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SUMMARY:Volunteer Interest Meeting (virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Looking for ways to get involved in the fight against human trafficking?\nMAP and Vista Maria have numerous volunteer-based initiatives that are in need of passionate advocates just like you!\nDuring 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!\n \nCan’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 one of our scheduled meetings.\nWe hope you will consider joining us!
URL:https://michiganabolitionistproject.org/event/volunteer-interest-meeting-virtual-2022-07-14-2022-06-02-2023-01-05/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Interest Meeting,Volunteer Opportunity
ORGANIZER;CN="Michigan Abolitionist Project":MAILTO:info@map-mi.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221219T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221219T200000
DTSTAMP:20260607T171652
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SUMMARY:Holland Community Group - POSTPONED
DESCRIPTION:Holland Community Group\nIf 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!\nMonthly Meeting:\nMonday\, December 19th\, at 7:00 pm\nMeetings will be postponed until January 2023\nLocation: Biggby Coffee\n501 W Main Ave\, Zeeland\, MI 49464\n\nIf 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\n  \n\n\n\nMAP 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.
URL:https://michiganabolitionistproject.org/event/holland-community-group-8-2022-12-19/
LOCATION:Zeeland Biggby\, 501 W Main Ave.\, Zeeland\, MI\, 49464\, United States
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Awareness,Community Group,Featured,Volunteer Opportunity,West Michigan
ORGANIZER;CN="Holland Community Group":MAILTO:holland@map-mi.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221206T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221206T193000
DTSTAMP:20260607T171652
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LAST-MODIFIED:20221119T020012Z
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SUMMARY:Freedom Coalition - "Policy Engagement 101: Crash Course for Non-Profits"
DESCRIPTION:Virtual Freedom Coalition Meeting:\nOur November 29th meeting has been rescheduled to\nTuesday\, December 6th\, at 5:30 pm (EST)\n“Policy Engagement 101: Crash Course for Non-Profits”\nPresented by: Alisa Bernard\nDirector of Public Policy and Advocacy for Thistle Farms\nAre you a non-profit organization considering or currently involved in grassroots advocacy efforts but often unsure of where to start or how to effectively strategize? Have you ever felt like your organization lacks the capacity or professional skillset to truly make a difference? If so\, we invite you to join us for this special “crash course for non-profits” with Alisa Bernard\, the Director of Public Policy and Advocacy for Thistle Farms.\nDuring this featured presentation\, Alisa will share the basics of political advocacy and grassroots lobbying including key terms\, important tips and red tape for non-profits\, how to engage survivors\, and much more. In addition\, we will share important updates on human trafficking legislation and other advocacy efforts throughout Michigan and will provide strategic messaging tools and resources for those interested in joining and enhancing our collective approach to anti-human trafficking policy engagement in Michigan.\n\n  \n \nMeet Alisa Bernard…\nAlisa serves as the Director of Public Policy and Advocacy for Thistle Farms where she works to address harmful practices and policies that promote the sexual abuse and exploitation of women. Previously\, she served as the Executive Director of Education and Partnerships for the Organization for Prostitution Survivors\, was appointed to the Washington State Attorney General’s CSEC Coordinating Committee\, was a founding member of King County’s Ending Exploitation Collaborative\, and has consulted to such organizations as Amber Alert\, Demand Abolition\, World Without Exploitation\, NCMEC and NCOSE. Her writing has been featured in the Seattle Times\, Crosscut\, and Dignity Journal.\n\n\n\n\n\nThe 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.\nWe 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.\n\nJoin our network! Sign-up for the Freedom Coalition email list to have announcements and meeting invites sent straight to your inbox.
URL:https://michiganabolitionistproject.org/event/freedom-coalition-9/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Awareness,End the Demand,Featured,Freedom Coalition,Professional Training,Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="Michigan Abolitionist Project":MAILTO:info@map-mi.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221121T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221121T200000
DTSTAMP:20260607T171652
CREATED:20220922T000911Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221118T235051Z
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SUMMARY:Holland Community Group - POSTPONED
DESCRIPTION:Holland Community Group\nIf 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!\nMonthly Meeting:\nMonday\, November 21st\, at 7:00 pm\nMeetings postponed until January 2023\nLocation: Biggby Coffee\n501 W Main Ave\, Zeeland\, MI 49464\n\nIf 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\n\n\n———————————————————————————————- \n\n\nMAP 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.
