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SUMMARY:Human Trafficking Awareness Training
DESCRIPTION:Virtual Support Group and Training for Macomb County: \nFoster\, Adoptive\, and Kinship parents \nLearn the ties between foster care and human trafficking. \n  \n*Register in advance*
URL:https://michiganabolitionistproject.org/event/human-trafficking-awareness-training/
LOCATION:Online Meeting
CATEGORIES:Awareness,Professional Training,Virtual Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210912T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210912T170000
DTSTAMP:20260607T182347
CREATED:20210608T165529Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210608T165529Z
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SUMMARY:EMS Human Trafficking Intro Training
DESCRIPTION:Presentation for EMS Education Day
URL:https://michiganabolitionistproject.org/event/ems-human-trafficking-intro-training/
LOCATION:MI\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Heather McGannon":MAILTO:heather@map-mi.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210823T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210823T203000
DTSTAMP:20260607T182347
CREATED:20210119T050835Z
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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 Virtual Meeting: August 23rd\, 7 pm\nAll are welcome to attend – contact midland@map-mi.org for zoom details.\nYou can also join the MAP Mid-Michigan Facebook Group or sign-up for their email list (“Community Group: Mid-Michigan”) to have invites to any future meetings and events sent straight to your inbox!\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/mid-michigan-community-group-6-2021-08-23/
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:20210804T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210804T130000
DTSTAMP:20260607T182347
CREATED:20210513T051908Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210804T051012Z
UID:10083-1628078400-1628082000@michiganabolitionistproject.org
SUMMARY:A Cup of Hope: Webinar Series
DESCRIPTION:August 4\, 12:00 – 1:00 pm\n[ Episode #22 ]\nThe Reality and Risks for Runaway and Homeless Youth\nMany are aware that homelessness is a major social concern in the United States\, however\, did you know that between 500\,000 and 2.8 million YOUTH experience homelessness within the United States each year? To make matters worse\, runaway and homeless youth (RHY) are at particularly high risk for human trafficking. In fact\, one study found that nearly one in five (124 of 641 RHY interviewed from around the country) were identified as victims of some form of human trafficking and that 91% had been approached by someone offering an opportunity for income that was “too good to be true.” Are you ready to learn how we as concerned citizens and family members can support the youth in our lives and prevent human trafficking within our communities? Join us for this important episode as we unpack the experiences of runaway and homeless youth by discussing risk and protective factors\, recruitment methods\, community resources\, and much more – all with someone who directly works with these youth in our community!\n\nGuest Speaker:\nMay Freck\, Youth Empowerment Coordinator (Outreach)\, Common Ground\n \n\nMay Freck (BSW\, CPS) is the Youth Empowerment Coordinator at Common Ground’s Sanctuary Runaway and Homeless Youth Shelter. She has worked for the shelter for four years and has been at Common Ground for over six\, starting with the agency as a volunteer and then employee on the resource and crisis line. May primarily works in an outreach and educational capacity in her current role but is also the staff liaison for the agency’s Youth Leadership Council. She regularly connects with youth during and after their experiences with running away and homelessness. May is also deeply involved with the LGBTQ community as she is personally a part of it and professionally and academically has focused on issues youth in the community face\, including exploitation.\n>> Click Here to visit the Common Ground website\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.\nThanks 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\nClick here to view past episode recordings
URL:https://michiganabolitionistproject.org/event/a-cup-of-hope-webinar-series-8/
LOCATION:LIVE on Facebook\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:A Cup of Hope,Awareness,Featured,Professional Training,Students/University,Virtual Event,Youth
ORGANIZER;CN="Michigan Abolitionist Project":MAILTO:info@map-mi.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210724
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210725
DTSTAMP:20260607T182347
CREATED:20210708T170206Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210708T170407Z
UID:10322-1627084800-1627171199@michiganabolitionistproject.org
SUMMARY:Metro Beach - Grace Christian Music Festival
DESCRIPTION:Grace Christian Music Festival’s mission is to strengthen and unite the people of Macomb County and the surrounding Metro-Detroit area by providing a safe\, family-focused event at Lake St. Clair  Metropark/Metro Beach that allows people of all ages and denominations to experience the love and grace of God on a deeper level.\n\nCome visit us at our MAP booth!
