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SUMMARY:Human Trafficking Community Presentation (Grand Rapids)
DESCRIPTION:Heather will be presenting at Clark Retirement Home at 2pm on May 31st.
URL:https://michiganabolitionistproject.org/event/human-trafficking-community-presentation-grand-rapids/
LOCATION:Clark Retirement Home\, 1551 Franklin St SE\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49506\, United States
CATEGORIES:Awareness,Speaker Request,West Michigan
ORGANIZER;CN="Michigan Abolitionist Project":MAILTO:info@map-mi.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230524T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230524T153000
DTSTAMP:20260607T074954
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SUMMARY:High School Presentation (Livonia)
DESCRIPTION:Dawn will be presenting to multiple classes at Stevenson High School about Human Trafficking.\nThis event is closed to the public.
URL:https://michiganabolitionistproject.org/event/high-school-presentation-livonia/
LOCATION:MI\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Michigan Abolitionist Project":MAILTO:info@map-mi.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230520T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230520T183000
DTSTAMP:20260607T074954
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SUMMARY:Inspiring Women’s Greatness (Livonia)
DESCRIPTION:Inspiring Women’s Greatness presents…\n\nTHE WOMEN’S EXPERIENCE\nSelf-Care Conference\nSaturday\, May 20\, 2023\n11:00 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.\n*MAP presentation at 3:00 p.m.\, provided by Dawn Ames. \nQuality Inn – Banquet Hall\n30375 Plymouth Rd.\nLivonia\, MI 48150\n\nAbout the event\nThe Women’s Experience is for ladies looking to be with like-minded women to empower and inspire one another through networking or life stories. As we hear our phenomenal speakers in their life-impacting stories. From domestic violence\, drugs\, and alcohol\, life after prison to entrepreneurship gaining wisdom in financial literacy. Ladies\, this is an event for teens and women so come out ladies.\n*BRING YOUR TIARA*\n\n\n$55/person  (no sales at the door)\n\n\n \n  \n \nWomen | I.w.g ( Inspiring Women’s Greatness) \nInspiring Women’s Greatness is a 501c3 that is a mentoring empowerment organization to help assist women and teens in their daily life skills to become self-sufficient and self-motivated during their transitions in life.\n\nhttps://www.inspiringwomensgreatness.org/
URL:https://michiganabolitionistproject.org/event/inspiring-womens-greatness-livonia/
LOCATION:Quality Inn\, 30375 Plymouth Rd\, Livonia\, MI\, 48150\, United States
CATEGORIES:Awareness,Speaker Request
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230520T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230520T140000
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SUMMARY:Ann Arbor - SOAP Up Hotel Outreach
DESCRIPTION:SOAP Up Ann Arbor\nHotel Outreach Event\nHosted by MAP’s Ann Arbor Community Group!\nDate and time\nSaturday\, May 20th\, 2023\n10:30 am – 2:00 pm\n\nLocation\nAnn Arbor District Library: Westgate Branch (Community Room)2503 Jackson Ave\, Ann Arbor\, MI 48103\n*We will be visiting hotels in Ann Arbor\, Ypsilanti\, Chelsea\, and possibly Whitemore Lake and Milan (depending on the number of volunteers!)\n\n\n\nDid you know human trafficking is the second leading criminal industry in the United States? The average age of entry into trafficking in the U.S. is only 13 years of age and many survivors of trafficking are not aware of how to get help. Join us to educate hotels on how to spot signs of human trafficking and hand out bars of soap with the national human trafficking hotline number along with missing children posters. 80% of all trafficking occurs at hotels/motels and many victims will see a bar of soap in their room which may be a lifeline to freedom. \nPlease join us to learn about the signs of human trafficking in our community. We will label hotel bar soaps to deliver to select area hotels and deliver critical information and missing children’s posters to hotel staff. \nMust be trained (provided on-site) and at least 16 years of age to attend the outreach with parental permission.