URL:https://michiganabolitionistproject.org/event/holland-community-group-8-2022-11-21/
LOCATION:Zeeland Biggby\, 501 W Main Ave.\, Zeeland\, MI\, 49464\, United States
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Awareness,Community Group,Featured,Volunteer Opportunity,West Michigan
ORGANIZER;CN="Holland Community Group":MAILTO:holland@map-mi.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221118T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221118T130000
DTSTAMP:20260607T171652
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SUMMARY:Southwest Michigan Human Trafficking Task Force (St. Joseph)
DESCRIPTION: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.\nMeetings will be held at:\nChildren’s Advocacy Center Of Southwest Michigan\n4938 S. Niles Road\nSt. Joseph\, MI  49085\nFor more information email: heather@map-mi.org
URL:https://michiganabolitionistproject.org/event/southwest-michigan-human-trafficking-task-force-st-joseph-3/
LOCATION:Children’s Advocacy Center of Southwest Michigan\, 4938 S. Niles Road\, St. Joseph\, MI\, 49085\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Group,West Michigan
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221110T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221110T200000
DTSTAMP:20260607T171652
CREATED:20220422T160129Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221102T212806Z
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SUMMARY:Volunteer Interest Meeting (virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Looking for ways to get involved in the fight against human trafficking?\nMAP and Vista Maria have numerous volunteer-based initiatives that are in need of passionate advocates just like you!\nDuring 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!\nThursday\, November 10th\, 7:00 pm (rescheduled)\n \nCan’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.\nWe hope you will consider joining us!
URL:https://michiganabolitionistproject.org/event/volunteer-interest-meeting-virtual-2022-07-14-2022-06-02-2022-11-03/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Awareness,Community Group,End the Demand,Featured,Vista Maria,Volunteer Interest Meeting,Volunteer Opportunity
ORGANIZER;CN="Michigan Abolitionist Project":MAILTO:info@map-mi.org
END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221109T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221109T130000
DTSTAMP:20260607T171652
CREATED:20220427T202714Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221105T000242Z
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SUMMARY:Cup of Hope: Webinar Series
DESCRIPTION: *Our very last episode! \nA CUP OF HOPE\nWED\, NOVEMBER 9TH\, 12 PM\nEthical Shopping: An Easy Way to Get Involved\nin the Anti-Trafficking Movement this Holiday Season\n\n\nMake 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.\nWe 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.\n\n\n\n\nFeatured Guest:\nHeidi VanderWal\nFounder of Crowned Free\nAs 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!\n\nWatch LIVE on MAP’s Facebook!\nViewers can participate in the discussion by submitting questions or feedback in the Facebook video comments. We would love to hear from you!\n\n\nThis series of live-streamed conversations was created in partnership with Hope Against Trafficking\nin an effort to bring perspective and build awareness on all things human trafficking.\nClick here to view past episode recordings!
URL:https://michiganabolitionistproject.org/event/cup-of-hope-webinar-series/
LOCATION:LIVE on Facebook\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:A Cup of Hope,Awareness,Featured,Professional Training,Virtual Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Michigan Abolitionist Project":MAILTO:info@map-mi.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221105T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221105T140000
DTSTAMP:20260607T171652
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SUMMARY:Alternative Holiday Gift Fair (Lansing)
DESCRIPTION:Alternative Holiday Gift Fair\nwith Bake Sale\nSaturday\, November 5\, 2022 \n10:00 am – 2:00 pm\nHosted by:\nGrace United Methodist Church\n1900 Boston Blvd\, Lansing\, MI 48910\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe 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.\n\nBake Sale proceeds go to local food banks.\nChildren’s activities are also provided.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://michiganabolitionistproject.org/event/lansing-alternative-holiday-gift-fair-grace-umc/
LOCATION:Human Trafficking Presentation (Lansing)\, 1900 Boston Blvd\, Lansing\, MI\, 48910\, United States
CATEGORIES:Awareness,Freedom Marketplace,Fundraiser
ORGANIZER;CN="Grace United Methodist Church":MAILTO:lgraceumc@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221027T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221027T200000
DTSTAMP:20260607T171652
CREATED:20220922T000911Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220922T001229Z
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SUMMARY:Holland Community Group
DESCRIPTION:Holland Community Group\nIf 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!\nMonthly Meeting:\nThursday\, October 27th\, at 7:00 pm\nLocation: Biggby Coffee\n501 W Main Ave\, Zeeland\, MI 49464\n\nIf 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\n———————————————————————————————- \n\n\nMAP 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.
