April 7, 2021 12:00 - 12:30 pm The Decriminalization of Sex Buying – what’s in store for Washtenaw’s future? Have you heard the news? The Washtenaw County Prosecutor's Office has published a new policy to decriminalize sex buying. What does this mean for Michigan residents? Countless studies from around the globe have shown that wherever sex buying […]
VIRTUAL TOWN HALL April 13th, 7 PM URGENT ACTION NEEDED - Join local survivors and anti-human trafficking advocates/allies as we discuss the harms of Eli Savit's policy and why partial-decriminalization is the only approach to sex work that truly protects victims and survivors of human trafficking. Find out how you can help advocate for a […]
The Freedom Coalition brings together experienced community advocates and professionals for a unified approach to addressing human trafficking in Michigan. Our vision is to eradicate human trafficking through collaborative efforts in the areas of prevention, training, demand abatement, survivor support, and community awareness and engagement. The Freedom Coalition plans to meet virtually the 4th Tuesday […]
A Cup of Hope We will be taking a short break from May-July and will resume with new episodes in August! Thanks for tuning in! If you have any specific human trafficking-related topics you would like to see discussed during future episodes, let us know at info@map-mi.org Click Here to Watch Past Episodes This webinar […]
Looking for ways to get involved in the fight against human trafficking? MAP and Vista Maria have numerous volunteer-based programs that are in need of passionate advocates just like you! During our virtual Volunteer Interest Meetings, our staff will provide a brief overview of our programs in order to help you find the volunteer opportunity […]
For the past several months, there has been a growing number of states and countries proposing dangerous legislation that would fuel the demand for exploitation and abuse. It has become crucial, now more than ever, that the anti-trafficking movement pay close attention to discussions being initiated by the pro-exploitation industry. This is why we are inviting […]
STAND AGAINST DEMAND - PROTECT SURVIVORS, NOT SEX BUYERS! A Washtenaw County Prosecuting Attorney has published a dangerous new policy that decriminalizes sex buying. This will lead to an increase in demand for commercial sex, which not only threatens the well-being of vulnerable women and children throughout the area but will also greatly exacerbate sex […]