URL:https://michiganabolitionistproject.org/event/ann-arbor-soap-up-hotel-outreach/
LOCATION:Ann Arbor District Library: Westgate Branch\, 2503 Jackson Ave\, Ann Arbor\, MI\, 48103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Awareness,Community Group,Featured,Volunteer Opportunity
ORGANIZER;CN="Michigan Abolitionist Project":MAILTO:info@map-mi.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230520T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230520T140000
DTSTAMP:20260607T074954
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SUMMARY:Belle Isle: Freedom Walk & Human Trafficking Resource Fair (SFP)
DESCRIPTION:SOUTHEAST MICHIGAN FREEDOM WALK\n& HUMAN TRAFFICKING RESOURCE FAIR\n\nHosted by Sparrow Freedom Project\nCalling all advocates! Come join us on a 5k Freedom Walk at the beautiful Belle Isle on May 20th. After the walk\, stay to learn more about human trafficking and the service providers and resources available for victims and survivors throughout Metroit-Detroit. There will be food trucks\, music\, and a beautiful view!\n\nMichigan Abolitionist Project will have a resource table at the event.\n\n\n\n\n\nSaturday\, May 20th\, 2023\nBelle Isle\, Michigan\nWalk | 8 AM – 11:30 AM\nResource Fair | 9 AM – 2 PM\n\nFor more information\, visit: Freedom Walk (sparrowfreedomproject.org)
URL:https://michiganabolitionistproject.org/event/freedom-walk-and-human-trafficking-resource-fair-belle-isle/
LOCATION:Belle Isle Park Cricket Field\, 99 Pleasure Drive\, Detroit\, MI\, 48207\, United States
CATEGORIES:Awareness
ORGANIZER;CN="Sparrow Freedom Project":MAILTO:info@sparrowfreedomproject.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230519T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230519T130000
DTSTAMP:20260607T074954
CREATED:20230509T150427Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230509T150427Z
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SUMMARY:St. Joseph-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/st-joseph-southwest-michigan-task-force-meeting/
LOCATION:Children’s Advocacy Center of Southwest Michigan\, 4938 S. Niles Road\, St. Joseph\, MI\, 49085\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Group,West Michigan
ORGANIZER;CN="Michigan Abolitionist Project":MAILTO:info@map-mi.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230513T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230513T130000
DTSTAMP:20260607T074954
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230421T050102Z
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SUMMARY:Downriver - SOAP Up Hotel Outreach
DESCRIPTION:SOAP Up Downriver\nHotel Outreach Event\nHosted by MAP’s Downriver Community Group!\nDate and time\nSaturday\, May 13th\, 2023\n10:00 am – 1:00 pm\n\nLocation\nShielded Souls Clubhouse\n21038 Middlebelt Rd New Boston\, MI 48164\n*We will be visiting hotels in Allen Park\, Melvindale\, Taylor\, and Southgate.\n\n\n\nDid you know human trafficking is the second leading criminal industry in the United States? The average age of entry into trafficking in the U.S. is only 13 years of age and many survivors of trafficking are not aware of how to get help. Join us to educate hotels on how to spot signs of human trafficking and hand out bars of soap with the national human trafficking hotline number along with missing children posters. 80% of all trafficking occurs at hotels/motels and many victims will see a bar of soap in their room which may be a lifeline to freedom. \nPlease join us to learn about the signs of human trafficking in our community. We will label hotel bar soaps to deliver to select area hotels and deliver critical information and missing children’s posters to hotel staff. \nMust be trained (provided on-site) and at least 16 years of age to attend the outreach with parental permission.
URL:https://michiganabolitionistproject.org/event/downriver-soap-up-hotel-outreach/
LOCATION:Shielded Souls Clubhouse\, 21038 Middlebelt Rd\, New Boston\, MI\, 48164\, United States
CATEGORIES:Awareness,Community Group,Featured,Volunteer Opportunity
ORGANIZER;CN="Michigan Abolitionist Project":MAILTO:info@map-mi.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230512T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230512T160000
DTSTAMP:20260607T074954
CREATED:20230508T230647Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230512T185056Z
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SUMMARY:Gabriel Richard High School (Ann Arbor)
DESCRIPTION:MAP’s Ann Arbor Community Group will provide Human Trafficking prevention education to students at Father Gabriel Richard High School in Ann Arbor.
URL:https://michiganabolitionistproject.org/event/gabriel-richard-high-school-ann-arbor/
LOCATION:Gabriel Richard High School\, 4333 Whitehall Dr.\, Ann Arbor\, MI\, 48105\, United States
CATEGORIES:Awareness,Community Group,Speaker Request,Students/University
ORGANIZER;CN="Ann Arbor Community Group":MAILTO:annarbor@map-mi.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230511T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230511T200000
DTSTAMP:20260607T074954
CREATED:20230303T103934Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230427T064839Z
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SUMMARY:Holland Community Group (*RESCHEDULED)
DESCRIPTION:Holland Community Group\nMAP’s Holland Community Group is proud to be part of the Ottawa County Human Trafficking Task Force and the larger movement to end human trafficking in Michigan. We hope you will join us and become part of this amazing community!\n\nAre you passionate about fighting human trafficking in your area? Do you want to join a group of caring and dedicated volunteers who are making a difference? If you live or work in Allegan\, Ottawa\, Muskegon\, or Kent County\, we invite you to join our Holland Community Group! We are a friendly and supportive group of people who learn and work together to raise awareness and prevent human trafficking in our community. No previous experience or knowledge is required to join. We have regular meetings throughout the year where we offer training and plan outreach events. \nWe are currently making plans for our upcoming Holland Freedom Marketplace on Saturday\, August 19th! If you love to shop\, this is a great opportunity to support fair trade businesses and local artisans while learning about labor trafficking and how to shop ethically (+lots of fun kids’ activities!). We are accepting vendor applications ($35) and also looking for volunteers who may be available to help. If you would be interested\, we would love to hear from you! \nCOMMUNITY GROUP MEETINGS:\nStarting in April\, our Holland Community Group meetings will be combined with the Ottawa County Human Trafficking Task Force meetings\, as our CG Leader\, Ashleigh O’Donnell\, is the new co-chair of the task force! These meetings are open to the public and are held on a quarterly basis. The next one will be on Wed\, July 26th\, at 12:00 pm (virtual). If you would be interested in joining us\, please send us an email to receive the Zoom link. \n\nIf you would like to stay connected with MAP’s Holland Community Group\, consider joining our Facebook Group or sign-up for our email list (“Community Group: Holland”) to have invites to 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 address human trafficking and its root causes more effectively.