URL:https://michiganabolitionistproject.org/event/holland-community-group-8-2022-10-27/
LOCATION:Zeeland Biggby\, 501 W Main Ave.\, Zeeland\, MI\, 49464\, United States
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Awareness,Community Group,Featured,Volunteer Opportunity,West Michigan
ORGANIZER;CN="Holland Community Group":MAILTO:holland@map-mi.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221024T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221024T210000
DTSTAMP:20260607T171652
CREATED:20221021T230215Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221021T230215Z
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SUMMARY:Mid-Michigan Community Group
DESCRIPTION:Mid-Michigan Community Group\nIf 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.\nMonthly Meeting:\nMonday\, October 24th\, 8:00 pm\nLocation: New Life Vinyard Church\n1014 E Ashman St\, Midland\, MI 48642\nCome 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!\n\n\nThe Mid-Michigan Community Group typically meets the 4th Monday of every month.\nIf 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\n\n———————————————————————————————————————\nMAP 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.
URL:https://michiganabolitionistproject.org/event/mid-michigan-community-group-9/
LOCATION:New Life Vinyard Church\, 1014 E. Ashman St.\, Midland\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Awareness,Community Group,Volunteer Opportunity
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mid-Michigan Community Group":MAILTO:midland@map-mi.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221021T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221021T130000
DTSTAMP:20260607T171652
CREATED:20220802T185716Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220802T185716Z
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SUMMARY:Southwest Michigan Human Trafficking Task Force (St. Joseph)
DESCRIPTION: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.\nMeetings will be held at:\nChildren’s Advocacy Center Of Southwest Michigan\n4938 S. Niles Road\nSt. Joseph\, MI  49085\nFor more information email: heather@map-mi.org
URL:https://michiganabolitionistproject.org/event/southwest-michigan-human-trafficking-task-force-st-joseph-2/
LOCATION:Children’s Advocacy Center of Southwest Michigan\, 4938 S. Niles Road\, St. Joseph\, MI\, 49085\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Group,West Michigan
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221012T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221012T123000
DTSTAMP:20260607T171652
CREATED:20211231T230708Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221006T041651Z
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SUMMARY:A Cup of Hope: Webinar Series
DESCRIPTION:A CUP OF HOPE\nWednesday\, October 12th\, at 12 pm \nIntimate Partner Violence:\nWhen Sexual Abuse & Exploitation Collide\n\nRegardless 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…\nBut 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!\n\nFeatured Guest:\nBobbie Benton\, Domestic Violence Survivor & Advocate\nBobbie 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.\nShe 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.\nBobbie 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.\n\nVirtual discussion\, LIVE on MAP’s Facebook page\nParticipate in our discussion by submitting questions and feedback in the video comments!\n\nThis 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.\nClick here to view past episode recordings!
URL:https://michiganabolitionistproject.org/event/a-cup-of-hope-webinar-series-10-2022-07-06-2022-10-05/
LOCATION:LIVE on Facebook\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:A Cup of Hope,Awareness,Featured,Professional Training,Virtual Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Michigan Abolitionist Project":MAILTO:info@map-mi.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221011T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221011T203000
DTSTAMP:20260607T171652
CREATED:20220922T052144Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220922T200247Z
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SUMMARY:Troy Community Group
DESCRIPTION:Troy Community Group\nDo 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.\nCommunity Group Meeting:\nTuesday\, October 11th\, 7:00 – 8:30 pm\nAttend in Person: Bridge Community Church\n5700 Rochester Road\, Troy\, MI 48085\n– OR –\nAttend Online: Register in advance for this meeting\nThe link to join will be sent to you in a confirmation email.\n\n\nIf 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\n\n\n———————————————————————————————————————\n\n\nThrough 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!