URL:https://michiganabolitionistproject.org/event/gc-music-festival/
LOCATION:Metro Beach\, 31300 Metro Pkwy\, Harrison Twp\, MI\, 48045\, United States
CATEGORIES:Awareness,Freedom Marketplace
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210716T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210716T100000
DTSTAMP:20260607T182347
CREATED:20210720T184811Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210720T184811Z
UID:10357-1626427800-1626429600@michiganabolitionistproject.org
SUMMARY:Radio Interview with Dynamite Dave
DESCRIPTION:Raising awareness for Human Trafficking.  On the show with Matt from Junk Patrol Berrien County who are hosting a fundraiser for us this week.
URL:https://michiganabolitionistproject.org/event/radio-interview-with-dynamite-dave/
LOCATION:MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Awareness,West Michigan
ORGANIZER;CN="Heather McGannon":MAILTO:heather@map-mi.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210716T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210716T090000
DTSTAMP:20260607T182347
CREATED:20210827T003902Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210827T003902Z
UID:10446-1626422400-1626426000@michiganabolitionistproject.org
SUMMARY:Dynamite Dave Show!
DESCRIPTION:We joined Dynamite Dave and Scrapper Matt on the air to talk about Human Trafficking Awareness\, as well as\, the fundraiser that Junk Patrol of Berrien County put on for us.
URL:https://michiganabolitionistproject.org/event/dynamite-dave-show/
LOCATION:MI\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Heather McGannon":MAILTO:heather@map-mi.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210713T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210713T203000
DTSTAMP:20260607T182347
CREATED:20210622T163954Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210622T185903Z
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SUMMARY:2-Day Virtual Youth Summit (World Without Exploitation)
DESCRIPTION:Educating the New Generation\nWorld Without Exploitation’s 4th Annual Youth Summit\nTuesday and Thursday\, July 13th and 15th from 6:00-8:30 pm EDT.\n\n\n\nMAP is joining the World Without Exploitation (WorldWE) Youth Coalition for their annual two-day virtual summit! WorldWE’s 4th annual Youth Summit will be centered around activating\, educating\, and inspiring youth ages 16-28 to combat human trafficking and sexual exploitation. Attendees will watch panels and participate in workshops facilitated by nationally renowned survivor experts\, leaders in the anti-trafficking movement\, and youth activists at the forefront of the movement to ensure no one is bought\, sold\, or exploited.\n\nThe Youth Summit is made available free of charge. \n 
URL:https://michiganabolitionistproject.org/event/2-day-virtual-youth-summit-world-without-exploitation/
LOCATION:Webinar\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Awareness,Community Group,End the Demand,Featured,Virtual Event,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210710T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210710T130000
DTSTAMP:20260607T182347
CREATED:20210622T170433Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210701T044859Z
UID:10237-1625911200-1625922000@michiganabolitionistproject.org
SUMMARY:Ann Arbor - "Stand Against Demand" Survivor-led March
DESCRIPTION:STAND AGAINST DEMAND – PROTECT SURVIVORS\, NOT SEX BUYERS! \nA 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 trafficking. The only truly progressive & survivor-informed solution to ending exploitation is partial-decriminalization.\nJoin survivors and allies on Saturday\, July 10th at 10 AM at the Washtenaw County Courthouse as we march to raise awareness and educate Michigan residents on the harms of full-decriminalization of the sex trade!\n\n>>> Visit www.equalitymodelmichigan.com to learn more.\nOrganized by the Michigan H.E.A.T. Coalition
URL:https://michiganabolitionistproject.org/event/washtenaw-stand-against-demand-survivor-led-march/
LOCATION:Washtenaw County Courthouse\, 101 E Huron St\, Ann Arbor\, MI\, 48104\, United States
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Awareness,End the Demand,Featured
ORGANIZER;CN="H.E.A.T. Coalition":MAILTO:ajohnson@wcnls.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210618T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210618T130000
DTSTAMP:20260607T182347
CREATED:20210610T184815Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210907T135353Z
UID:10191-1624017600-1624021200@michiganabolitionistproject.org
SUMMARY:Southwest Michigan Task Force Meeting
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-task-force-meeting-2/
LOCATION:MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Group,West Michigan
ORGANIZER;CN="Heather McGannon":MAILTO:heather@map-mi.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210527T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210527T150000
DTSTAMP:20260607T182347
CREATED:20210413T224024Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210521T025351Z
UID:9963-1622109600-1622127600@michiganabolitionistproject.org
SUMMARY:2021 EMPOWER CONFERENCE! [virtual]
DESCRIPTION: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 YOU to gather with us virtually for the 2021 Empower Conference. We will be welcoming survivor leaders and anti-trafficking experts from around the country to share an inside perspective on the sex trade – the complex issues that fuel it\, the harsh realities within it\, and the truth behind the legislative frameworks that claim to regulate it. What can we learn from other states? What is the Equality Model and how does it work? What’s being done in Michigan and what are the next steps?\nJoin us on May 27th to learn how YOU can become part of the solution and help create a world in which no person is bought\, sold\, or exploited.\n\nCheck out our action-packed agenda and the images below for more details! This is one lineup you won’t want to miss.\nCan’t make it? No worries. Register to make sure you receive access to this important information.\n \n \n \n \n\nEmpower is an annual MAP conference that addresses challenges and collaborative solutions pertaining to human trafficking.
