Michigan Anti Trafficking Project (MAP)

MAP @ Michigan Mortgage Lenders Association
2019-09-19 09:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | Watermark Country Club, 5500 Cascade Rd SE, Grand Rapids, MI, 49546, United States
MAP will be speaking at the Michigan Mortgage Lenders Association & Women’s Council of Realtor Member’s monthly educational breakfast.
The morning will include a brief human-trafficking presentation to the business community, detailing who MAP is, the issue of Human-Trafficking in Michigan, what each of us can do about it, and how to recognize someone who may be in the middle of it.
Registration begins at 9 a.m.

Macomb - R.A.P City Meeting
2019-09-13 09:00 - 11:30 | Macomb Intermediate School District Building, 44001 Garfield Road, Clinton Township, MI, 48038, United States
This annual event is a collaboration of Henry Ford Macomb School of Health and the Student Assistance Program. R.A.P (Resources Are Plentiful).
R.A.P City is an opportunity for parents, health team members, social workers, physical education teachers, and principals to become aware of programs and services offered by our community partners.
MAP will be addressing the attendees on what programs we offer, and what we can provide teachers, parents, etc on how to teach their students about human-trafficking.
This is an educational event. It is by invite only to attend.

Ascension Hospital - Human Trafficking Training & Protocol for Preceptors
2019-08-28 09:30 - 10:30 | Providence Hospital (Novi), 47601 Grand River Ave., Novi, MI, 48374, United States
Michigan Abolitionist Project will present an overview of human trafficking, while Karen Gray-Sheffield (Director of Ascension Southeast Michigan Community Health) will provide preceptors with Ascension Hospital’s highly developed human trafficking protocol. Lead preceptors will learn how to identify potential victims, the importance of trauma-informed care in the hospital setting, and the steps to adhere to within the given protocol.

Thank you to Ascension Hospital, and specifically Karen Straetmans (Clinical Professional Development) for coordinating and having us a part of such an important training.

THIS TRAINING IS NOT OPEN TO THE PUBLIC.
Thank you for your understanding in this matter.

Ascension Hospital - Human Trafficking Training & Protocol for Preceptors
2019-08-21 09:30 - 10:30 | Providence Hospital (Southfield), 16001 W. 9 Mile Rd., Southfield, MI, 48075, United States

Brighton: MAP Community Group - REGIONAL MEETING
2019-08-17 11:30 - 17:00 | Cornerstone Evangelical Presbyterian Church, 9455 Hilton Road, Brighton, MI, 48114, United States
Community Group Leader
Regional Meeting
Calling all Community Group Leaders! The date has been finalized for our Regional Meeting.
Join us for an important day of training, initiative planning, and updates – including the rollout of a brand new collaboration tool! All those interested in learning more about MAP Community Groups are also welcome to attend.

Email Emily (emily@map-mi.org) for additional details!

Ascension Hospital - Human Trafficking Training & Protocol for Preceptors
2019-08-16 08:30 - 09:30 | Ascension St. John Hospital (Detroit), 22101 Moross, Detroit, MI, 48236, United States

CANCELLED - Brighton Community Group
2019-07-04 19:00 - 21:00 | Cornerstone Evangelical Presbyterian Church, 9455 Hilton Road, Brighton, MI, 48114, United States
Starting September 4th, 2018, The NEW Brighton Community Group will meet at 7pm on the 1st Thursday of each month at Cornerstone EPC.
This group will work to raise awareness and fight modern-day slavery in Michigan and beyond.
Please sign up to receive the Brighton Community Groups newsletters.
JULY 4th, 2019 MEETING IS CANCELLED.
Enjoy your holiday!

Milford/Commerce Community Group
2019-06-18 19:00 - 20:30, 2019-04-16 19:00 - 20:30 | Commerce United Methodist Church, 1155 N. Commerce Road, Commerce Twp., MI, 48382, United States
MAP is excited to announce the NEW Milford/Commerce Community Group!
This Community Group will meet at Commerce United Methodist Church 1155 N. Commerce Road Commerce Twp, MI 48382
The Milford Commerce Group will meet the 3rd Tuesday of every other month beginning in February 2019.
Please SIGN UP for the Milford/Commerce newsletters to stay update on upcoming events and meetings!

Sterling Heights - MAP @ St. Michael Church
2019-06-13 13:30 - 14:30 | St. Michael Catholic Church, 40501 Hayes Rd, Sterling Heights, MI, 48313, United States
MAP will be attending a Year-End Appreciation Luncheon for the Christian Service Commission of St. Michael Catholic Church. Executive Director, Kathy Maitland, will be presenting on how trafficking affects grandparents, and what we can do in our community to prevent it.
Q&A to follow.
**This is a private event, for volunteers of St. Michael Church only.