URL:https://michiganabolitionistproject.org/event/troy-community-group-6/
LOCATION:Bridge Community Church\, 5700 Rochester Rd.\, Troy\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Awareness,Community Group,End the Demand,Featured,Volunteer Opportunity
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ORGANIZER;CN="Troy Community Group":MAILTO:troy@map-mi.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220930T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220930T110000
DTSTAMP:20260607T171652
CREATED:20220929T153249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220929T153249Z
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SUMMARY:St. Joseph- Law Enforcement CIT Training (not open to the public)
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://michiganabolitionistproject.org/event/st-joseph-law-enforcement-cit-training-not-open-to-the-public/
LOCATION:MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Awareness,Professional Training,West Michigan
ORGANIZER;CN="Heather McGannon":MAILTO:heather@map-mi.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220929T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220929T200000
DTSTAMP:20260607T171652
CREATED:20220922T000911Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220922T000911Z
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SUMMARY:Holland Community Group
DESCRIPTION:Holland Community Group\nIf 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!\nMonthly Meeting:\nThursday\, September 29\, at 7:00 pm\nLocation: Biggby Coffee\n501 W Main Ave\, Zeeland\, MI 49464\n\nIf 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 \n\n  \n\n\n\nMAP 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.
URL:https://michiganabolitionistproject.org/event/holland-community-group-8/
LOCATION:Zeeland Biggby\, 501 W Main Ave.\, Zeeland\, MI\, 49464\, United States
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Awareness,Community Group,Featured,Volunteer Opportunity,West Michigan
ORGANIZER;CN="Holland Community Group":MAILTO:holland@map-mi.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220927T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220927T190000
DTSTAMP:20260607T171652
CREATED:20220611T004631Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220922T021804Z
UID:11731-1664299800-1664305200@michiganabolitionistproject.org
SUMMARY:Freedom Coalition
DESCRIPTION: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.\nWe 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.\nFreedom Coalition Meeting\nTuesday\, September 27th\, 2022\n5:30 – 7:00 pm *virtual\n \nFeatured presentation:\nSanctum House\nA Sanctuary for Survivors of Human Trafficking\nJoin 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\n\nPresented by:\nKaren G. Moore\nExecutive Director\, Sanctum House\nKaren 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.\n\nJennifer L. Baenziger\nChief Marketing Officer\, Sanctum House\nJennifer 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.\n\nConsider joining our network! Sign-up for the Freedom Coalition email list to have announcements and future meeting invites sent straight to your inbox.
URL:https://michiganabolitionistproject.org/event/freedom-coalition-8/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Awareness,Featured,Freedom Coalition
ORGANIZER;CN="Michigan Abolitionist Project":MAILTO:info@map-mi.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220926T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220926T210000
DTSTAMP:20260607T171652
CREATED:20220819T041747Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220922T200546Z
UID:11871-1664222400-1664226000@michiganabolitionistproject.org
SUMMARY:Mid-Michigan Community Group
DESCRIPTION:Mid-Michigan Community Group\nIf 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.\nMonthly Meeting:\nMonday\, September 26th\, 8:00 pm\n\nClick HERE to Join Zoom Meeting!\nMeeting ID: 885 5486 9013\nPasscode: 882731\n\nCome 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!\n\n\n\nThe Mid-Michigan Community Group typically meets the 4th Monday of every month.\nIf 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\n\n———————————————————————————————————————\nMAP 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.
URL:https://michiganabolitionistproject.org/event/mid-michigan-community-group-8-2022-09-26/
LOCATION:New Life Vinyard Church\, 1014 E. Ashman St.\, Midland\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Awareness,Community Group,Volunteer Opportunity
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mid-Michigan Community Group":MAILTO:midland@map-mi.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220916T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220916T130000
DTSTAMP:20260607T171652
CREATED:20220802T185548Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220802T185548Z
UID:11832-1663329600-1663333200@michiganabolitionistproject.org
SUMMARY:Southwest Michigan Human Trafficking Task Force (St. Joseph)
DESCRIPTION: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.\nMeetings will be held at:\nChildren’s Advocacy Center Of Southwest Michigan\n4938 S. Niles Road\nSt. Joseph\, MI  49085\nFor more information email: heather@map-mi.org
URL:https://michiganabolitionistproject.org/event/southwest-michigan-human-trafficking-task-force-st-joseph/
LOCATION:Children’s Advocacy Center of Southwest Michigan\, 4938 S. Niles Road\, St. Joseph\, MI\, 49085\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220907T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220907T130000
DTSTAMP:20260607T171652
CREATED:20211231T230708Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220427T202455Z
UID:11321-1662552000-1662555600@michiganabolitionistproject.org
SUMMARY:A Cup of Hope: Webinar Series
DESCRIPTION:A CUP OF HOPE\n\nWednesday\, September 7th\, 12 pm\nMore details coming soon!\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis 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.\nClick here to view past episode recordings!