URL:https://michiganabolitionistproject.org/event/holland-community-group-9-2023-05-11/
LOCATION:Zeeland Biggby\, 501 W Main Ave.\, Zeeland\, MI\, 49464\, United States
CATEGORIES:Awareness,Community Group,Featured,West Michigan
ORGANIZER;CN="Michigan Abolitionist Project":MAILTO:info@map-mi.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230506T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230506T130000
DTSTAMP:20260607T074954
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230421T073033Z
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SUMMARY:Midland - SOAP Up Hotel Outreach
DESCRIPTION:SOAP Up Midland\nHotel Outreach Event\nHosted by MAP’s Mid-Michigan Community Group!\n\nDate and time\nSaturday\, May 6th\, 2023\n10:00 am – 1:00 pm\n\nLocation\nNew Life Vineyard Church\n1014 East Ashman Street Midland\, MI 48642\n*We will be visiting hotels in Midland\, Saginaw\, and Bay City.\n\n\n\nDid you know human trafficking is the second leading criminal industry in the United States? The average age of entry into trafficking in the U.S. is only 13 years of age and many survivors of trafficking are not aware of how to get help. Join us to educate hotels on how to spot signs of human trafficking and hand out bars of soap with the national human trafficking hotline number along with missing children posters. 80% of all trafficking occurs at hotels/motels and many victims will see a bar of soap in their room which may be a lifeline to freedom. \nPlease join us to learn about the signs of human trafficking in our community. We will label hotel bar soaps to deliver to select area hotels and deliver critical information and missing children’s posters to hotel staff. \nMust be trained (provided on-site) and at least 16 years of age to attend the outreach with parental permission.
URL:https://michiganabolitionistproject.org/event/midland-soap-hotel-outreach/
LOCATION:New Life Vinyard Church\, 1014 E. Ashman St.\, Midland\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Awareness,Community Group,Featured,Volunteer Opportunity
ORGANIZER;CN="Michigan Abolitionist Project":MAILTO:info@map-mi.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230506T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230506T130000
DTSTAMP:20260607T074954
CREATED:20230411T063313Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230421T045510Z
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SUMMARY:Troy - SOAP Up Hotel Outreach
DESCRIPTION:SOAP Up Troy\nHotel Outreach Event\nHosted by MAP’s Troy Community Group!\nDate and time\nSaturday\, May 6th\, 2023\n9:30 am – 1:00 pm\n\nLocation\nBridge Community Church\n5700 Rochester Road Troy\, MI 48085\n*We will be visiting hotels throughout Auburn Hills and Pontiac. \n\n\n\n\nDid you know human trafficking is the second leading criminal industry in the United States? The average age of entry into trafficking in the U.S. is only 13 years of age and many survivors of trafficking are not aware of how to get help. Join us to educate hotels on how to spot signs of human trafficking and hand out bars of soap with the national human trafficking hotline number along with missing children posters. 80% of all trafficking occurs at hotels/motels and many victims will see a bar of soap in their room which may be a lifeline to freedom. \nPlease join us to learn about the signs of human trafficking in our community. We will label hotel bar soaps to deliver to select area hotels and deliver critical information and missing children’s posters to hotel staff. \nMust be trained (provided on-site) and at least 16 years of age to attend the outreach with parental permission. \nClick here to download and share the flyer!
URL:https://michiganabolitionistproject.org/event/troy-soap-up-hotel-outreach/
LOCATION:Bridge Community Church\, 5700 Rochester Rd.\, Troy\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Awareness,Community Group,Featured,Volunteer Opportunity
ORGANIZER;CN="Michigan Abolitionist Project":MAILTO:info@map-mi.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230504T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230504T183000
DTSTAMP:20260607T074954
CREATED:20230110T203959Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230113T021315Z
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SUMMARY:Volunteer Interest Meeting (virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Looking for ways to get involved?\nMAP and Vista Maria have many ongoing volunteer opportunities that are in need of passionate community members 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 and talents to help make a difference 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 the meeting that fits your schedule best. (*Please note: The same content is shared during each of these meetings with the exception of holiday-related activities)\nWe look forward to connecting with you!
URL:https://michiganabolitionistproject.org/event/volunteer-interest-meeting-virtual-4-2023-05-04/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Awareness,End the Demand,Featured,Virtual Event,Vista Maria,Volunteer Interest Meeting,Volunteer Opportunity
ORGANIZER;CN="Michigan Abolitionist Project":MAILTO:info@map-mi.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230427T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230427T143000
DTSTAMP:20260607T074954
CREATED:20230425T190715Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230425T191828Z
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SUMMARY:Lansing - Survivors Speak 2023 (CSSJ)
DESCRIPTION:Survivors Speak Michigan – April 27\, 2023\nAre you ready for an amazing and empowering experience? On Thursday\, April 27\, more than 200 Michigan crime survivors will travel to the state capitol in Lansing for Survivors Speak Michigan 2023. If you are a crime survivor\, this is a great opportunity to share your story\, advocate for change\, connect with other survivors\, and experience healing. \nThis year we are advocating for a series of bills that will improve the health\, safety\, and well-being of crime survivors and communities across the state by increasing access to and supports within Michigan’s victim compensation system\, securing funding for Trauma Recovery Centers\, and supporting rehabilitation and efforts to reduce recidivism. \nConsider joining MAP and many other organizations who will be there to show our support and solidarity with survivors throughout the state. \n\nDate/Time: Thursday\, April 27th\, 11:00 am – 2:20 pm\nLocation: Michigan State Capitol Building\, 100 N Capitol Ave\, Lansing\, MI 48933 \nWelcome Press Conference & Healing Vigil | 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM\nOur convening will start with a Welcome Press Conference in front of the Michigan State Capitol Building\, followed by a powerful Healing Vigil. We will be joined by crime survivors\, community leaders\, legislators\, and the media. \nHealing Festival & Resource Fair | 12:00 PM – 2:20 PM\nThe Survivors Speak Michigan Healing Festival offers resources and activities for healing and wellness. Crime survivors and community leaders can take advantage of healing activities such as counseling support\, yoga\, meditation\, art therapy\, Indigenous smudging tent\, dance\, and chair massages. We will have resources available on victim services\, victim compensation\, and other community services. Lunch will be provided to all attendees \nCLICK HERE FOR FURTHER DETAILS \nABOUT SURVIVORS SPEAK\nSurvivors Speak is the largest gathering of crime survivors in the country. This annual event at eight state capitols is hosted by Crime Survivors for Safety and Justice (CSSJ)\, a national network of nearly 200\,000 crime survivors who are committed to creating healing communities and shaping public policy that makes all communities safe.
