Michigan Anti Trafficking Project (MAP)

Milford/Commerce Community Group
2019-04-16 19:00 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | 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!

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!

Port Huron Community Group
2019-03-12 18:30 - 20:00 | St. Clair Co. Community Foundation, 500 Water St., Port Huron, MI, 48060, United States
At the March gathering the Port Huron Community Group welcomes Deb Drennan, Director of Freedom House in Detroit. Deb will present about the history and mission of Freedom House.
About Freedom House – Freedom House Detroit is a temporary home for indigent survivors of persecution from around the world who are seeking asylum in the United States and Canada. Our mission is to uphold a fundamental American principle, one inscribed on the base of the Statue of Liberty, providing safety for those “yearning to breathe free.” In 2012 we became a formal partner in the Northern Tier Anti-Trafficking Consortium servicing victims of human trafficking.
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 email porthuron@map-mi.org.

Lake Orion - Human Trafficking Awareness Presentation
2019-03-11 19:00 - 20:00 | Lockhart’s BBQ, 37 E. Flint St, Lake Orion, MI, 48362, United States
As a core community service provider in the Orion community, the Orion Township Public Library plays a role in bringing our community together and making it better. Join them for their “Library Community Conversation” at Lockharts BBQ where MAP’s Lake Orion-Oxford Community Group will present an overview of human trafficking. Learn what human trafficking is, where it happens and what you can do to prevent it and protect people you care about.
The event will take place at Lockharts BBQ in Lake Orion 37 E. Flint St. Lake Orion, MI and is open to the community.

MAP @ Farm Women's Symposium
2019-03-06 08:00 - 19:00 | Hilton Garden Inn, 1300 Cinema Way, Benton Harbor, MI, 49022, United States
MAP will be at the 28th Annual Farm Women’s Symposium (FWS).
Executive Director, Kathy Maitland, will be apart of a panel giving an “Overview of Human Trafficking” on day 1 of this 3 day conference.

Details for registration can be found here: www.farmwomenssymposium.com

MAP @ Girl's Symposium
2019-02-27 07:30 - 11:30 | Southfield High School, 24675 Lahser Rd, Southfield, MI, 48033, United States
MAP will be presenting at 4 breakout sessions during this first annual girl’s symposium. This is a private presentation taking place at a high school. The intended audience is for female students in 9th-12th grade.

MAP will be presenting on changing culture with the next generation.

Southfield: Freedom Coalition
2019-02-26 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 February meeting we welcome David Clayton who is the Outreach Coordinator for Families Against Narcotics (FAN) and “Hope Not Handcuffs“. Hope Not Handcuffs is an initiative started by FAN, aimed at bringing law enforcement and community organizations together in an effort to find viable treatment options for individuals seeking help to reduce dependency with heroin, prescription drugs, and alcohol. Since February 2017 they have provided hope to over 2,400 participants!
A light meal will be provided at 5:30 pm. A suggested donation of $2 is appreciated to cover the cost of food.
The meeting will end promptly at 7:30 pm.
We do ask attendees to register so we have an accurate food count.

Lake Orion - Human Trafficking Awareness Presentation
2019-02-25 19:30 - 21:00 | Lake Orion Village, 21 E.Church St, Lake Orion, MI, 48362, United States
MAP’s Lake Orion – Oxford Community Group will present an overview of Human Trafficking on Monday, February 25 at the Lake Orion Village Meeting at 7:30pm at 21 E.Church St. Lake Orion. The presentation will explain what human trafficking is, where it is happening, and what you can do to prevent it and protect people you care about. The presentation is open to the community.

Milford/Commerce Community Group
2019-02-19 19:00 - 20:30 | Commerce United Methodist Church, 1155 N. Commerce Road, Commerce Twp., MI, 48382, United States
We are excited to welcome our speaker Sergeant Detective Sarah Krebs. Sgt Krebs will be discussing what trafficking can look like in our area along with what to look for, compared to what it might look like in the city. Did you know that over 1,000 children go missing a week in Michigan? Sgt. Krebs is the founder of Missing in Michigan and will give us insight into this organization. If time allows, participants are invited to help put kits together for street outreach during the last part of the meeting.

Reminder: We will be meeting upstairs from now on in the Wesley Room. If you come in through the main doors of the church, turn left, and go up the stairs. It’ll be the first room on the second floor. Light refreshments will be served.
The Milford Commerce Group meets 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!