URL:https://michiganabolitionistproject.org/event/a-cup-of-hope-webinar-series-10-2022-07-06-2022-09-07/
LOCATION:LIVE on Facebook\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:A Cup of Hope,Awareness,Featured,Professional Training,Virtual Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Michigan Abolitionist Project":MAILTO:info@map-mi.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220901T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220901T200000
DTSTAMP:20260607T171652
CREATED:20220422T160129Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221230T120338Z
UID:11795-1662058800-1662062400@michiganabolitionistproject.org
SUMMARY:Volunteer Interest Meeting (virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Looking for ways to get involved in the fight against human trafficking?\nMAP and Vista Maria have numerous volunteer-based initiatives that are in need of passionate advocates just like you!\nDuring 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!\n \nCan’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 one of our scheduled meetings.\nWe hope you will consider joining us!
URL:https://michiganabolitionistproject.org/event/volunteer-interest-meeting-virtual-2022-07-14-2022-06-02-2022-09-01/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Interest Meeting,Volunteer Opportunity
ORGANIZER;CN="Michigan Abolitionist Project":MAILTO:info@map-mi.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220827T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220827T130000
DTSTAMP:20260607T171652
CREATED:20220802T042902Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220803T083710Z
UID:11799-1661592600-1661605200@michiganabolitionistproject.org
SUMMARY:SOAP Up - Detroit Auto Show
DESCRIPTION:SOAP Up – Detroit Auto Show  |  Hotel Outreach Event\nSaturday\, August 27th\, 2022  |  Northridge Church\, Plymouth\nEvent Details\nDid 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).\nOn 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.\nNo 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!!\n*Training is appropriate for middle school-aged and older. Participants must be 16+ to go to hotels with an adult. \nCLICK HERE TO VIEW THE EVENT FLYER\n 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!\nAgenda\nSaturday\, August 27th\, 2022 (Northridge Church)\n9:30 am  |  Registration & Breakfast\n10 am – 11 am  |  Label soaps & wipes\, make the folders for hotels\n11 am – 12 pm  |  Volunteer Training (basic HT 101\, instructions for visiting hotels\, etc.)\n12:00 pm  |  Drive to hotels to deliver information\, supplies\, and posters (1-2 hours)\nCOVID Restrictions\nWe 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.
URL:https://michiganabolitionistproject.org/event/soap-up-the-detroit-auto-show/
LOCATION:NorthRidge Church\, 49555 North Territorial Road\, Plymouth\, MI\, 48170\, United States
CATEGORIES:Awareness,Community Group,End the Demand,Featured,Professional Training,Volunteer Opportunity
ORGANIZER;CN="The SOAP Project":MAILTO:info@soapproject.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220822T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220822T203000
DTSTAMP:20260607T171652
CREATED:20220819T041747Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220819T041810Z
UID:11860-1661194800-1661200200@michiganabolitionistproject.org
SUMMARY:Mid-Michigan Community Group
DESCRIPTION:Mid-Michigan Community Group\nIf you live in the Mid-Michigan area (Midland\, Saginaw\, Bay City) and are looking\nfor ways to help prevent and end human trafficking in your community\,\njoin MAP’s Mid-Michigan Community Group!\nMonthly Meeting:\nMonday\, August 22nd\, 7:00 pm\nConsider 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!\n\n\nWe hope you will consider joining us!\n\nThe Mid-Michigan Community Group typically meets on the 4th Monday of every month.\nIf 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”).\n\nContact midland@map-mi.org for further details or questions.\n\n———————————————————————————————————————\n\n\nMAP 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!
