
2022-06-15 12:00 - 13:00 | LIVE on Facebook, MI, United States
A CUP OF HOPE
Wed, June 15th, 12:00 pm
More details coming soon!

This series of live-streamed conversations was created in partnership with Hope Against Trafficking in an effort to bring perspective and build awareness on all things human trafficking.
Click here to view past episode recordings!

Holland Community Group
2022-06-23 19:00 - 20:30 | Zeeland Biggby, 501 W Main Ave., Zeeland, MI, 49464, United States
Holland Community Group
If you live in Allegan, Ottawa, Muskegon, or Kent County and are looking for ways to help prevent and end human trafficking in your community, consider joining MAP’s Holland Community Group! Meetings are typically held on the 2nd Thursday of every month at 7:00 p.m.
Monthly Meeting:
Thursday, June 23rd, at 7 p.m.
Location: Zeeland Biggby
501 W Main Ave, Zeeland, MI 49464

During our meeting, we will continue our planning for the upcoming Freedom Marketplace (ethical shopping event supporting local artisans and small businesses in effort to bring awareness to labor trafficking). For this event, we are still in need of vendors, volunteers, donations and most importantly: ATTENDEES! Please share our Facebook event and rsvp. The more people who know about this event, the more successful this can be for our community! Attend our planning meeting on June 23rd if you would like to help.
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If you’d like to stay connected with MAP’s Holland Community Group, you can sign-up for their email list (“Community Group: Holland”) to have invites to any future meetings and events sent straight to your inbox – or join their Facebook Group! If you would like to contact the Holland Community Group Leader directly, please email holland@map-mi.org

We hope you will consider joining us!

MAP Community Groups consist of compassionate and motivated citizens who volunteer together to address human trafficking in their community. Community Groups meet regularly for ongoing training, conducting awareness activities, and engaging in service projects within the local community. Through Community Groups we seek to build a collaborative network that helps people use their gifts, talents, and resources to more effectively address human trafficking and its root causes. Consider joining this important work within the anti-trafficking movement in Michigan!

A Cup of Hope: Webinar Series
2022-07-13 12:00 - 13:00 | LIVE on Facebook, MI, United States
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A CUP OF HOPE | WEBINAR SERIES
[ Episode #30 ]
Wednesday, July 13th, 12:00 pm
LABOR TRAFFICKING: A MULTI-FACETED APPROACH

Join us for a LIVE discussion as we explore the facets of labor trafficking in Michigan, how the U.S. Department of Labor investigates these cases, and how we can help report and further prevent labor trafficking from occurring in our communities.

Featured Guest:
JACOB SWIER
Community Outreach & Planning Specialist
Wage & Hour Division, U.S. Department of Labor
Jacob has been a Community Outreach and Planning Specialist for the U.S. Department of Labor, Wage and Hour Division since 2018. In that role he educates and provides technical assistance to workers, employers, advocates, and other stakeholders. He provides sensible compliance solutions for employers and ensures workers better understand their rights with a distinct emphasis on reaching vulnerable, underserved communities. Jacob is also on the Labor Trafficking Impact Group for SEE.

This series of live-streamed conversations was created in partnership with Hope Against Trafficking.
Together, we seek to educate the community on the realities of human trafficking.
Click here to view past episode recordings!

Holland: Freedom Marketplace
2022-08-20 10:00 - 14:00 | Kollen Park, 250 Kollen Park Dr., Holland, MI, 49423, United States
HOLLAND COMMUNITY GROUP
FREEDOM MARKETPLACE
August 20th, 2022
10:00 am – 2:00 pm
250 Kollen Park Dr., Holland, MI
>> Visit Facebook Event for more info! <<
The Freedom Marketplace is a fair trade event that provides community members an opportunity to support local artisans and small businesses while learning about labor trafficking and ethical shopping. The growing consumer awareness of the impact of modern-day slavery in our daily lives demonstrates that success awaits a business that invests in fair labor. The more people who know about this event, the more successful this can be for our community.
Please like, share, and RSVP to our event on Facebook!
VENDORS & VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!
If interested, please contact holland@map-mi.org

Vendors: We are looking for local artisans and small business owners who would like to participate! All vendor fees will be donated to MAP to further fund their efforts to education and raise awareness about human trafficking in Michigan. Any vendor who is wiling to donate their service/time such as kids face painting, henna, bounce house, etc. will have their vendor fee waived! Services can still be charged to guests at a reasonable rate. If interested, please contact holland@map-mi.org for application and further details.

We hope you will consider joining us!