Auburn Hills - EMPOWER 2019!
2019-05-30 14:00 - 20:00 | WMU Cooley Law School – Auburn Hills, 2630 Featherstone Road, Auburn Hills, MI, 48326, United States
The Empower conference is an annual MAP event that addresses high-level challenges and opportunities pertaining to human trafficking in Michigan. Empower is designed to equip and train experts and experienced community advocates who are working towards collaborative solutions.

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Empower (verb) – 1. give someone the authority or power to do something;

2. make someone stronger and more confident

Ann Arbor - Cyber Safety
2019-05-18 10:00 - 12:00 | Peace Neighborhood Center, 1111 N Maple Rd, Ann Arbor, MI, 48103, United States
You are invited to join us Saturday, May 18th 10AM-12PM for a youth and parent focused human trafficking prevention and cyber safety community forum presented by:Cyber Safety Program Coordinator Robin Batten and Survivor, founder & CEO of Sister Survivors, Alice Jay.
Appropriate for youth 11+. Light refreshments provided. Please RSVP below!

Peace Neighborhood Center
1111 N Maple Rd
Ann Arbor, MI 48103

Ann Arbor - Cyber Safety
2019-05-13 18:00 - 20:00 | Peace Neighborhood Center, 1111 N Maple Rd, Ann Arbor, MI, 48103, United States
You are invited to join us Monday, May 13th 6-8PM for a youth and parent focused human trafficking prevention and cyber safety community forum presented by: Cyber Safety Program Coordinator Robin Batten and Survivor, founder & CEO of Sister Survivors, Alice Jay.
Appropriate for youth 11+. Light refreshments provided. Please RSVP below!

Another session available on Saturday, May 18 (see calendar).
Peace Neighborhood Center
1111 N Maple Rd
Ann Arbor, MI 48103

MAP @ Eastern Association UCC
2019-05-11 09:00 - 14:00 | First Congregational Church, 300 Adams Street, St. Clair, MI, 48079, United States
MAP will be presenting at the Eastern Association – United Church of Christ’s Spring gathering.
Registration: 9 – 9:30 a.m
There will be 3 speaking sessions.
The gathering ends at 2 p.m.

GrandStand Music Festival
2019-05-05 15:00 - 18:30 | JW Marriott Grand Rapids, 235 Louis Street Northwest, Grand Rapids, MI, 49503, United States
An afternoon of great food and music in downtown Grand Rapids to raise awareness and funding to combat sex trafficking in West Michigan.
GrandStand Music Festival melds the arts and human rights to form an event unlike anything you have experienced before. At this event, you will get delicious food and drinks catered by the JW Marriott. You will also experience everything from classical to funk performances, break dancers, and a song written by All of the Above Hip Hop Academy about human trafficking specifically for this year’s event! This eclectic lineup is designed to raise funding and awareness to help combat sex trafficking in West Michigan. At the conclusion of the concert, you will have the opportunity to visit resource tables to purchase merchandise made by survivors of human trafficking and talk with organizations working to fight human trafficking at every level in your community.
Each ticket includes a $5 donation to the Michigan Abolitionist Project.
Current Artists in lineup:
Hannah Rose and the Gravestones
All of the Above Hip Hop Academy
61Syx Teknique
Front Porch Ensemble
More artists TBA soon!

Bloomfield Twp - International Academy Awareness Presentation
2019-04-26 14:30 - 15:30 | International Academy Okma, 1020 E Square Lake Rd, Bloomfield Twp, MI, 48304, United States
MAP will be speaking to the ‘Helping Hands’ student club at the International Academy. This group is committed to challenging and championing global issues that face the world today. The Human Rights sub-committee will be meeting to discuss human-trafficking – MAP will give a brief presentation on awareness & prevention, along with how the next generation can change our culture.
This is a private meeting for student members only. Intended audience includes ages 14-18.

Port Huron - Kiwanis International Banquet
2019-04-25 17:00 - 20:00 | Port Huron Golf Club, 4101 Fairway Dr., Fort Gratiot, MI, 48059, United States
31st KIWANIS INTERNATIONAL GOODWILL BANQUET
MAP’s executive Director, Kathy Maitland, will be presenting to the Kiwanis at their annual banquet.