URL:https://michiganabolitionistproject.org/event/virtual-empower-conference/
LOCATION:Zoom Webinar\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Awareness,Featured,Freedom Coalition,Professional Training,Virtual Event,Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="Michigan Abolitionist Project":MAILTO:info@map-mi.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210524T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210524T203000
DTSTAMP:20260607T182347
CREATED:20210119T050835Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210119T054640Z
UID:9667-1621882800-1621888200@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 Virtual Meeting: May 24th\, 7 pm\nAll are welcome to attend – contact midland@map-mi.org for zoom details.\nYou can also join the Mid-Michigan Community Group on Facebook or sign-up for their monthly newsletters to stay up to date with any other upcoming events!\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/mid-michigan-community-group-6-2021-05-24/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210521T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210521T130000
DTSTAMP:20260607T182347
CREATED:20210414T200705Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210414T200705Z
UID:9980-1621598400-1621602000@michiganabolitionistproject.org
SUMMARY:Southwest Michigan Task Force Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Monthly Southwest Michigan Human Trafficking Task Force Meeting\nJoin Zoom Meeting\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/81213258572 \nMeeting ID: 812 1325 8572\nOne tap mobile\n+16468769923\,\,81213258572#\n\nSouthwest Michigan Task Force\nIf you live in Southwest Michigan (St. Joe\, Benton Harbor area) and are looking\nfor ways to help prevent and end human trafficking in your community\,\njoin MAP’s Southwest Michigan Task Force!\nMonthly Virtual Meeting: May 21\, 12 pm\nAll are welcome to attend – contact heather@map-mi.org for zoom details.\nYou can also join the Southwest Michigan Task Force on Facebook  to stay up to date with any other upcoming events!\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/southwest-michigan-task-force-meeting/
LOCATION:MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Awareness,Community Group,West Michigan
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210518T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210518T203000
DTSTAMP:20260607T182347
CREATED:20210410T234534Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210419T153055Z
UID:9957-1621362600-1621369800@michiganabolitionistproject.org
SUMMARY:West Michigan Fundraiser: Painting with Shelby Kregel
DESCRIPTION:We’re excited to be back in the Glasshouse with local artist Shelby Kregel. Shelby will be leading a painting class\, we will enjoy a charcuturie spread and drinks\, all while getting to support MAP in the fight to prevent and end human trafficking. \n*ticket price covers cost of the event\, but donations to support MAP’s programs are greatly appreciated
URL:https://michiganabolitionistproject.org/event/west-michigan-fundraiser-painting-with-shelby-kregel/
LOCATION:Glass House Creative Community\, 6024 Chicago Drive\, Zeeland\, MI\, 49464\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210511T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210511T153000
DTSTAMP:20260607T182347
CREATED:20210507T221009Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210507T221314Z
UID:10049-1620741600-1620747000@michiganabolitionistproject.org
SUMMARY:Improving Our Collective Response: Oakland County Human Trafficking Task Force
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://michiganabolitionistproject.org/event/improving-our-collective-response-oakland-county-human-trafficking-task-force/
LOCATION:Remo\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured,Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="Michigan Abolitionist Project":MAILTO:info@map-mi.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210506T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210506T200000
DTSTAMP:20260607T182347
CREATED:20210306T011800Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210513T052559Z
UID:9915-1620327600-1620331200@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 programs that are in need of passionate advocates just like you!\nDuring our virtual Volunteer Interest Meetings\, our staff will 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 month. Click the button to register for any of our scheduled meetings.\nWe hope you will consider joining us!
