Holland - Human Trafficking 101 (Herrick District Library)
2023-01-11 18:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Herrick District Library, 300 South River, Holland, MI, 49423, United States
Human Trafficking 101
January 11, 2023 | 6:00 – 8:00 PM
Herrick Main Library (HBH Auditorium)
300 South River, Holland, MI 49423
In recognition of January being National Slavery and Human Trafficking Prevention Month, Herrick District Library will welcome Ashleigh O’Donnell, Michigan Abolitionist Project’s Holland Community Group Leader, for a presentation on human trafficking. The Michigan Abolitionist Project is a nonprofit organization working to prevent and end human trafficking in Michigan and beyond and aims to educate, engage, and eradicate human trafficking. A question and answer period will follow the presentation. No registration is required.
Click here to visit the Herrick District Library website for more info.

Holland Community Group
2023-01-19 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 for you to join us!
Monthly Meeting:
Thursday, January 19th, 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.

Holland Community Group (*RESCHEDULED)
2023-03-13 19:00 - 20:00, 2023-04-13 19:00 - 20:00, 2023-05-11 19:00 - 20:00 | Zeeland Biggby, 501 W Main Ave., Zeeland, MI, 49464, United States
Holland Community Group
MAP’s Holland Community Group is proud to be part of the Ottawa County Human Trafficking Task Force and the larger movement to end human trafficking in Michigan. We hope you will join us and become part of this amazing community!

Are you passionate about fighting human trafficking in your area? Do you want to join a group of caring and dedicated volunteers who are making a difference? If you live or work in Allegan, Ottawa, Muskegon, or Kent County, we invite you to join our Holland Community Group! We are a friendly and supportive group of people who learn and work together to raise awareness and prevent human trafficking in our community. No previous experience or knowledge is required to join. We have regular meetings throughout the year where we offer training and plan outreach events.
We are currently making plans for our upcoming Holland Freedom Marketplace on Saturday, August 19th! If you love to shop, this is a great opportunity to support fair trade businesses and local artisans while learning about labor trafficking and how to shop ethically (+lots of fun kids’ activities!). We are accepting vendor applications ($35) and also looking for volunteers who may be available to help. If you would be interested, we would love to hear from you!
COMMUNITY GROUP MEETINGS:
Starting in April, our Holland Community Group meetings will be combined with the Ottawa County Human Trafficking Task Force meetings, as our CG Leader, Ashleigh O’Donnell, is the new co-chair of the task force! These meetings are open to the public and are held on a quarterly basis. The next one will be on Wed, July 26th, at 12:00 pm (virtual). If you would be interested in joining us, please send us an email to receive the Zoom link.

If you would like to stay connected with MAP’s Holland Community Group, consider joining our Facebook Group or sign-up for our email list (“Community Group: Holland”) to have invites to 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 address human trafficking and its root causes more effectively.

Southwest Michigan Task Force (St. Joseph)
2023-03-17 12:00 - 13:00 | Children’s Advocacy Center of Southwest Michigan, 4938 S. Niles Road, St. Joseph, MI, 49085, United States
Join the Southwest Michigan Task Force on the 3rd Friday of every month at 12pm. There will be education on different human trafficking topics, collaboration between group members, and opportunities to volunteer.
Meetings will be held at:
Children’s Advocacy Center Of Southwest Michigan
4938 S. Niles Road
St. Joseph, MI 49085
For more information email: heather@map-mi.org

Washtenaw Area Council for Children: Luncheon Lectures
2023-03-17 12:00 - 14:00 | Washtenaw Intermediate School District Office, 1819 S. Wagner, Ann Arbor, MI, 48106, United States
Luncheon Lectures
Hosted by Washtenaw Area Council for Children

Experience 4 engaging lectures that support you as the professionals and community members working with children and families, to create safety, security, and stability. This year’s series topics include:

A Safe Place for Mind, Body, and Soul (Oct. 21, 2022 – 12-2 PM)

Students, Social Media, Cyber Safety; Navigating the Treacherous Waters (Jan. 23, 2022 – 12-2 PM)

Finding Your Way Through Conflict: Strategies for Early Childhood Professionals (Feb. 10, 2023 – 1:30-3:30 PM)

Human Trafficking (Mar. 17, 2023 – 12-2 PM)
Ft. Rachel Rowe, from MAP’s Ann Arbor Community Group!

Purchase individual tickets for $25
Personal box lunch is included.
Each lecture is eligible for 2 Social Work Clock Hours, upon NASW approval.