Thursday, April 25, 2019
Social @ 5PM, Dinner @ 6PM
Port Huron Golf Club
4101 Fairway Dr, Fort Gratiot, MI 48059
Tickets: $32 USD or $38 CAN
Bar: USD/Credit/Debit Only

Coldwater - Awareness Meeting
2019-04-25 12:00 - 13:30 | First Baptist Church, 102 Bishop Ave, Coldwater, MI, 49036, United States
MAP will be meeting in Coldwater to discuss partnerships with organizations such as the Branch County Coalition Against Domestic Violence, and to explore the development of a Coldwater Community Group.
A brief presentation on human-trafficking will be given from MAP Executive Director, Kathy Maitland, and MAP Program Coordinator, Emily Johnson.

Southfield: Freedom Coalition
2019-04-23 17:30 - 19:30 | The Salvation Army Divisional Headquarters, 16130 Northland Dr. , Southfield, MI, 48075, United States
The Freedom Coalition brings together experienced community advocated in Southeast Michigan, for a unified and comprehensive approach to address human trafficking through prevention, awareness, survivor support, and specialized training. The Freedom Coalition plans to meet the 4th Tuesday of every other month for the sharing of best practices, case studies. education and training.
At the April meeting, we welcome Deb Ellinger (Executive Director and Founder of Elli’s House), Janna Snyder (Director of Fundraising for Hope Against Trafficking), and Angela Alongi (Residence Manager of Hope Against Trafficking) to come and share with us recent updates on their survivor housing programs.
Afterward, we will have time for Initiative Breakout Groups.
The meeting will end promptly at 7:30 pm.
A light meal will be provided at 5:30 pm. A suggested donation of $2 is appreciated to cover the cost of food.
We do ask attendees to register so we have an accurate food count.

Lexington - Beat the Streets Free Concert
2019-04-16 18:30 - 21:00 | Lexington Village Theatre, 7318 Huron Avenue, Lexington, MI, 48450, United States
Beat the Streets! – FREE Concert to Raise Awareness of Human Trafficking

Come see Remedy Drive in concert on Tuesday, April 16th at 6:30 PM @ the Lexington Village Theatre. This FREE concert “BEAT THE STREETS” is to bring awareness of human trafficking. Special guest speaker Theresa Flores.

MAP will be there providing resources and materials – come check it out!

Concert is presented by the Sanilac Area Violence Elimination (SAVE) Council, Sanilac County Child Abuse Prevention & The Sanilac County Drug Task Force.

Register for your FREE Ticket Here

MAP @ Lions Club
2019-04-13 14:30 - 15:30 | Double Tree Hotel, One Wenonah Park Place, Bay City, MI, 48708, United States
MAP will be presenting at the Annual Lions District Convention. A session on local human-trafficking, End the Demand, and a Q&A will take place.
225 Lions Club Members will be in attendance. This convention is by invite & membership only.

Lake Orion-Oxford Community Group - Spring Luncheon
2019-04-13 11:30 - 14:00 | The Iroquois Club, 43248 N. Woodward Ave, Bloomfield Hills, MI, 48300, United States
The Lake Orion/Oxford Community Group will be meeting together at The Zonta Club of Pontiac’s Annual Spring Luncheon.
Map will give a brief 5-7 minute presentation and then The Zonta Club will be honoring Lake Orion/Oxford Community Group Leader, Dawn Ames, as an “Unsung Hero.”
To discover more details about the event, visit: http://zonta15.org/pontiac-home/
Tickets are $40 a person to attend. All proceeds support the Zonta Club of Pontiac-North Oakland Foundation.

Detroit - (S)exploiting the Vulnerable: Empowering Future Legal Advocates to Combat Sex Trafficking
2019-04-12 09:00 - 17:10 | Wayne State University Law School Spencer M. Partrich Auditorium, 471 W. Palmer, Detroit, MI, 48202, United States
*MAP will be attending and hosting a resource table
Please RSVP via Wayne State’s event link on the left.
Sex trafficking involves commercialized sex acts in exchange for something of value. There are two basic forms of sex trafficking: (1) trafficking adults through force, fraud, or coercion and (2) trafficking children. Far from being a “foreign” problem, sex trafficking has reached epidemic proportions in the United States, as both the internet and substance dependency provide greater access to vulnerability. Vulnerable populations are often the most targeted, including homeless youth, victims of discrimination, asylum-seekers, and victims of domestic violence. Although sex trafficking has become a popular topic, it is rife with misconceptions. Unfortunately, many laws, policies, and practices misplace the emphasis on criminalizing and pathologizing trafficked individuals. This emphasis erroneously prosecutes sex trafficking victims, which subsequently empowers the traffickers.
Advancing a future of effective legal advocacy requires deconstructing misconceptions about sex trafficking and recognizing its often intraracial character. On April 12 at Wayne Law, experts on state and federal sex trafficking laws will explore the current status and future goals of sex trafficking law reform. Through a comprehensive assessment, this conference will advance social justice for those who are dedicated to eradicating the exploitation of the vulnerable.
Continuing education credits for social workers are free.
Free admission, open to the public
Continental breakfast and lunch provided