URL:https://michiganabolitionistproject.org/event/volunteer-interest-meeting-virtual-2-2021-05-06/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured,Vista Maria,Volunteer Opportunity
ORGANIZER;CN="Michigan Abolitionist Project":MAILTO:info@map-mi.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210505T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210505T123000
DTSTAMP:20260607T182347
CREATED:20201027T015143Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210505T060020Z
UID:9614-1620216000-1620217800@michiganabolitionistproject.org
SUMMARY:A Cup of Hope: Webinar Series
DESCRIPTION:A Cup of Hope\nWe will be taking a short break from May-July and will resume with new episodes in August!\nThanks 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\nClick Here to Watch Past Episodes\nThis webinar 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.
URL:https://michiganabolitionistproject.org/event/2021-01-06-2021-05-05/
LOCATION:LIVE on Facebook\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:A Cup of Hope,Awareness,Featured,Virtual Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Michigan Abolitionist Project":MAILTO:info@map-mi.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210430T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210430T100000
DTSTAMP:20260607T182347
CREATED:20210430T203358Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210430T203358Z
UID:10001-1619773200-1619776800@michiganabolitionistproject.org
SUMMARY:Law Enforcement CIT Training
DESCRIPTION:Training Law Enforcement Officers in Berrien County on Human Trafficking
URL:https://michiganabolitionistproject.org/event/law-enforcement-cit-training/
LOCATION:MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Awareness,Professional Training,West Michigan
ORGANIZER;CN="Heather McGannon":MAILTO:heather@map-mi.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210427T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210427T190000
DTSTAMP:20260607T182347
CREATED:20210405T233954Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210407T081626Z
UID:9943-1619544600-1619550000@michiganabolitionistproject.org
SUMMARY:Freedom Coalition - Call to Action
DESCRIPTION: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 of every other month for the sharing of new research\, best practices\, case studies\, education\, and specialized training. Consider joining our network! \nApril Freedom Coalition Meeting\nDue to rising concerns for Washtenaw County\, our April Freedom Coalition meeting will be moved to April 13th at 7 pm\, where you are invited to join survivor advocates for their Virtual Town Hall.\n\n\nClick here for additional details and registration regarding the upcoming #STOPSAVIT Town Hall meeting.\nYou can also learn more by visiting STOPSAVIT.COM\n 
URL:https://michiganabolitionistproject.org/event/freedom-coalition-canceled/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Awareness,Featured,Freedom Coalition
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210426T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210426T203000
DTSTAMP:20260607T182347
CREATED:20210119T050835Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210119T054612Z
UID:9666-1619463600-1619469000@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 Virtual Meeting: April 26th\, 7 pm\nAll are welcome to attend – contact midland@map-mi.org for zoom details.\nYou can also join the Mid-Michigan Community Group on Facebook or sign-up for their monthly newsletters to stay up to date with any other upcoming events!\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/mid-michigan-community-group-6-2021-04-26/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210422T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210422T203000
DTSTAMP:20260607T182347
CREATED:20210415T011246Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210415T011246Z
UID:9986-1619118000-1619123400@michiganabolitionistproject.org
SUMMARY:How Many Slaves Work for You? (private presentation)
DESCRIPTION:“How Many Slaves Work for You?”\nPresented by: Dawn Ames\nLake Orion/Oxford MAP Community Group\n\n\n\nThis special presentation on labor trafficking will be provided for North Oakland Zonta club members during a regularly scheduled meeting.\n*This event is CLOSED to the public*\n\nIf you are interested in requesting this presentation for your next meeting or event\, please contact the Lake Orion/Oxford MAP Community Group directly at lakeorionoxford@map-mi.org\n\nTo learn more about the Pontiac North Oakland Zonta Club\, click here
URL:https://michiganabolitionistproject.org/event/how-many-slaves-work-for-you/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Awareness,Community Group
ORGANIZER;CN="Lake Orion/Oxford Community Group":MAILTO:lakeorionoxford@map-mi.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210416T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210416T130000
DTSTAMP:20260607T182347
CREATED:20210414T142121Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210414T195834Z
UID:9970-1618574400-1618578000@michiganabolitionistproject.org
SUMMARY:Southwest Michigan Task Force