URL:https://michiganabolitionistproject.org/event/lansing-survivors-speak-2023-cssj/
LOCATION:Michigan State Capitol Building\, 100 N Capitol Ave\, Lansing\, MI\, 48933\, United States
CATEGORIES:Advocacy
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230427T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230427T090000
DTSTAMP:20260607T074954
CREATED:20230330T151302Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230330T154004Z
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SUMMARY:Human Trafficking Presentation (Lake Orion)
DESCRIPTION:Dawn will be presenting a Community Member’s Guide to Sex and Labor Trafficking on April 27th to the Lake Orion Rotary Club.\nThis is a PRIVATE event.
URL:https://michiganabolitionistproject.org/event/human-trafficking-presentation-lake-orion/
LOCATION:MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Awareness,Speaker Request
ORGANIZER;CN="Michigan Abolitionist Project":MAILTO:info@map-mi.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230425T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230425T190000
DTSTAMP:20260607T074954
CREATED:20230113T030109Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230415T061418Z
UID:12240-1682443800-1682449200@michiganabolitionistproject.org
SUMMARY:Freedom Coalition (virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Virtual Freedom Coalition Meeting\nTues\, April 25th\, 2023 | 5:30 – 7:00 pm\nFeatured Guest:\nSylvia Blythe\nExecutive Director/Founder of Prism Project\nJoin us as we learn all about Prism Project\, a non-profit with a two-fold mission to provide preventative education and support child survivors of sex trafficking. Sylvia Blythe will be sharing about the services they provide\, what a typical day looks like\, how they get their referrals\, and the overall goal of the program.\n \n\n\nSylvia Blythe has a Bachelor of Science in nursing and has worked as a nurse for 22 years. The majority of her career has been working in the ER and with Pediatrics. 12 years ago while working in the ER\, Sylvia pursued training to become a Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE). Sylvia’s experience as a SANE and becoming an adoptive parent led her to join the fight against human trafficking.\nSylvia is the Executive Director/Founder of Prism Project\, a non-profit organization that is shining the light on the darkness of sex trafficking\, so survivors can walk in the light of hope\, faith\, and love. Prism Project educates the community on the realities of human trafficking and has recently opened the doors of their Safe House program! This program is the first of its kind\, a long-term safe house in MI that provides trauma-informed\, wrap-around restorative services for child survivors of sex trafficking.\nIn her free time\, you will see Sylvia spending time with family. She has been married for 21 years and has 4 boys. She enjoys serving at her church and going on mission trips.\n  \n\nJoin our network! 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 meet virtually 4x a year 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. Sign-up for the Freedom Coalition email list to have announcements and future meeting invites sent straight to your inbox.\n*If you have specialized training you would like to present to the Freedom Coalition network\, please email your request to info@map-mi.org
URL:https://michiganabolitionistproject.org/event/freedom-coalition-virtual-2023-04-25/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Awareness,End the Demand,Featured,Freedom Coalition,Professional Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Michigan Abolitionist Project":MAILTO:info@map-mi.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230424T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230424T210000
DTSTAMP:20260607T074954
CREATED:20230328T034023Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230411T055559Z
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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\, April 24th\, 8:00 pm\nNew Life Vinyard Church\n1014 E. Ashman St. Midland\, Michigan 48642\nJoin us as we provide training and prepare materials for our SOAP Hotel Outreach event on May 6th. We are in need of volunteer groups to help deliver Missing Child Posters\, soaps/makeup wipes labeled with the National Human Trafficking Hotline #\, and other important information to local hotels to educate staff on how to identify potential trafficking situations and help victims. Consider joining us!\nThe Mid-Michigan Community Group typically meets on the 4th Monday of every month. If 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——————————————————————————————————————— \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 address human trafficking and its root causes more effectively.
URL:https://michiganabolitionistproject.org/event/mid-michigan-community-group-11/
LOCATION:New Life Vinyard Church\, 1014 E. Ashman St.\, Midland\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Awareness,Community Group,Featured,Volunteer Opportunity
ORGANIZER;CN="Mid-Michigan Community Group":MAILTO:midland@map-mi.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230423T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230423T113000
DTSTAMP:20260607T074954
CREATED:20230330T151034Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230330T151034Z
UID:12697-1682244000-1682249400@michiganabolitionistproject.org
SUMMARY:Human Trafficking Presentation (Lansing)
DESCRIPTION:Dawn will be presenting a Community Member’s Guide to Sex and Labor Trafficking at Grace United Methodist Church on April 23rd from 10-11:30am.\nThis event is open to the public.