Schedule

9 a.m. Welcome

Dean Richard A. Bierschbach, Wayne State University Law School
Governor Kim Trent, chair, WSU Board of Governors

9:10 a.m. Opening remarks

Angela Povilaitis, Michigan Domestic and Sexual Violence Prevention and Treatment Board

9:30 a.m. “The Insatiable Appetite for Sexually Exploiting Vulnerability”

Assistant Professor Blanche Cook, Wayne State University Law School

10 a.m. “Insight and Perspective from a Survivor”

April Doss, survivor
Alice Jay, survivor
Moderator: Ben VanSlyke, first-year Wayne Law student

10:40 a.m. “Sex Trafficking in Social Policy and Legislation”

Celia Williamson, executive director of the Human Trafficking and Social Justice Institute and professor of social work at the University of Toledo

11:20 a.m. “Meeting Needs and Overcoming Barriers: Legal Advocacy for Sex Trafficking Victims”

April Doss, survivor
Heidi Naasko, National Pro Bono and Diversity Counsel, Dykema
Melissa Novock, director of human trafficking services, Wayne County Sexual Assault Forensic Examiner
Sandy Palazzolo, victim-witness coordinator, U.S. Attorney’s Office, Eastern District of Michigan
Celia Williamson, executive director of the Human Trafficking and Social Justice Institute and professor of social work at the University of Toledo
Moderator: Rebecca Bundy, first-year Wayne Law student

12:40 Lunch and “A Closer Look Inside the Federal Cases”

James Gerometta, federal public defender
Margaret Smith, assistant U.S. attorney, Eastern District of Michigan
Andrew Wise, federal public defender
Sara Woodward, assistant U.S. attorney, Eastern District of Michigan
Moderator: Magistrate Judge Elizabeth A. Stafford, U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Michigan

Introducing Hon. Elizabeth Stafford: Taylor Hilton, second-year law student

1:50 p.m. “Investigation and Adjudication at the State Level”

Danielle Bastien, registered nurse, Henry Ford Hospital
Danielle Bennetts, lead attorney, Sexual Assault Team, Wayne County Prosecutor’s Office
Kelly Carter, assistant attorney general, Michigan Department of Attorney General
Tracee Jackson, mental health program director, Prostitution Offenders Program, Southwest Detroit Community Justice Center
Allen Williams, police officer, Detroit Police Department – Vice Squad
Moderator: Elisabeth Moore, second-year Wayne Law student

3 p.m. “Investigation and Adjudication at the Federal Level”

Amanda Jawad, assistant U.S. attorney, Eastern District of Michigan
Nate Knapper, special agent, FBI
Nicole McGee, victim specialist, FBI
Moderator: Taylor Hilton, second-year Wayne Law student

4:10 p.m. “A Multi-Faceted Dialogue on Sex Trafficking”

Danielle Bennetts, lead attorney, Sexual Assault Team, Wayne County Prosecutor’s Office
Kelly Carter, assistant attorney general, Michigan Department of Attorney General
David Champine, APA, Sexual Assault Team, Wayne County Prosecutor’s Office
Alice Jay, survivor
Nicole McGee, victim specialist, FBI
Moderator: Lydia Mikail, first-year Wayne Law student

5:10 p.m. Closing remarks, networking reception to follow

Sponsors: Avalon International Breads, LaPita Fresh and Starbucks

Port Huron Community Group
2019-04-09 18:30 - 20:00 | St. Clair Co. Community Foundation, 500 Water St., Port Huron, MI, 48060, United States
The April meeting is a planning meeting for the Pt. Huron Community Group. We will be evaluating the April 8 conference and then planning our upcoming events.
The Port Huron Community Group meets the 2nd Tuesday of every month (October-April). 2019 dates include: January 8, February 12, March 12, and April 9. The group meets between 6:30-8pm at the St. Clair Co. Community Foundation located at 500 Water St. Port Huron, MI 48060.
For more information please email porthuron@map-mi.org.