Mid-Michigan Community Group
2022-08-22 19:00 - 20:30 | Zoom Meeting, MI, United States
Mid-Michigan Community Group
If you live in the Mid-Michigan area (Midland, Saginaw, Bay City) and are looking
for ways to help prevent and end human trafficking in your community,
join MAP’s Mid-Michigan Community Group!
Monthly Meeting:
Monday, August 22nd, 7:00 pm
Consider joining us as we discuss future SOAP projects and other ways we are working together to prevent and end human trafficking in our community. No previous experience is necessary, all are welcome to attend!

We hope you will consider joining us!

The Mid-Michigan Community Group typically meets on the 4th Monday of every month.
If you’d like to stay connected with the Mid-Michigan Community Group, you can join their Facebook Group or sign-up for their email list (“Community Group: Mid-Michigan”).

Contact midland@map-mi.org for further details or questions.

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MAP Community Groups consist of compassionate and motivated citizens who volunteer together to address human trafficking in their community. Community Groups meet regularly for ongoing training, conducting awareness activities, and engaging in service projects within the local community. Through Community Groups we seek to build a collaborative network that helps people use their gifts, talents, and resources to more effectively address human trafficking and its root causes. Consider joining this important work within the anti-trafficking movement in Michigan!

SOAP Up - Detroit Auto Show
2022-08-27 09:30 - 13:00 | NorthRidge Church, 49555 North Territorial Road, Plymouth, MI, 48170, United States
SOAP Up – Detroit Auto Show | Hotel Outreach Event
Saturday, August 27th, 2022 | Northridge Church, Plymouth
Event Details
Did you know that nearly one million people will flood into the metro-Detroit area during the Detroit Auto Show this year? If so, then you’ll likely know large events like this often lead to an increased demand for commercial sex in the area as well… This is why we need your help! Join us as we educate local hotel staff about human trafficking and equip them with resources to help identify and report suspected cases of sex trafficking during the week of the Detroit Auto Show (Sep 14-25).
On the day of outreach (Aug 27), volunteers will help label bars of soap and makeup wipes with the national hotline# and then go out in teams to deliver the materials to over 250 hotels/motels throughout the Metro-Detroit area (labeled soaps and makeup wipes will be distributed to hotel rooms during the week of the Auto Show by hotel staff). While delivering soaps/makeup wipes to assigned hotels, volunteers will also educate front desk staff on the signs of human trafficking and share local “missing teen posters” that will be used by staff to identify any missing youth/potential victims during the Detroit Auto Show as well.
No previous experience necessary – training* (and breakfast) will be provided to volunteers on site! Gather a group of friends, family members, or co-workers and register to join us… We need LOTS of participants* (men and women) to help make this outreach event a success!!
*Training is appropriate for middle school-aged and older. Participants must be 16+ to go to hotels with an adult.
CLICK HERE TO VIEW THE EVENT FLYER
Unable to attend but still want to help? Click the button to make a general donation – or donate a case of soap, face wipes, or other outreach supplies needed 😀 Your support is greatly appreciated!
Agenda
Saturday, August 27th, 2022 (Northridge Church)
9:30 am | Registration & Breakfast
10 am – 11 am | Label soaps & wipes, make the folders for hotels
11 am – 12 pm | Volunteer Training (basic HT 101, instructions for visiting hotels, etc.)
12:00 pm | Drive to hotels to deliver information, supplies, and posters (1-2 hours)
COVID Restrictions
We will be keeping an eye out for what local requirements are for COVID restrictions. If you have not been vaccinated, we ask that you wear a mask to protect others. We will be socially distancing as much as possible and have hand sanitizers available at the tables.

A Cup of Hope: Webinar Series
2022-09-07 12:00 - 13:00 | LIVE on Facebook, MI, United States
A CUP OF HOPE

Wednesday, September 7th, 12 pm
More details coming soon!

This series of live-streamed conversations was created in partnership with Hope Against Trafficking in an effort to bring perspective and build awareness on all things human trafficking.
Click here to view past episode recordings!

Mid-Michigan Community Group
2022-09-26 20:00 - 21:00 | New Life Vinyard Church, 1014 E. Ashman St., Midland, MI, United States
Mid-Michigan Community Group
If you are a Midland, Saginaw, or Bay City resident, consider joining our Mid-Michigan Community Group! We are compassionate and motivated citizens who learn and work together to address human trafficking in our community.
Monthly Meeting:
Monday, September 26th, 8:00 pm

Click HERE to Join Zoom Meeting!
Meeting ID: 885 5486 9013
Passcode: [REDACTED]

Come join us as we make plans for our Fall SOAP outreach event. No previous experience or human trafficking knowledge is necessary to participate. Learn how something as simple as soap can help a victim of human trafficking!