URL:https://michiganabolitionistproject.org/event/human-trafficking-presentation-lansing/
LOCATION:Human Trafficking Presentation (Lansing)\, 1900 Boston Blvd\, Lansing\, MI\, 48910\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Michigan Abolitionist Project":MAILTO:info@map-mi.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230422T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230422T160000
DTSTAMP:20260607T074954
CREATED:20230310T070253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230328T030614Z
UID:12617-1682152200-1682179200@michiganabolitionistproject.org
SUMMARY:Ann Arbor: Freedom Forum (Set Free Movement)
DESCRIPTION:FREEDOM FORUM \n\nHosted by Set Free Movement\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDate and time\nSat\, April 22\, 2023\, 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM EDT\nRegistration begins at 8:30 am. The event will start at 9:00 am. \nLocation\n2|42 Community Center – Student Auditorium\n648 South Wagner Road #9002 Ann Arbor\, MI 48103 \n\n\n\n\n\n\nOn April 22nd\, join the Set Free Movement for a Freedom Forum in Ann Arbor\, Michigan. The Freedom Forum is a gathering to engage the greater Southeast Michigan communities in reducing vulnerabilities\, addressing human trafficking\, and creating new futures. Join the conversation and learn from SPEAKERS: \n\n\nTheresa Flores\, Executive Director – The SOAP Project\nDouglas Campbell\, CEO – The Hope Clinic\nMichigan Abolitionist Project (MAP)\nWomen At Risk International (WAR)\nBeauty for Ashes\nHope Against Trafficking\nAlice Jay\nFlint SOUP\nSet Free Movement\nand more!\n\nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER!\nTickets are $35. Lunch will be provided. Scholarships are available. \nFor more information please email Rita at setfreeday@setfreemovement.org
URL:https://michiganabolitionistproject.org/event/ann-arbor-freedom-forum/
LOCATION:2|42 Community Center\, 648 South Wagner Road #9002\, Ann Arbor\, MI\, 48103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Awareness,Community Group,End the Demand,Speaker Request
ORGANIZER;CN="SET FREE":MAILTO:setfreeday@setfreemovement.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230418T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230418T203000
DTSTAMP:20260607T074954
CREATED:20230322T164751Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230322T164751Z
UID:12661-1681844400-1681849800@michiganabolitionistproject.org
SUMMARY:Human Trafficking: An overview of sex and labor trafficking (Sturgis)
DESCRIPTION:This event will feature 2 presentations. One on breaking the stigma that Human Trafficking can’t happen “here” and raising awareness to some of the data\, red flags\, facts and myths. The second presentation\, done by Heather\, will be focused on Labor Trafficking. \nThis event is open to the public and we would love to see you there!
URL:https://michiganabolitionistproject.org/event/human-trafficking-an-overview-of-sex-and-labor-trafficking-sturgis/
LOCATION:Sturges-Young Center for the Arts\, 201 N Nottawa St\, Sturgis\, MI\, 49091\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Michigan Abolitionist Project":MAILTO:info@map-mi.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230416T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230416T130000
DTSTAMP:20260607T074954
CREATED:20230330T150442Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230414T064053Z
UID:12693-1681646400-1681650000@michiganabolitionistproject.org
SUMMARY:Romeo: Presentation on Sex & Labor Trafficking
DESCRIPTION:“Community Member’s Guide to Sex & Labor Trafficking”\nPresented by Dawn Ames\, Executive Director of MAP\nWhen: Sunday\, April 16th\, 2023 | 12-1 pm\nWhere: Orchards Community Church (Romeo\, MI)\nDo you want to be part of the solution to end human trafficking in Michigan? Then you won’t want to miss this amazing event! Join us at Orchards Community Church for an informational and engaging presentation where Dawn will share the secrets to preventing and ending human trafficking and provide ways people can help make a difference within their community. Don’t miss out on this great opportunity! \nThis event is free and open to the public.
URL:https://michiganabolitionistproject.org/event/human-trafficking-presentation-romeo/
LOCATION:Orchards Community Church\, 74903 McKay Rd.\, Romeo\, MI\, 48065\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Michigan Abolitionist Project":MAILTO:info@map-mi.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230414T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230414T130000
DTSTAMP:20260607T074954
CREATED:20230224T195547Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230302T162211Z
UID:12545-1681473600-1681477200@michiganabolitionistproject.org
SUMMARY:Labor Trafficking Lunch and Learn
DESCRIPTION:Join us on April 14\, 2023 for a lunchtime presentation and training on Labor Trafficking. It can be surprising for many to learn that Labor Trafficking happens in Michigan\, and even especially in West Michigan. We are looking forward to hearing from Ben O’Hearn\, Litigation Director and Attorney at Migrant Legal Aid about what Labor Trafficking is and what it looks like in Michigan.