URL:https://michiganabolitionistproject.org/event/mid-michigan-community-group-8/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Awareness,Community Group,Volunteer Opportunity
ORGANIZER;CN="Mid-Michigan Community Group":MAILTO:midland@map-mi.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220820T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220820T140000
DTSTAMP:20260607T171652
CREATED:20220610T215631Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220610T222323Z
UID:11659-1660989600-1661004000@michiganabolitionistproject.org
SUMMARY:Holland: Freedom Marketplace
DESCRIPTION:HOLLAND COMMUNITY GROUP\nFREEDOM MARKETPLACE\nAugust 20th\, 2022\n10:00 am – 2:00 pm\n250 Kollen Park Dr.\, Holland\, MI\n>> Visit Facebook Event for more info! <<\nThe 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.\nPlease like\, share\, and RSVP to our event on Facebook!\nVENDORS & VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!\nIf interested\, please contact holland@map-mi.org \n\nVendors: 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.\n\nWe hope you will consider joining us!
URL:https://michiganabolitionistproject.org/event/holland-freedom-marketplace/
LOCATION:Kollen Park\, 250 Kollen Park Dr.\, Holland\, MI\, 49423\, United States
CATEGORIES:Awareness,Community Group,Featured,Freedom Marketplace,Volunteer Opportunity,West Michigan
ORGANIZER;CN="Holland Community Group":MAILTO:holland@map-mi.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220819T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220819T130000
DTSTAMP:20260607T171652
CREATED:20220802T185329Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220802T185423Z
UID:11827-1660910400-1660914000@michiganabolitionistproject.org
SUMMARY:Southwest Michigan Human Trafficking Task Force Meeting (St. Joseph)
DESCRIPTION: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.\nMeetings will be held at:\nChildren’s Advocacy Center Of Southwest Michigan\n4938 S. Niles Road\nSt. Joseph\, MI  49085\nFor more information email: heather@map-mi.org\nThis month’s meeting will be hybrid. If you cannot make it in-person\, you can join via zoom here:\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/87037295122?pwd=UzBjNUZOSVErWGJpQlFnYmxwc09hZz09 \nMeeting ID: 870 3729 5122\nPasscode: 813312
URL:https://michiganabolitionistproject.org/event/southwest-michigan-human-trafficking-task-force-meeting-st-joseph/
LOCATION:Children’s Advocacy Center of Southwest Michigan\, 4938 S. Niles Road\, St. Joseph\, MI\, 49085\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220714T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220714T200000
DTSTAMP:20260607T171652
CREATED:20220422T160129Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221230T120338Z
UID:11487-1657825200-1657828800@michiganabolitionistproject.org
SUMMARY:Volunteer Interest Meeting (virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Looking for ways to get involved in the fight against human trafficking?\nMAP and Vista Maria have numerous volunteer-based initiatives that are in need of passionate advocates just like you!\nDuring 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!\n \nCan’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 one of our scheduled meetings.\nWe hope you will consider joining us!
URL:https://michiganabolitionistproject.org/event/volunteer-interest-meeting-virtual-2022-07-14-2022-06-02/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Interest Meeting,Volunteer Opportunity
ORGANIZER;CN="Michigan Abolitionist Project":MAILTO:info@map-mi.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220713T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220713T130000
DTSTAMP:20260607T171652
CREATED:20211231T230708Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220713T031330Z
UID:11053-1657713600-1657717200@michiganabolitionistproject.org
SUMMARY:A Cup of Hope: Webinar Series
DESCRIPTION:*Hover over gallery and use arrow buttons to scroll and enlarge images. \nA CUP OF HOPE | WEBINAR SERIES\n[ Episode #30 ]\nWednesday\, July 13th\, 12:00 pm\nLABOR TRAFFICKING: A MULTI-FACETED APPROACH\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin 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.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFeatured Guest:\nJACOB SWIER\nCommunity Outreach & Planning Specialist\nWage & Hour Division\, U.S. Department of Labor\nJacob 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.\n \n\nThis series of live-streamed conversations was created in partnership with Hope Against Trafficking.\nTogether\, we seek to educate the community on the realities of human trafficking.\nClick here to view past episode recordings!