The Mid-Michigan Community Group typically meets the 4th Monday of every month.
If you would like to stay connected, consider joining their Facebook Group or sign-up for their email list (“Community Group: Mid-Michigan”) to have invites to future meetings and events sent straight to your inbox. For further details or questions, please contact midland@map-mi.org

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MAP Community Groups consist of compassionate and motivated citizens who volunteer together to address human trafficking in their community. Community Groups meet regularly for ongoing training, conducting awareness activities, and engaging in service projects within the local community. Through Community Groups we seek to build a collaborative network that helps people use their gifts, talents, and resources to more effectively address human trafficking and its root causes.

Freedom Coalition
2022-09-27 17:30 - 19:00 | Zoom Meeting, MI, United States
The purpose of MAP’s Freedom Coalition is to bring together experienced community advocates and professionals for a unified and comprehensive approach to addressing human trafficking in Michigan. Our vision is to eradicate human trafficking through collaborative efforts in the areas of demand abatement, survivor support, school outreach, and community awareness and engagement.
We plan to meet virtually the 4th Tuesday of every other month for the sharing of statewide updates, best practices, new research and resources, specialized training, and more. Attendees are also provided time to network and share updates with one another.
Freedom Coalition Meeting
Tuesday, September 27th, 2022
5:30 – 7:00 pm *virtual

Featured presentation:
Sanctum House
A Sanctuary for Survivors of Human Trafficking
Join us as special guests from Sanctum House share organization-based updates, important information on their programs, and details about their new partnership opportunities, including Community Partnerships, Professional Partnerships, and Educational/Research Partnerships. Additional time for Q&A will be provided, as well as the opportunity for attendees to introduce themselves and connect with one another. Click here to visit website

Presented by:
Karen G. Moore
Executive Director, Sanctum House
Karen Moore is a graduate of Michigan State University and was a global executive at Ford Motor Company. She went on to be the President/CEO of Ladywood High School and subsequently became the Executive Director at Sanctum House. Karen and her team developed the programs and processes to open the 24-month integrated care safe house for adult women victims of human trafficking. Sanctum House provides 24/7 coverage and offers mental healthcare, physical healthcare, substance use disorder support, legal support, life skills training, educational opportunities, spiritual growth and employment opportunities. She is a member of the Michigan Human Trafficking Task Force, a member of US Representative Brenda Lawrence’s Women’s Advisory Committee, a Board member of The Pearls of Great Price Coalition and is certified by the US Government to train on human trafficking on behalf of Health & Human Services.

Jennifer L. Baenziger
Chief Marketing Officer, Sanctum House
Jennifer worked at Volkswagen of America while obtaining her Bachelor of Business from Walsh School of Business. Her career included management and senior Level positions within Project Management, Human Resources and Sales and Marketing. In addition, Jennifer has her own consulting business and began fundraising and consulting for Sanctum House in late 2016. Sanctum House, a long-term residential program in Oakland County for women survivors of human trafficking. She led the first in-person fundraiser benefiting Sanctum House in 2017 which helped to provide resources for it’s opening. She continues to lead the Marketing and Fundraising efforts for Sanctum House and its team.

Consider joining our network! Sign-up for the Freedom Coalition email list to have announcements and future meeting invites sent straight to your inbox.

Holland Community Group
2022-09-29 19:00 - 20:00 | Zeeland Biggby, 501 W Main Ave., Zeeland, MI, 49464, United States
Holland Community Group
If you live or work in Allegan, Ottawa, Muskegon, or Kent County, then consider joining our Holland Community Group! We are compassionate and motivated citizens who volunteer together to address human trafficking in our community. There is no previous experience or knowledge of human trafficking required to participate. We meet on a monthly basis for ongoing training and outreach/event planning – we would love to have you join us!
Monthly Meeting:
Thursday, September 29, at 7:00 pm
Location: Biggby Coffee
501 W Main Ave, Zeeland, MI 49464

If you would like to stay connected with MAP’s Holland Community Group, consider joining their Facebook Group or sign-up for their email list (“Community Group: Holland”) to have invites to any future meetings and events sent straight to your inbox. For further questions, please contact the Holland CG Leader directly at holland@map-mi.org

MAP Community Groups consist of compassionate and motivated citizens who volunteer together to address human trafficking in their community. Community Groups meet regularly for ongoing training, conducting awareness activities, and engaging in service projects within the local community. Through Community Groups we seek to build a collaborative network that helps people use their gifts, talents, and resources to more effectively address human trafficking and its root causes.