DESCRIPTION:Monthly Southwest Michigan Human Trafficking Task Force Meeting\nJoin Zoom Meeting\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/81213258572 \nMeeting ID: 812 1325 8572\nOne tap mobile\n+16468769923\,\,81213258572#\n\n\n\nSouthwest Michigan Task Force Meeting\nIf you live in Southwest Michigan (St. Joe\, Benton Harbor area) and are looking\nfor ways to help prevent and end human trafficking in your community\,\njoin MAP’s Southwest Michigan Community Group!\nMonthly Virtual Meeting: April 16\, 2021\nAll are welcome to attend – contact heather@map-mi.org for zoom details.\nYou can also join the Southwest Michigan Task Force on Facebook to stay up to date with any other upcoming events!\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/southwest-michigan-task-force/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Awareness,Community Group,West Michigan
ORGANIZER;CN="Heather McGannon":MAILTO:heather@map-mi.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210413T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210413T200000
DTSTAMP:20260607T182347
CREATED:20210405T230901Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210407T081949Z
UID:9924-1618340400-1618344000@michiganabolitionistproject.org
SUMMARY:Washtenaw County - Virtual Town Hall
DESCRIPTION:VIRTUAL TOWN HALL\nApril 13th\, 7 PM\nURGENT 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 safer Michigan and #STOPSAVIT.\n \nLearn more at stopsavit.com!\n\nRegistration required. State government officials\, criminal justice professionals\, and child advocacy agencies strongly encouraged to attend.
URL:https://michiganabolitionistproject.org/event/washtenaw-county-virtual-town-hall/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Awareness,Featured
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210407T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210407T130000
DTSTAMP:20260607T182347
CREATED:20201027T015143Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210405T210904Z
UID:9613-1617796800-1617800400@michiganabolitionistproject.org
SUMMARY:A Cup of Hope: Webinar Series
DESCRIPTION:April 7\, 2021\n12:00 – 12:30 pm\n[ Episode #21 ] The Decriminalization of Sex Buying – what’s in store for Washtenaw’s future? \n\nHave 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 is legal\, there is an increase in demand for commercial sex\, which leads to an increase in sex trafficking. This means more and more vulnerable individuals – including youth of all ages – will be targeted for sexual exploitation by means of force\, fraud\, and/or coercion to meet the rising demands of sex buyers. Contrary to claims of increased safety\, this policy creates a dangerous precedent for Ann Arbor\, a town of over 80\,000 college students – and potentially all of Michigan – as we are now at greater risk of becoming a sex tourism hub for buyers and traffickers nationwide. We urge you to join our live discussion\, as we consider the research and explore the Equality Model\, the only truly progressive & survivor-informed solution to preventing and ending sex trafficking.\n\n \nSpecial Guest: Peg Talburtt\nMargaret (Peg) Talburtt\, PhD has spent her entire career in the nonprofit sector\, primarily working with foundations. She had been engaged in anti-human trafficking work as a funder and advocate not as a direct service provider since the 1990s. She currently is a member of MAP-Ann Arbor\, the MHTTF\, and the Resources Subcommittee of the MI HT Commission. \n  \n  \n  \n  \n\nClick here to view past episode recordings
URL:https://michiganabolitionistproject.org/event/2021-01-06-2021-04-07/
LOCATION:LIVE on Facebook\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:A Cup of Hope,Awareness,Featured,Virtual Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Michigan Abolitionist Project":MAILTO:info@map-mi.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210401T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210401T200000
DTSTAMP:20260607T182347
CREATED:20210306T011800Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210402T014202Z
UID:9844-1617303600-1617307200@michiganabolitionistproject.org
SUMMARY:Volunteer Interest Meeting (virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Looking for ways to get involved in the fight against human trafficking?\nMAP has numerous volunteer-based initiatives that are in need of passionate advocates just like you!\nDuring our virtual Volunteer Interest Meetings\, we provide a brief overview of our programs in order to help you find the volunteer opportunity that is right for you and connect you to the resources you will need to make an impact. Join us in learning how you can use your unique talents and resources to prevent and end human trafficking in your community! All ages are welcome and encouraged to join.\n \nCan’t make it this month? No worries\, these virtual meetings are held on a regular basis. Check back on our Event Calendar to see when the next meeting may be scheduled.\nYou can also review our Volunteer – Take Action page to learn more about some of our current volunteer opportunities.\nWe hope you will consider joining us!