Labor Trafficking Lunch and Learn
2023-04-14 12:00 - 13:00 | Corewell Health (Spectrum Health Lakeland), 2550 Meadowbrook Road, Benton Harbor, MI, 49022, United States
Join us on April 14, 2023 for a lunchtime presentation and training on Labor Trafficking. It can be surprising for many to learn that Labor Trafficking happens in Michigan, and even especially in West Michigan. We are looking forward to hearing from Ben O’Hearn, Litigation Director and Attorney at Migrant Legal Aid about what Labor Trafficking is and what it looks like in Michigan.

Ann Arbor: Freedom Forum (Set Free Movement)
2023-04-22 08:30 - 16:00 | 2|42 Community Center, 648 South Wagner Road #9002, Ann Arbor, MI, 48103, United States
FREEDOM FORUM

Hosted by Set Free Movement

Date and time
Sat, April 22, 2023, 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM EDT
Registration begins at 8:30 am. The event will start at 9:00 am.
Location
2|42 Community Center – Student Auditorium
648 South Wagner Road #9002 Ann Arbor, MI 48103

On April 22nd, join the Set Free Movement for a Freedom Forum in Ann Arbor, Michigan. The Freedom Forum is a gathering to engage the greater Southeast Michigan communities in reducing vulnerabilities, addressing human trafficking, and creating new futures. Join the conversation and learn from SPEAKERS:

Theresa Flores, Executive Director – The SOAP Project
Douglas Campbell, CEO – The Hope Clinic
Michigan Abolitionist Project (MAP)
Women At Risk International (WAR)
Beauty for Ashes
Hope Against Trafficking
Alice Jay
Flint SOUP
Set Free Movement
and more!

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER!
Tickets are $35. Lunch will be provided. Scholarships are available.
For more information please email Rita at setfreeday@setfreemovement.org

Mid-Michigan Community Group
2023-04-24 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, April 24th, 8:00 pm
New Life Vinyard Church
1014 E. Ashman St. Midland, Michigan 48642
Join us as we provide training and prepare materials for our SOAP Hotel Outreach event on May 6th. We are in need of volunteer groups to help deliver Missing Child Posters, soaps/makeup wipes labeled with the National Human Trafficking Hotline #, and other important information to local hotels to educate staff on how to identify potential trafficking situations and help victims. Consider joining us!
The Mid-Michigan Community Group typically meets on 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 address human trafficking and its root causes more effectively.

Troy - SOAP Up Hotel Outreach
2023-05-06 09:30 - 13:00 | Bridge Community Church, 5700 Rochester Rd., Troy, MI, United States
SOAP Up Troy
Hotel Outreach Event
Hosted by MAP’s Troy Community Group!
Date and time
Saturday, May 6th, 2023
9:30 am – 1:00 pm

Location
Bridge Community Church
5700 Rochester Road Troy, MI 48085
*We will be visiting hotels throughout Auburn Hills and Pontiac.

Did you know human trafficking is the second leading criminal industry in the United States? The average age of entry into trafficking in the U.S. is only 13 years of age and many survivors of trafficking are not aware of how to get help. Join us to educate hotels on how to spot signs of human trafficking and hand out bars of soap with the national human trafficking hotline number along with missing children posters. 80% of all trafficking occurs at hotels/motels and many victims will see a bar of soap in their room which may be a lifeline to freedom.
Please join us to learn about the signs of human trafficking in our community. We will label hotel bar soaps to deliver to select area hotels and deliver critical information and missing children’s posters to hotel staff.
Must be trained (provided on-site) and at least 16 years of age to attend the outreach with parental permission.
Click here to download and share the flyer!

Midland - SOAP Up Hotel Outreach
2023-05-06 10:00 - 13:00 | New Life Vinyard Church, 1014 E. Ashman St., Midland, MI, United States
SOAP Up Midland
Hotel Outreach Event
Hosted by MAP’s Mid-Michigan Community Group!

Date and time
Saturday, May 6th, 2023
10:00 am – 1:00 pm

Location
New Life Vineyard Church
1014 East Ashman Street Midland, MI 48642
*We will be visiting hotels in Midland, Saginaw, and Bay City.

Did you know human trafficking is the second leading criminal industry in the United States? The average age of entry into trafficking in the U.S. is only 13 years of age and many survivors of trafficking are not aware of how to get help. Join us to educate hotels on how to spot signs of human trafficking and hand out bars of soap with the national human trafficking hotline number along with missing children posters. 80% of all trafficking occurs at hotels/motels and many victims will see a bar of soap in their room which may be a lifeline to freedom.
Please join us to learn about the signs of human trafficking in our community. We will label hotel bar soaps to deliver to select area hotels and deliver critical information and missing children’s posters to hotel staff.
Must be trained (provided on-site) and at least 16 years of age to attend the outreach with parental permission.

Gabriel Richard High School (Ann Arbor)
2023-05-12 15:00 - 16:00 | Gabriel Richard High School, 4333 Whitehall Dr., Ann Arbor, MI, 48105, United States
MAP’s Ann Arbor Community Group will provide Human Trafficking prevention education to students at Father Gabriel Richard High School in Ann Arbor.