URL:https://michiganabolitionistproject.org/event/labor-trafficking-lunch-and-learn/
LOCATION:Corewell Health (Spectrum Health Lakeland)\, 2550 Meadowbrook Road\, Benton Harbor\, MI\, 49022\, United States
CATEGORIES:Awareness,Community Group,West Michigan
ORGANIZER;CN="Michigan Abolitionist Project":MAILTO:info@map-mi.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230413T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230413T200000
DTSTAMP:20260607T074954
CREATED:20230303T103934Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230427T064839Z
UID:12573-1681412400-1681416000@michiganabolitionistproject.org
SUMMARY:Holland Community Group (*RESCHEDULED)
DESCRIPTION:Holland Community Group\nMAP’s Holland Community Group is proud to be part of the Ottawa County Human Trafficking Task Force and the larger movement to end human trafficking in Michigan. We hope you will join us and become part of this amazing community!\n\nAre you passionate about fighting human trafficking in your area? Do you want to join a group of caring and dedicated volunteers who are making a difference? If you live or work in Allegan\, Ottawa\, Muskegon\, or Kent County\, we invite you to join our Holland Community Group! We are a friendly and supportive group of people who learn and work together to raise awareness and prevent human trafficking in our community. No previous experience or knowledge is required to join. We have regular meetings throughout the year where we offer training and plan outreach events. \nWe are currently making plans for our upcoming Holland Freedom Marketplace on Saturday\, August 19th! If you love to shop\, this is a great opportunity to support fair trade businesses and local artisans while learning about labor trafficking and how to shop ethically (+lots of fun kids’ activities!). We are accepting vendor applications ($35) and also looking for volunteers who may be available to help. If you would be interested\, we would love to hear from you! \nCOMMUNITY GROUP MEETINGS:\nStarting in April\, our Holland Community Group meetings will be combined with the Ottawa County Human Trafficking Task Force meetings\, as our CG Leader\, Ashleigh O’Donnell\, is the new co-chair of the task force! These meetings are open to the public and are held on a quarterly basis. The next one will be on Wed\, July 26th\, at 12:00 pm (virtual). If you would be interested in joining us\, please send us an email to receive the Zoom link. \n\nIf you would like to stay connected with MAP’s Holland Community Group\, consider joining our Facebook Group or sign-up for our email list (“Community Group: Holland”) to have invites to 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 address human trafficking and its root causes more effectively.
URL:https://michiganabolitionistproject.org/event/holland-community-group-9-2023-04-13/
LOCATION:Zeeland Biggby\, 501 W Main Ave.\, Zeeland\, MI\, 49464\, United States
CATEGORIES:Awareness,Community Group,Featured,West Michigan
ORGANIZER;CN="Michigan Abolitionist Project":MAILTO:info@map-mi.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230317T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230317T140000
DTSTAMP:20260607T074954
CREATED:20230221T183549Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230221T184446Z
UID:12520-1679054400-1679061600@michiganabolitionistproject.org
SUMMARY:Washtenaw Area Council for Children: Luncheon Lectures
DESCRIPTION:Luncheon Lectures\nHosted by Washtenaw Area Council for Children\n\nExperience 4 engaging lectures that support you as the professionals and community members working with children and families\, to create safety\, security\, and stability. This year’s series topics include:\n\n\n\n\nA Safe Place for Mind\, Body\, and Soul (Oct. 21\, 2022 – 12-2 PM)\n\n\nStudents\, Social Media\, Cyber Safety; Navigating the Treacherous Waters (Jan. 23\, 2022 – 12-2 PM)\n\n\nFinding Your Way Through Conflict: Strategies for Early Childhood Professionals (Feb. 10\, 2023 – 1:30-3:30 PM)\n\n\nHuman Trafficking (Mar. 17\, 2023 – 12-2 PM)\nFt. Rachel Rowe\, from MAP’s Ann Arbor Community Group!\n\n\n\n\nPurchase individual tickets for $25\nPersonal box lunch is included.\nEach lecture is eligible for 2 Social Work Clock Hours\, upon NASW approval.
URL:https://michiganabolitionistproject.org/event/washtenaw-area-council-for-children-luncheon-lectures/
LOCATION:Washtenaw Intermediate School District Office\, 1819 S. Wagner\, Ann Arbor\, MI\, 48106\, United States
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Community Group,Featured,Professional Training,Speaker Request,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230317T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230317T130000
DTSTAMP:20260607T074954
CREATED:20230224T192410Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230224T192410Z
UID:12541-1679054400-1679058000@michiganabolitionistproject.org
SUMMARY:Southwest Michigan 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-task-force-st-joseph/
LOCATION:Children’s Advocacy Center of Southwest Michigan\, 4938 S. Niles Road\, St. Joseph\, MI\, 49085\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Group,West Michigan
ORGANIZER;CN="Michigan Abolitionist Project":MAILTO:info@map-mi.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230313T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230313T200000
DTSTAMP:20260607T074954
CREATED:20230303T103934Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230427T064839Z
UID:12558-1678734000-1678737600@michiganabolitionistproject.org
SUMMARY:Holland Community Group (*RESCHEDULED)
DESCRIPTION:Holland Community Group\nMAP’s Holland Community Group is proud to be part of the Ottawa County Human Trafficking Task Force and the larger movement to end human trafficking in Michigan. We hope you will join us and become part of this amazing community!\n\nAre you passionate about fighting human trafficking in your area? Do you want to join a group of caring and dedicated volunteers who are making a difference? If you live or work in Allegan\, Ottawa\, Muskegon\, or Kent County\, we invite you to join our Holland Community Group! We are a friendly and supportive group of people who learn and work together to raise awareness and prevent human trafficking in our community. No previous experience or knowledge is required to join. We have regular meetings throughout the year where we offer training and plan outreach events. \nWe are currently making plans for our upcoming Holland Freedom Marketplace on Saturday\, August 19th! If you love to shop\, this is a great opportunity to support fair trade businesses and local artisans while learning about labor trafficking and how to shop ethically (+lots of fun kids’ activities!). We are accepting vendor applications ($35) and also looking for volunteers who may be available to help. If you would be interested\, we would love to hear from you! \nCOMMUNITY GROUP MEETINGS:\nStarting in April\, our Holland Community Group meetings will be combined with the Ottawa County Human Trafficking Task Force meetings\, as our CG Leader\, Ashleigh O’Donnell\, is the new co-chair of the task force! These meetings are open to the public and are held on a quarterly basis. The next one will be on Wed\, July 26th\, at 12:00 pm (virtual). If you would be interested in joining us\, please send us an email to receive the Zoom link. \n\nIf you would like to stay connected with MAP’s Holland Community Group\, consider joining our Facebook Group or sign-up for our email list (“Community Group: Holland”) to have invites to 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 address human trafficking and its root causes more effectively.
