Volunteer Interest Meeting (virtual)
2022-06-02 19:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | 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!

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.

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!

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.

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.

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.

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!

Southwest Michigan Human Trafficking Task Force (St. Joseph)
2022-10-21 12:00 - 13:00, 2022-11-18 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

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.

Volunteer Interest Meeting (virtual)
2022-11-10 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!
Thursday, November 10th, 7:00 pm (rescheduled)

Can’t make it this month? No worries, these meetings are held on the first Thursday of every other month. Click the button to register for the meeting that fits your schedule best.
We hope you will consider joining us!

Holland Community Group - POSTPONED
2022-11-21 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:
Monday, November 21st, at 7:00 pm
Meetings postponed until January 2023
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 - POSTPONED
2022-12-19 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 to have you join us!
Monthly Meeting:
Monday, December 19th, at 7:00 pm
Meetings will be postponed until January 2023
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.

Mid-Michigan Community Group
2023-01-09 20:00 - 21:30 | Zoom Meeting, 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, January 9th, 8:00 pm
Click here for Zoom Meeting

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 more effectively address human trafficking and its root causes.

Troy Community Group - Presentation on Labor Trafficking
2023-01-10 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? If so, 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 meetings for ongoing training, outreach planning, and much more.
Stop by sometime and become part of the action!
Community Group Meeting
Tuesday, January 10th, 7:00 pm
“How Many Slaves Work for You? Labor Trafficking in Michigan and Beyond“
Presentation provided by Dawn Ames, Executive Director of MAP
Attend in person at Bridge Community Church in Troy, MI
– OR – Join us virtually! Register to Attend Online
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, or reach out to the Troy CG Leader directly at troy@map-mi.org

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. Consider joining this important work within Michigan’s anti-trafficking movement!

Holland - Human Trafficking 101 (Herrick District Library)
2023-01-11 18:00 - 20:00 | 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

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.