St. Joseph- Law Enforcement CIT Training (not open to the public)
2022-09-30 09:00 - 11:00 | MI, United States

Troy Community Group
2022-10-11 19:00 - 20:30 | Bridge Community Church, 5700 Rochester Rd., Troy, MI, United States
Troy Community Group
Do you live in Troy or any of the surrounding cities? Then consider joining MAP’s Troy Community Group! We are compassionate and motivated citizens who volunteer together to address human trafficking in our local community. We host ongoing meetings for training, outreach planning, and much more. Stop by sometime to be a part of the action! No previous experience is necessary.
Community Group Meeting:
Tuesday, October 11th, 7:00 – 8:30 pm
Attend in Person: Bridge Community Church
5700 Rochester Road, Troy, MI 48085
– OR –
Attend Online: Register in advance for this meeting
The link to join will be sent to you in a confirmation email.

If you would like to stay connected with the Troy Community Group, you can sign-up for their email list to have invites to future meetings and events sent straight to your inbox. If you have further questions, please contact the Troy Community Group Leader directly at troy@map-mi.org

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Through Community Groups, MAP seeks to build a collaborative network that helps people use their gifts, talents, and resources to more effectively address human trafficking and its root causes. Consider joining this important work within the anti-trafficking movement in Michigan!

A Cup of Hope: Webinar Series
2022-10-12 12:00 - 12:30 | LIVE on Facebook, MI, United States
A CUP OF HOPE
Wednesday, October 12th, at 12 pm
Intimate Partner Violence:
When Sexual Abuse & Exploitation Collide

Regardless of if you personally know a victim/survivor of human trafficking, data from the CDC’s National Intimate Partner and Sexual Violence Survey (2017) indicates that “In the U.S., about 1 in 3 women and nearly 1 in 6 men have experienced some form of contact sexual violence during their lifetime.” Unfortunately, intimate partner violence is much more common than we often think…
But have hope! Prevention is possible. We have invited lived-experience expert, Bobbie Benton, to share with us the striking similarities between domestic violence and human trafficking, the key elements that set them apart, and the myths that often keep sexually violent crimes hidden in the dark. Join us as we take steps towards recognizing abuse and preventing potential exploitation. The resources and tips shared during this webinar may just be the key to saving someone’s life!

Featured Guest:
Bobbie Benton, Domestic Violence Survivor & Advocate
Bobbie Benton is an enthusiastic and bright-spirited burst of sunshine, with a compassionate heart to help others. She is a natural advocate with over 20 years of experience in the human service field working with various populations including adjudicated youth, young adults transitioning out of the foster care system, domestic violence survivors, returning citizens, individuals with disabilities, and at-risk youth.
She is a domestic violence survivor, and her experience gave her the courage to step out on faith and become a DV advocate. She uses her experience, knowledge, and testimony to empower, encourage, and help others in their domestic violence situations. In May 2020, Bobbie created the Stop Domestic Violence Program at Alternatives for Girls, this grant-funded initiative exceeded expectations.
Bobbie continues on her Domestic Violence Advocacy journey and started Wenning Touch Advocacy, a non-profit Domestic Violence and Human Service Advocacy Agency. Bobbie leads with honesty, integrity, and empathy and stands in the gap for the vulnerable and underserved through advocacy, education, and empowerment, providing services with a Wenning Touch! Bobbie hones her craft by participating in ongoing training and education related to advocacy and human services, she also earned her Associate’s Degree in Mental Health and Social work at Oakland Community College, a Bachelor of Science degree at Rochester College in Counseling and Psychology, and a certification in Civil Mediation.

Virtual discussion, LIVE on MAP’s Facebook page
Participate in our discussion by submitting questions and feedback in the video comments!

This series of live-streamed conversations was created in partnership with Hope Against Trafficking in an effort to bring perspective and build awareness on all things human trafficking.
Click here to view past episode recordings!

Mid-Michigan Community Group
2022-10-24 20:00 - 21:00 | New Life Vinyard Church, 1014 E. Ashman St., Midland, MI, United States
Mid-Michigan Community Group
If you are a Midland, Saginaw, or Bay City resident, consider joining our Mid-Michigan Community Group! We are compassionate and motivated citizens who learn and work together to address human trafficking in our community.
Monthly Meeting:
Monday, October 24th, 8:00 pm
Location: New Life Vinyard Church
1014 E Ashman St, Midland, MI 48642
Come join us as we make plans for our next SOAP outreach event. No previous experience or human trafficking knowledge is necessary to participate. Learn how something as simple as soap can help a victim of human trafficking!