URL:https://michiganabolitionistproject.org/event/a-cup-of-hope-webinar-series-10-2022-07-06/
LOCATION:LIVE on Facebook\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:A Cup of Hope,Awareness,Featured,Professional Training,Virtual Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Michigan Abolitionist Project":MAILTO:info@map-mi.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220623T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220623T203000
DTSTAMP:20260607T171652
CREATED:20220610T204543Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220610T212005Z
UID:11651-1656010800-1656016200@michiganabolitionistproject.org
SUMMARY:Holland Community Group
DESCRIPTION:Holland Community Group\nIf 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.\nMonthly Meeting:\nThursday\, June 23rd\, at 7 p.m.\nLocation: Zeeland Biggby\n501 W Main Ave\, Zeeland\, MI 49464\n\nDuring 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.\n——————————————————————————————\nIf 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\n\nWe hope you will consider joining us!\n\n\n\n\nMAP 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!
URL:https://michiganabolitionistproject.org/event/holland-community-group-7/
LOCATION:Zeeland Biggby\, 501 W Main Ave.\, Zeeland\, MI\, 49464\, United States
CATEGORIES:Awareness,Community Group,Volunteer Opportunity,West Michigan
ORGANIZER;CN="Holland Community Group":MAILTO:holland@map-mi.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220615T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220615T130000
DTSTAMP:20260607T171652
CREATED:20211231T230708Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220518T163544Z
UID:10983-1655294400-1655298000@michiganabolitionistproject.org
SUMMARY:A Cup of Hope: Webinar Series
DESCRIPTION:A CUP OF HOPE\nWed\, June 15th\, 12:00 pm\nMore details coming soon!\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis 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.\nClick here to view past episode recordings!
URL:https://michiganabolitionistproject.org/event/a-cup-of-hope-webinar-series-10-2022-06-01/
LOCATION:LIVE on Facebook\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:A Cup of Hope,Awareness,Featured,Professional Training,Virtual Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Michigan Abolitionist Project":MAILTO:info@map-mi.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220615T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220615T123000
DTSTAMP:20260607T171652
CREATED:20220610T232542Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220610T233618Z
UID:11678-1655294400-1655296200@michiganabolitionistproject.org
SUMMARY:A Cup of Hope: Webinar Series
DESCRIPTION:*Hover over gallery and click arrow buttons to scroll through and enlarge graphics.\nA CUP OF HOPE | WEBINAR SERIES\n[ Episode #29 ] \nWednesday\, June 15th\, 12:00 pm\nSUBSTANCE ADDICTION\, PTSD\, & RECOVERY\nAMONGST SURVIVORS OF THE SEX TRADE \nWhat 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!\nFeatured Guests:\nBrigette Henderson\, BSW\nLived Experience Expert/Survivor Leader\nAllison Mercer\nVictim Advocate – Human Trafficking\nCommon Ground\n \n\nThis series of live-streamed conversations was created in partnership with Hope Against Trafficking.\nTogether\, we seek to educate the community on the realities of human trafficking.\nClick here to view past episode recordings!
URL:https://michiganabolitionistproject.org/event/a-cup-of-hope-webinar-series-11/
LOCATION:LIVE on Facebook\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:A Cup of Hope,Advocacy,Awareness,Featured,Virtual Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Michigan Abolitionist Project":MAILTO:info@map-mi.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220612T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220612T170000
DTSTAMP:20260607T171652
CREATED:20220509T231341Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220611T020106Z
UID:11625-1655042400-1655053200@michiganabolitionistproject.org
SUMMARY:Detroit - Human Trafficking Forum (ASALH)
DESCRIPTION: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…\n\n\nMODERN ENSLAVEMENT / HUMAN TRAFFICKING\nSunday\, June 12th  •  2:00 5:00 pm\n315 E. Warren Ave. Detroit\, MI 48201\nFeaturing an expert panel discussion\, preventative strategies\, and other resources.\n \n\nThis event is FREE and open to the public! Click the image or button for further details.
URL:https://michiganabolitionistproject.org/event/detroit-human-trafficking-awareness-forum-asalh/
LOCATION:Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History\, 315 E. Warren Ave.\, Detroit\, MI\, 48201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Awareness
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