URL:https://michiganabolitionistproject.org/event/volunteer-interest-meeting-virtual-2/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Opportunity
ORGANIZER;CN="Michigan Abolitionist Project":MAILTO:info@map-mi.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210323T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210323T200000
DTSTAMP:20260607T182347
CREATED:20210302T002318Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210311T011928Z
UID:9812-1616526000-1616529600@michiganabolitionistproject.org
SUMMARY:Troy Community Group (virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Troy Community Group\nIf you live in the Troy\, Michigan area and are looking\nfor ways to help prevent and end human trafficking in your community\,\njoin MAP’s Troy Community Group!\nVirtual Meeting: Tuesday\, March 23\, 7 pm\nJoin us for a virtual informational meeting to discuss a possible hotel outreach to bring Human Trafficking Awareness to local hotel management and staff. Because traffickers commonly choose hotels and motels for sex trafficking\, it is important that hotel staff be aware of signs of trafficking and how to report it. If you are interested in joining us or learning more\, please register for our upcoming meeting using the button below. After registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.\n\n\n\nWant to stay connected with MAP’s growing Troy Community Group? Click here to sign-up for their designated Community Group email list to have updates and invites sent directly to your inbox.\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/troy-community-group-virtual/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Awareness,Community Group,Featured,Volunteer Opportunity
ORGANIZER;CN="Troy Community Group":MAILTO:troy@map-mi.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210322T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210322T203000
DTSTAMP:20260607T182347
CREATED:20210119T050835Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210323T045958Z
UID:9665-1616439600-1616445000@michiganabolitionistproject.org
SUMMARY:Mid-Michigan Community Group - Canceled
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 Virtual Meeting:\nMarch meeting has been canceled \nYou can also join the Mid-Michigan Community Group on Facebook or sign-up for their monthly newsletters to stay up to date with any other upcoming events!\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/mid-michigan-community-group-6-2021-03-22/
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:20210319T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210319T113000
DTSTAMP:20260607T182347
CREATED:20210224T025711Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210302T175614Z
UID:9804-1616144400-1616153400@michiganabolitionistproject.org
SUMMARY:Building Capacity for Funding Anti-Human Trafficking Efforts (Part 3 of the virtual workshop series)
DESCRIPTION:This is a part THREE of a three-part interactive workshop series for organizations of all sizes and for those looking to fund anti-trafficking efforts. This FREE workshop series is presented by the Michigan Human Trafficking Commission together with the Michigan Abolitionist Project. Registration required. Register for any or all sessions. This is a virtual interactive event hosted in Remo\, providing you the opportunity to network with other attendees.\n \n  \nPart ONE – Thursday\, March 18\, 9:00-11:30 a.m.\nIs My Organization Ready to Apply for Grant funding? \nAre you inspired to start a nonprofit to help serve your community? Do you want to learn more about sustaining your organization? Starting and sustaining a nonprofit are not easy tasks\, but we need people like you to serve our communities! Are you ready? \nPart One of this series is for start-up and newly formed organizations\, it explores key components to building a healthy and sustainable organization. \nClick Here for PART ONE – Agenda and Registration \n  \nPart TWO – Thursday\, March 18\, 2:00-4:00 p.m.\nFund Development Overview \nRaising resources for your nonprofit is about discipline\, planning\, passion for mission\, and knowing how to connect people to that mission. There are many keys to success in seeking funding but perhaps most important is to know what funders are looking for in the nonprofits they choose to fund. \nPart Two of this series explores a variety of funding streams\, what funders are looking for\, and how to effectively make your case for support. \nClick Here for PART TWO – Agenda and Registration \n  \nPart THREE – Friday\, March 19\, 9:00 -11:30 a.m.\nFederal Grants: Process and Developing Your Resources \nLanding a government grant could be a wonderful thing for your nonprofit. However\, it may be an overwhelming and challenging task. Before you spend precious time applying for government funding\, make sure that your nonprofit is positioned for success. \nPart Three of this series is for nonprofit organizations that have attended Parts 1 and 2 or are established and feel they are ready to apply for more elaborate grants. \nClick Here for PART THREE – Agenda and Registration