Downriver - SOAP Up Hotel Outreach
2023-05-13 10:00 - 13:00 | Shielded Souls Clubhouse, 21038 Middlebelt Rd, New Boston, MI, 48164, United States
SOAP Up Downriver
Hotel Outreach Event
Hosted by MAP’s Downriver Community Group!
Date and time
Saturday, May 13th, 2023
10:00 am – 1:00 pm

Location
Shielded Souls Clubhouse
21038 Middlebelt Rd New Boston, MI 48164
*We will be visiting hotels in Allen Park, Melvindale, Taylor, and Southgate.

Did you know human trafficking is the second leading criminal industry in the United States? The average age of entry into trafficking in the U.S. is only 13 years of age and many survivors of trafficking are not aware of how to get help. Join us to educate hotels on how to spot signs of human trafficking and hand out bars of soap with the national human trafficking hotline number along with missing children posters. 80% of all trafficking occurs at hotels/motels and many victims will see a bar of soap in their room which may be a lifeline to freedom.
Please join us to learn about the signs of human trafficking in our community. We will label hotel bar soaps to deliver to select area hotels and deliver critical information and missing children’s posters to hotel staff.
Must be trained (provided on-site) and at least 16 years of age to attend the outreach with parental permission.

St. Joseph-Southwest Michigan Task Force Meeting
2023-05-19 12:00 - 13:00 | Children’s Advocacy Center of Southwest Michigan, 4938 S. Niles Road, St. Joseph, MI, 49085, United States

Ann Arbor - SOAP Up Hotel Outreach
2023-05-20 10:30 - 14:00 | Ann Arbor District Library: Westgate Branch, 2503 Jackson Ave, Ann Arbor, MI, 48103, United States
SOAP Up Ann Arbor
Hotel Outreach Event
Hosted by MAP’s Ann Arbor Community Group!
Date and time
Saturday, May 20th, 2023
10:30 am – 2:00 pm

Location
Ann Arbor District Library: Westgate Branch (Community Room)2503 Jackson Ave, Ann Arbor, MI 48103
*We will be visiting hotels in Ann Arbor, Ypsilanti, Chelsea, and possibly Whitemore Lake and Milan (depending on the number of volunteers!)

Did you know human trafficking is the second leading criminal industry in the United States? The average age of entry into trafficking in the U.S. is only 13 years of age and many survivors of trafficking are not aware of how to get help. Join us to educate hotels on how to spot signs of human trafficking and hand out bars of soap with the national human trafficking hotline number along with missing children posters. 80% of all trafficking occurs at hotels/motels and many victims will see a bar of soap in their room which may be a lifeline to freedom.
Please join us to learn about the signs of human trafficking in our community. We will label hotel bar soaps to deliver to select area hotels and deliver critical information and missing children’s posters to hotel staff.
Must be trained (provided on-site) and at least 16 years of age to attend the outreach with parental permission.

St. Joseph - SOAP Up Hotel Outreach
2023-06-03 17:00 - 20:00 | MI, United States
SOAP Up SW-Michigan
Hotel Outreach Event
Hosted by MAP’s St. Joe Community Group!
Date and time
Saturday, June 3rd, 2023
5:00 – 8:00 pm

Location
First Church – Saint Joseph Campus
2627 Niles Avenue, Saint Joseph, MI

Did you know human trafficking is the second leading criminal industry in the United States? The average age of entry into trafficking in the U.S. is only 13 years of age and many survivors of trafficking are not aware of how to get help. Join us to educate hotels on how to spot signs of human trafficking and hand out bars of soap with the national human trafficking hotline number along with missing children posters. 80% of all trafficking occurs at hotels/motels and many victims will see a bar of soap in their room which may be a lifeline to freedom.
Please join us to learn about the signs of human trafficking in our community. We will label hotel bar soaps to deliver to select area hotels and deliver critical information and missing children’s posters to hotel staff.
Must be trained (provided on-site) and at least 16 years of age to attend the outreach with parental permission.

Southwest Michigan Human Trafficking Task Force Meeting
2023-06-16 12:00 - 13:00 | Zoom Meeting, MI, United States
The Southwest Michigan Human Trafficking Task Force covers Berrien, Cass and Van Buren counties. We aim to educate and train our communities on human trafficking. Please join us this summer VIRTUALLY for our Task Force meetings. Open to the public.