MAP @ Oakland University
2019-04-09 08:00 - 09:30 | Oakland University, 2200 N. Squirrel, Auburn Hills, MI, 48309, United States
MAP will be presenting at Oakland University’s Human Sexuality class. We will discuss the responsibility the next generation has in changing our culture by what we consume and tolerate; the presentation will also contain an overview of trafficking and the red flags to look for to prevent & end it.
This is a private presentation for college students. The intended audience is age 18-25.

Port Huron - Conference on Human Trafficking
2019-04-08 14:30 - 17:30 | St. Clair Community College, 323 Erie St, Port Huron, MI, 48060, United States
The St. Clair County Community College Nursing Department and MAP present the 2nd annual Conference on Human Trafficking.
Featuring Keynote Speaker: Danielle Bastien , RN, DNP, FNP-BC
Danielle is an emergency room nurse at Henry Ford Hospital. She recently completed the DNP program at Wayne State University where her doctoral thesis was on human trafficking. Danielle developed a policy for the Henry Ford Health System which implemented changes to the triage and emergency department process to assist in better identifying patients who are victims of trafficking. Nurses and healthcare providers will benefit from Bastien’s research, experience and compassion.
2.5 Continuing Education Contact Hours for nurses will be available.
Conference is held at St Clair Community College – SC4 – Fine Arts Building
323 Erie St, Port Huron, MI 48060

CANCELLED -Brighton Community Group
2019-04-04 19:00 - 21:00 | Cornerstone Evangelical Presbyterian Church, 9455 Hilton Road, Brighton, MI, 48114, United States
We are sorry but the Brighton Community Group meeting planned for tonight is cancelled. Sessions and activities are in process of planning for the upcoming months and your input is welcomed! Come to the next meeting or email us your thoughts and ideas. We plan to meet at 7pm on the 1st Thursday of each month at Cornerstone EPC. This group will work to raise awareness and fight modern-day slavery in Michigan and beyond
Please sign up to recieve the Brighton Community Groups newsletters to stay informed of activities.

MAP @ Leadership Livingston
2019-04-04 15:30 - 16:30 | EMS / U of M Center, 1911 Tooley Rd, Howell, MI, 48855, United States
MAP will share a brief presentation on human-trafficking with the Leadership Livingston group.
The goals of Leadership Livingston are simple: To identify existing and emerging leaders and to expand the number of informed, civic-oriented volunteer leaders. To provide information on community resources, to identify community concerns and to give participants an opportunity to interact with other business and community leaders. To challenge participants to increase their knowledge and to become actively involved in problem-solving in the community. To develop a core of individuals who will serve the county as a source for informed, motivated project leaders. To have an immediate positive effect on the participants, their organizations and the community.

Ann Arbor - Planning Meeting
2019-04-01 17:30 - 19:30 | Grace West Church, 5171 Jackson Rd, Ann Arbor, MI, 48103, United States
Come check it out, join our team as we plan our 2019 events and initiatives on Monday April 1st at 5:30PM! We would love to hear your ideas, passions and gifts! Come brainstorm with us about how we will work together to end modern day slavery in our community. If you want to get more involved with volunteering this is a great meeting to learn about opportunities available on a one time and recurring basis! We would love to have you join our team! Please RSVP if you can make it!

If you have any questions or concerns contact us anytime! anna@map-mi.org
Thank you for partnering with us to end modern day slavery! We hope to see you then!

Ann Arbor - Human Trafficking 101 & S.O.A.P. Hotel Outreach
2019-03-31 12:30 - 16:00 | Grace West Church, 5171 Jackson Rd, Ann Arbor, MI, 48103, United States
Save Our Adolescents from Prostitution (S.O.A.P.)’s mission is to educate hotels & motels about how to identify and report human trafficking in order to prevent the commercial sexual exploitation of children. Volunteers provide soap labeled with the National Human Trafficking Hotline number, missing children posters, and resources to assist hotels with identifying and reporting human trafficking.

MAP’s Ann Arbor Community Group host S.O.A.P. 3 times a year in Ann Arbor before major events come to the area that significantly increase trafficking in local hotels. Lunch will be provided. $10 suggested donation to cover cost of lunch and hotel outreach resources. Appropriate for minors ages 16+ if joined by a parent or guardian.

S.O.A.P. t-shirts and both of Theresa Flores’s books are available for purchase as another way to support S.O.A.P. and learn about founder and survivor, Theresa’ Flores’s incredible story. We hope that you will join us as we learn as a community and participate in a meaningful hands on activity that provides sex trafficking victims with a bar of hope!

Please register ASAP so that we can prepare adequately for lunch!

We welcome the opportunity to meet you and discover your passions and talents. Thank you for working together with us to help prevent and abolish human trafficking in our community and beyond!