URL:https://michiganabolitionistproject.org/event/holland-community-group-9/
LOCATION:Zeeland Biggby\, 501 W Main Ave.\, Zeeland\, MI\, 49464\, United States
CATEGORIES:Awareness,Community Group,Featured,West Michigan
ORGANIZER;CN="Michigan Abolitionist Project":MAILTO:info@map-mi.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230302T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230302T130000
DTSTAMP:20260607T074954
CREATED:20230110T203959Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230113T021022Z
UID:12418-1677758400-1677762000@michiganabolitionistproject.org
SUMMARY:Volunteer Interest Meeting (virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Looking for ways to get involved?\nMAP and Vista Maria have many ongoing volunteer opportunities that are in need of passionate community members 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 and talents to help make a difference 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 the meeting that fits your schedule best. (*Please note: The same content is shared during each of these meetings with the exception of holiday-related activities)\nWe look forward to connecting with you!
URL:https://michiganabolitionistproject.org/event/volunteer-interest-meeting-virtual-4/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Awareness,End the Demand,Featured,Virtual Event,Vista Maria,Volunteer Interest Meeting,Volunteer Opportunity
ORGANIZER;CN="Michigan Abolitionist Project":MAILTO:info@map-mi.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230228T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230228T190000
DTSTAMP:20260607T074954
CREATED:20230113T030106Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230203T174722Z
UID:12071-1677605400-1677610800@michiganabolitionistproject.org
SUMMARY:Freedom Coalition (virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Virtual Freedom Coalition Meeting\nTuesday\, February 28\, 2023 | 5:30 – 7:00 pm\nFeatured presentation:\n“New” University of Michigan Human Trafficking Law Clinic & Lab\nPresented by:\nBridgette A. Carr\, Founding Director of UofM Law School’s Human Trafficking Clinic\nDue to unforeseen circumstances\, this session was postponed during the 2023 Statewide Summit\nand will now be presented during our February Freedom Coalition meeting.\nConsider joining us for this special occasion!\n \nFor over a decade\, the Clinic relied solely on legal tools and direct representation to fight human trafficking. The Lab\, launched in 2022\, endeavors to create change at policy\, service\, and industry levels through collaborative partnerships across the nonprofit\, corporate\, and governmental sectors. They believe the law is an incomplete\, imperfect solution to reducing exploitation and that interdisciplinary\, cross-industry collaboration is necessary. The vision for the Clinic + Lab partnership is that the work with individual survivors in the Clinic will help ensure the Lab is victim-centered and informed by lived experience.\nTo learn more about Bridgette Carr\, you can view her biography on our 2023 Statewide Summit landing page.\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.\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 meet virtually 4x a year 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*If you have specialized training you would like to present to the Freedom Coalition network\,\nplease email your request to info@map-mi.org
URL:https://michiganabolitionistproject.org/event/freedom-coalition-virtual/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Awareness,End the Demand,Featured,Freedom Coalition,Professional Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Michigan Abolitionist Project":MAILTO:info@map-mi.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230217T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230217T130000
DTSTAMP:20260607T074954
CREATED:20230208T163600Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230208T164403Z
UID:12512-1676635200-1676638800@michiganabolitionistproject.org
SUMMARY:VIRTUAL Southwest Michigan Task Force Meeting (St. Joseph)
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our VIRTUAL meeting on February 17th at noon.\n\nMeeting ID: 823 8442 8546 \nPasscode: 636751 \n  \nThe Southwest Michigan Human Trafficking Task Force serves the counties of Cass\, VanBuren and Berrien. All are welcome!
URL:https://michiganabolitionistproject.org/event/virtual-southwest-michigan-task-force-meeting-st-joseph/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting\, MI\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Michigan Abolitionist Project":MAILTO:info@map-mi.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230131T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230131T130000
DTSTAMP:20260607T074954
CREATED:20221230T113405Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221230T124746Z
UID:12368-1675166400-1675170000@michiganabolitionistproject.org
SUMMARY:Macomb Community College - Human Trafficking Awareness Seminar
DESCRIPTION:Human Trafficking Awareness Seminar\nJanuary 31\, 2023  | 12:00-1:00 pm\nHosted by the Macomb Community College – Student Life and Leadership\nThe Michigan Abolitionist Project has been invited to participate in an informational seminar for students of Macomb Community College. The objective of this forum is to provide an overview of human trafficking\, what it looks like in Michigan\, and simple ways students can get involved to help prevent human trafficking in their everyday lives. The presentation will be roughly 45 mins with time for questions and answers. Zoom registration is required for interested students.