Zoom Meeting Information:
Topic: SW MI Human Trafficking Task Force Meeting
Time: Jun 16, 2023 12:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81807801719?pwd=[REDACTED]
Meeting ID: 818 0780 1719
Passcode: [REDACTED]

For more information regarding the Task Force reach out to: heather@map-mi.org

Southwest Michigan Human Trafficking Task Force Meeting
2023-08-18 12:00 - 13:00 | Zoom Meeting, MI, United States
The Southwest Michigan Human Trafficking Task Force covers Berrien, Cass and Van Buren counties. We aim to educate and train our communities on human trafficking. Please join us this summer VIRTUALLY for our Task Force meetings. Open to the public.

Zoom Meeting Information:
Topic: Southwest Michigan Human Trafficking Task Force Meeting
Time: Aug 18, 2023 12:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81336782133?pwd=[REDACTED]
Meeting ID: 813 3678 2133
Passcode: [REDACTED]

For more information regarding the Task Force reach out to: heather@map-mi.org

Detroit: Raising Mental Awareness & Resisting DV Empowerment Fair
2023-10-28 12:00 - 16:00 | Wayne County Community College, 21000 Northline Road, Taylor, MI, 48180, United States
Raising Mental Awareness & Resisting Domestic Violence Empowerment Fair
*MAP Resource Table
October 28th, 2023
12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Wayne County Community College
1001 W. Fort St., Detroit 48226
Join the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.(R), Alpha Rho Omega Chapter of Detroit and our community partner, Wayne County Community College District (WCCCD) Curtis L. Ivery Downtown Campus, for an informative event as we raise mental health awareness and resist domestic violence! The Rejoice in your Essence & Thrive with Purpose, Resource & Empowerment Fair is a must-attend in-person gathering happening at WCCCD Curtis L. Ivery Downtown Campus located at 1001 West Fort Street, Detroit, MI, 48226.
Discover valuable resources, connect with advocates and agencies, and gain the tools you need to protect yourself as well as therapeutic ways to live your best life. This fair is all about embracing your true self, supporting, spreading domestic and intimate partner violence awareness, and making a positive impact.

This event is FREE and open to the PUBLIC. FREE Parking is also available in the WCCCD parking garage. Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to learn, grow, and be inspired. Mark your calendars and join us at the Rejoice in your Essence & Thrive with Purpose, Resource & Empowerment Fair!

Mid-Michigan Community Group
2023-11-27 20:00 - 21:00, 2024-01-22 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 volunteers who learn and work together to address the root causes of human trafficking in our community.

Monthly Meeting:

The Mid-Michigan Community Group typically meets on the 4th Monday of every other month from 8-9 pm. Meeting locations vary.

If you would like to stay connected with the Mid-Michigan Community Group, consider joining their Facebook Group or sign-up for their email list. For further 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.

Rochester Community Group Meeting
2024-09-18 18:30 - 19:30 | St. Andrew Catholic Church, 1400 Inglewood Ave, Rochester, MI, 48307, United States
Rochester Community Group Meeting
Wednesday, September 18 at 6:30pm
St. Andrew Catholic Church-Conference Room
1400 Inglewood Ave
Rochester, MI 48307
If you are a Rochester resident, consider joining our Community Group! We are compassionate and motivated volunteers who learn and work together to address the root causes of human trafficking in our community.

For further questions, please contact David at: rochester@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 in Michigan.

A Guide to Understanding Sex and Labor Trafficking (Oscoda County)
2025-10-08 18:00 - 20:00 | Mio School, 1110 West 8th Street, Mio, 48647, United States
Mio School
1110 West 8th Street
Mio, MI 48647
With an estimated 28 million men, women and children who are subjected to trafficking every year, it is more important than ever for us to understand this crime and how we can be a part of preventing it. Human trafficking is a global problem that often goes overlooked and underreported in the United States. Although many of us may be aware that human trafficking exists, are we fully aware the ways in which manipulation and exploitation happens in our communities? Whatever your knowledge base may be, this presentation is for those interested in gaining a more accurate understanding of human trafficking, as well as becoming equipped and empowered to respond.
*2 Social Work CEU’s have been applied for

The Right Track Movie Screening and Panel Discussion (Ann Arbor)
2026-01-11 14:30 - 16:30 | Towsley Auditorium-Washtenaw Community College, 4800 E Huron River Dr, Ann Arbor, 48105, United States
The Right Track Movie Screening and Panel Discussion
Towsley Auditorium-Washtenaw Community College Campus
4800 E. Huron River Dr, Ann Arbor 4810

The Right Track is a powerful documentary that amplifies the voices of survivors of sex trafficking, revealing their resilience, heartbreak, and courage as they fight for freedom, justice, and a future where exploited individuals are no longer criminalized but protected. The film will be followed by Q & A with Tricia Grant, Executive Director of Just Love Worldwide, Survivor Leader, film participant and advocate for the Survivor Model, legislation that supports survivors and holds traffickers and buyers accountable.
Click the button below to purchase tickets!