Port Huron Community Group
2019-02-12 18:30 - 20:00 | St. Clair Co. Community Foundation, 500 Water St., Port Huron, MI, 48060, United States
The February 12, 2019 meeting is a planning meeting for the Port Huron Community Group. Planning includes a discussion of our mission, roles and volunteer opportunities, and the formation of a planning committee for the upcoming Conference on April 8, 2019.
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
For more information please email porthuron@map-mi.org.

Mt. Clemens - "Encounters of Hope" Dance Performance
2019-02-10 18:00 - 20:00 | Emerald Theater, 31 N Walnut Street, Mount Clemens, MI, 48043, United States
MAP will be attending the Encounters of Hope human trafficking awareness event at the Emerald Theater of Mt. Clemens. This is an amazing night featuring the Chaddah Dance Company as they bring truth and awareness about human trafficking through their art of dance. This is also a great opportunity to meet MAP and other leaders of organizations who fight human-trafficking locally and worldwide.

sponsored by Lakepointe Church of Macomb, Journey Church of Mt Clemens and the Baptist State Convention of MI.

Brighton Community Group
2019-02-07 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 recieve the Brighton Community Groups newsletters.

Troy - MAP & JATT RoundTable Event
2019-01-29 17:00 - 19:30 | Troy Community Center, 3179 Livernois Road, Troy, MI, 48083, United States
The RoundTable is an annual event where we gather experienced professionals, advocates, and NGO leaders to participate in an evening of learning, networking and collaboration efforts to address human trafficking in our communities. This year we welcome Andy Soper – Measurable Change, Mike Glennon – FBI, Kelly Carter – Human Trafficking Commission Chair & Senior Attorney Specialist for MI Department of Attorney General and Elizabeth Moon Carter – Salvation Army. Dinner is included and Registration is required.

Ann Arbor Community Group
2019-01-27 13:00 - 17:00 | Grace Ann Arbor, 2803 Boardwalk Dr., Ann Arbor, MI, 48104, United States
The Ann Arbor Community Group meets monthly at Grace Ann Arbor Church.
For more information on the Ann Arbor Community Group, please sign up for their NEWSLETTERS, or EMAIL them at annarbor@map-mi.org.

MAP @ Port Huron MYO
2019-01-22 18:30 - 19:30 | Port Huron, MI, United States
MAP will be educating foster care youth (age 14-24) on what trafficking looks like, and how to keep themselves and their friends safe.
Presentation by Port Huron Community Group leaders.

MAP @ Eastern Michigan University
2019-01-11 12:00 - 13:00 | Eastern Michigan University, 900 Oakwood St, Ypsilanti, MI, 48197, United States
On national human-trafficking awareness day MAP will be presenting to students at EMU.
A brief presentation of human-trafficking, along with a facilitated conversation on the trajectory of culture will take place, followed by a Q&A.
Ethically-made items will be available for purchase as well.

MAP @ St. Patrick Church
2019-01-10 19:00 - 20:30 | St. Patrick Church, 711 Rickett Rd, Brighton, MI, 48116, United States
MAP will share the movie “Chosen” and facilitate a brief Q&A following the showing. This evening will contain an overview of trafficking in our local communities.
The intended audience of this meeting are local parents of middle-high school students.

Port Huron Community Group
2019-01-08 18:30 - 20:00 | St. Clair Co. Community Foundation, 500 Water St., Port Huron, MI, 48060, United States
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 @ Women of Tomorrow (Southfield)
2018-12-13 09:00 - 10:30 | Southfield High School, 24675 Lahser Rd, Southfield, MI, 48033, United States
MAP will give a brief presentation about human trafficking, and show the movie “Chosen.” Q&A will follow the movie showing.
This will be a private presentation taking place within a school. The intended audience includes teen girls that attend Southfield High School.

Port Huron Community Group
2018-12-11 18:30 - 20:00 | The Center Port Huron, 723 Court St, Port Huron, MI, 48060, United States
The December 11th, 2018 meeting will be a planning meeting for the Port Huron Group. Please attend this meeting, especially if you would like to become more involved with the Port Huron Group!
The Pt. Huron Community Group meets the 2nd Tues. of the month (Oct – May). Our 2018 – 2019 mtgs are from 6:30-8 p.m. on Tuesday: Oct. 9, Nov. 13, Dec. 11, Jan. 8, Feb. 12, Mar 12, April 9, May 14. We meet at “The Center” of Pt. Huron: 723 Court St (Green awning entrance off Wall St. between 7th & 8th St.)