URL:https://michiganabolitionistproject.org/event/macomb-community-college-human-trafficking-awareness-seminar/
LOCATION:Zoom Webinar\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Awareness,Human Trafficking Awareness Month,Speaker Request,Students/University,Virtual Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Hosted by the Macomb Community College - Student Life and Leadership":MAILTO:przybylakm713@macomb.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230126T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230126T140000
DTSTAMP:20260607T074954
CREATED:20220921T135249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230111T200344Z
UID:11949-1674721800-1674741600@michiganabolitionistproject.org
SUMMARY:*2023 ANNUAL STATEWIDE HUMAN TRAFFICKING SUMMIT* [Hybrid]
DESCRIPTION:2023 ANNUAL STATEWIDE\nHUMAN TRAFFICKING SUMMIT\nBest Practices for Michigan\nThurs\, January 26th\, 2023\n8:30 AM – 2:00 PM\n[Hybrid] Attend Virtually or In-Person\nMSU Management Education Center\n811 W. Square Lake Rd.\, Troy\, MI 48085\nThe Annual Summit brings together advocates from across the state of Michigan who are active in addressing human trafficking through prevention\, education\, law enforcement\, and/or the provision of services to survivors and at-risk populations. The objective of this forum is to increase collaboration and effectiveness across Michigan communities by identifying barriers\, building relationships\, and strengthening partnerships.\n\nPowered by Vista Maria & the Michigan Abolitionist Project (MAP)\nCo-sponsored by the Michigan Human Trafficking Commission\nThis course is approved by the NASW-Michigan Social Work Continuing Education Collaborative for 3 CEUs.\nRegistration required – Discounts available for survivors\, law enforcement\, and students! \n \nClick Here to Download the Event Flyer\n\nAGENDA\nThursday\, January 26th\, 2023\n8:30 -2:00 PM (EST)\n\nSession One: Panel Discussion\nGuiding Principles for Those Serving Trafficked Persons in Michigan\nKelly Carter Michigan Human Trafficking Commission\nJeynce Poindexter Ruth Ellis Center\nLt. Wendy K Reyes Oakland County Sheriff’s Department\nRev. Karen Gray-Sheffield Ascension Michigan\nMeredith Reese Vista Maria\nKaren Moore Sanctum House\nDo we really want to help\, and do no harm? If we aren’t carefully assessing the reasons why we provide services the way we do\, and the ways we interact with survivors\, it can be easy to mimic the behavior of traffickers\, even unintentionally. We need to ensure survivors are in the “driver’s seat” by making their own choices\, and feeling supported in those choices.\nThe Michigan Human Trafficking Commission has worked to develop and deploy best practices for those serving victims and survivors of human trafficking and has identified and evaluated the “Guiding Principles for Agencies Serving Survivors of Human Trafficking” resource developed through the U.S. Administration of Children and Families.  This session features a panel of Michigan experts who will explore lessons learned and practical ways to apply and implement these principles.\n\n\nSession Two: Panel Discussion\nIntegrating Survivor Voices in Michigan’s Anti-Trafficking Movement\nLeslie King-Friday Survivor\, Advocate\, Author\nAlice Jay Neighborhood Legal Services\nBrigette Henderson BSW\nPersons with lived experience of human trafficking have a compelling role to play in combating human trafficking effectively throughout the world\, as well as here in Michigan. The anti-trafficking movement needs the leadership of those experts with lived experiences to ensure our work is both survivor-centered and trauma-informed. They are in a unique position to enact change on policy\, organization\, and at individual levels. The voice of those with lived experience must not just be a final stamp of approval on a policy or program\, but rather an integrated part of all stages of our work.\n\nLUNCH: Keynote Speaker\n“New” University of Michigan Human Trafficking Law Clinic & Lab\nBridgette A. Carr University of Michigan\nFor over a decade\, the Clinic relied solely on legal tools and direct representation to fight human trafficking. The Lab\, launched in 2022\, endeavors to create change at policy\, service\, and industry levels through collaborative partnerships across the nonprofit\, corporate\, and governmental sectors. They believe the law is an incomplete\, imperfect solution to reducing exploitation and that interdisciplinary\, cross-industry collaboration is necessary. The vision for the Clinic + Lab partnership is that the work with individual survivors in the Clinic will help ensure the Lab is victim-centered and informed by lived experience.\n\nSession Three: Panel Discussion\nCreating a Standardized Data Reporting Framework for Michigan\nElizabeth Moon-Carter The Salvation Army\nKelly Carter Michigan Human Trafficking Commission\nKris McNeil Measurable Change\nThis interactive session will explore ways data might be used to meaningfully improve services to survivors.  The Michigan Human Trafficking Commission is working to create a standardized data reporting framework specifically for victim services providers with categories for victim typology and services provided.  Once the data set is identified\, the Committee plans to collect data from providers across the state to provide a periodic snapshot of trends in human trafficking victimization and service provision across Michigan.  The data could be a valuable resource\, especially for organizations applying for grants and crafting policy and legislation.\n\n________________________________________ \nNETWORKING:\n\nDuring lunch and scheduled breaks\, in-person attendees will have time to build connections with advocates from across the state\, as well as have the opportunity to meet session panelists and other featured guests by visiting designated vendor tables throughout the conference lobby. \n  \nSpecial thanks to our lunch sponsor!
URL:https://michiganabolitionistproject.org/event/statewide-summit/
LOCATION:MSU Management Education Center\, 811 West Square Lake Road\, Troy\, MI\, 48098\, United States
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Awareness,End the Demand,Featured,Human Trafficking Awareness Month,Professional Training,Virtual Event,Vista Maria
ORGANIZER;CN="Michigan Abolitionist Project":MAILTO:info@map-mi.org
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