The Mid-Michigan Community Group typically meets the 4th Monday of every month.
If you would like to stay connected, consider joining their Facebook Group or sign-up for their email list (“Community Group: Mid-Michigan”) to have invites to future meetings and events sent straight to your inbox. For further details or questions, please contact midland@map-mi.org

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MAP Community Groups consist of compassionate and motivated citizens who volunteer together to address human trafficking in their community. Community Groups meet regularly for ongoing training, conducting awareness activities, and engaging in service projects within the local community. Through Community Groups we seek to build a collaborative network that helps people use their gifts, talents, and resources to more effectively address human trafficking and its root causes.

Holland Community Group
2022-10-27 19:00 - 20:00 | Zeeland Biggby, 501 W Main Ave., Zeeland, MI, 49464, United States
Holland Community Group
If you live or work in Allegan, Ottawa, Muskegon, or Kent County, then consider joining our Holland Community Group! We are compassionate and motivated citizens who volunteer together to address human trafficking in our community. There is no previous experience or knowledge of human trafficking required to participate. We meet on a monthly basis for ongoing training and outreach/event planning – we would love to have you join us!
Monthly Meeting:
Thursday, October 27th, at 7:00 pm
Location: Biggby Coffee
501 W Main Ave, Zeeland, MI 49464

If you would like to stay connected with MAP’s Holland Community Group, consider joining their Facebook Group or sign-up for their email list (“Community Group: Holland”) to have invites to any future meetings and events sent straight to your inbox. For further questions, please contact the Holland CG Leader directly at holland@map-mi.org
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MAP Community Groups consist of compassionate and motivated citizens who volunteer together to address human trafficking in their community. Community Groups meet regularly for ongoing training, conducting awareness activities, and engaging in service projects within the local community. Through Community Groups we seek to build a collaborative network that helps people use their gifts, talents, and resources to more effectively address human trafficking and its root causes.

Alternative Holiday Gift Fair (Lansing)
2022-11-05 10:00 - 14:00 | Human Trafficking Presentation (Lansing), 1900 Boston Blvd, Lansing, MI, 48910, United States
Alternative Holiday Gift Fair
with Bake Sale
Saturday, November 5, 2022
10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Hosted by:
Grace United Methodist Church
1900 Boston Blvd, Lansing, MI 48910

The Alternative Holiday Gift Fair is a great way to support non-profit & fair trade merchants from all over the world. Featuring items made by survivors of trafficking and abuse, and other goods made by global artisans struggling to support their families.

Bake Sale proceeds go to local food banks.
Children’s activities are also provided.

Cup of Hope: Webinar Series
2022-11-09 12:00 - 13:00 | LIVE on Facebook, MI, United States
*Our very last episode!
A CUP OF HOPE
WED, NOVEMBER 9TH, 12 PM
Ethical Shopping: An Easy Way to Get Involved
in the Anti-Trafficking Movement this Holiday Season

Make your list, check it twice, then listen to this episode! In this Cup of Hope episode, we are joined by Heidi VanderWal, Founder of Crowned Free. Crowned Free’s mission is to end human trafficking through ethical fashion and gifts. They design and sell products made by fair trade artisan groups as well as survivors of human trafficking.
We are excited to sit down with Heidi to talk about trafficking and exploitation in the fashion industry, what her organization is doing to help stop it, and how YOU can be a part of ending human trafficking simply by checking your Christmas list this year.

Featured Guest:
Heidi VanderWal
Founder of Crowned Free
As Chief Crown Officer and Founder of Crowned Free, Heidi loves to spread her passion for ethical fashion and empowering women. For over 20 years, Heidi has been inspiring hundreds of women to own and operate their own businesses. She truly has an entrepreneurial spirit and a heart for supporting other women. Heidi’s exuberance for shopping, fashion, and the color PINK are overshadowed only by her desire to help other women live out their own purpose and passions. Heidi is a natural leader, focused and passionate, lighting up the world around her with contagious joy and gratitude for each day. She is married to her sweetheart, Mark, who is not only a fellow dreamer, realtor, and entrepreneur but her biggest supporter. Together they have two sons, and a daughter who are pursuing their own God-given dreams and passions. One thing’s for sure: Spend enough time with this crew and you’ll be sure to walk away encouraged, empowered, and inspired to dream even bigger!

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