URL:https://michiganabolitionistproject.org/event/building-capacity-for-funding-anti-human-trafficking-efforts-3-part-virtual-workshop-series-2021-03-12/
LOCATION:Virtual Workshop
CATEGORIES:Featured,Professional Training,Virtual Event,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210318T161500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210318T171500
DTSTAMP:20260607T182347
CREATED:20210316T045518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210316T045518Z
UID:9869-1616084100-1616087700@michiganabolitionistproject.org
SUMMARY:Human Trafficking Training for 2021 MSHA Annual Conference
DESCRIPTION:Michigan Speech-Language-Hearing Association\n2021 MSHA Annual Conference – Virtual\nPropelling the Professions into the Future ~ Connecting Research and Clinical Practice\n\n\nMAP Presentation: Human Trafficking & Modern-Day Slavery\nThis presentation will provide an in-depth explanation of human trafficking\, including the key components that distinguish a victim\, common misconceptions\, trafficker control tactics\, and ways disabled persons may be more at-risk. In addition\, attendees will learn the barriers that may prevent victims from self-identifying\, the importance of recognizing potential indicators\, as well as how to appropriately respond to suspected human trafficking situations. \n\n\nEvent Date:  3/18/2021 – 3/20/2021 \nLocation: Virtual Conference \nContact Person: Jenny Fedewa (phone: 517.332.5691) \nWebsite: https://www.michiganspeechhearing.org/
URL:https://michiganabolitionistproject.org/event/human-trafficking-training-for-2021-msha-annual-conference/
LOCATION:Virtual\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Professional Training,Virtual Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210318T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210318T160000
DTSTAMP:20260607T182347
CREATED:20210224T025711Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210302T175717Z
UID:9796-1616076000-1616083200@michiganabolitionistproject.org
SUMMARY:Building Capacity for Funding Anti-Human Trafficking Efforts (Part 2 of the virtual workshop series)
DESCRIPTION:This is part TWO of a three-part interactive workshop series for organizations of all sizes and for those looking to fund anti-trafficking efforts. This FREE workshop series is presented by the Michigan Human Trafficking Commission together with the Michigan Abolitionist Project. Registration required. Register for any or all sessions. This is a virtual interactive event hosted in Remo\, providing you the opportunity to network with other attendees.\n \n  \nPart ONE – Thursday\, March 18\, 9:00-11:30 a.m.\nIs My Organization Ready to Apply for Grant funding? \nAre you inspired to start a nonprofit to help serve your community? Do you want to learn more about sustaining your organization? Starting and sustaining a nonprofit are not easy tasks\, but we need people like you to serve our communities! Are you ready? \nPart One of this series is for start-up and newly formed organizations\, it explores key components to building a healthy and sustainable organization. \nClick Here for PART ONE – Agenda and Registration \n  \nPart TWO – Thursday\, March 18\, 2:00-4:00 p.m.\nFund Development Overview \nRaising resources for your nonprofit is about discipline\, planning\, passion for mission\, and knowing how to connect people to that mission. There are many keys to success in seeking funding but perhaps most important is to know what funders are looking for in the nonprofits they choose to fund. \nPart Two of this series explores a variety of funding streams\, what funders are looking for\, and how to effectively make your case for support. \nClick Here for PART TWO – Agenda and Registration \n  \nPart THREE – Friday\, March 19\, 9:00 -11:30 a.m.\nFederal Grants: Process and Developing Your Resources \nLanding a government grant could be a wonderful thing for your nonprofit. However\, it may be an overwhelming and challenging task. Before you spend precious time applying for government funding\, make sure that your nonprofit is positioned for success. \nPart Three of this series is for nonprofit organizations that have attended Parts 1 and 2 or are established and feel they are ready to apply for more elaborate grants. \nClick Here for PART THREE – Agenda and Registration
URL:https://michiganabolitionistproject.org/event/building-capacity-for-funding-anti-human-trafficking-efforts-3-part-virtual-workshop-series-2021-03-11/
LOCATION:Virtual Workshop
CATEGORIES:Featured,Professional Training,Virtual Event,Workshop
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