MAP will be meeting in Coldwater to discuss partnerships with organizations such as the Branch County Coalition Against Domestic Violence, and to explore the development of a Coldwater Community Group. A brief presentation on human-trafficking will be given from MAP Executive Director, Kathy Maitland, and MAP Program Coordinator, Emily Johnson.
The Empower conference is an annual MAP event that addresses high-level challenges and opportunities pertaining to human trafficking in Michigan. Empower is designed to equip and train experts and experienced community advocates who are working towards collaborative solutions. ___________________________________________________________________________ Empower (verb) - 1. give someone the authority or power to do something; 2. make someone […]
MAP will be attending a Year-End Appreciation Luncheon for the Christian Service Commission of St. Michael Catholic Church. Executive Director, Kathy Maitland, will be presenting on how trafficking affects grandparents, and what we can do in our community to prevent it. Q&A to follow. **This is a private event, for volunteers of St. Michael Church […]
MAP's Executive Director, Kathy Maitland, will be meeting with the Women's Group of Okemos Community Church for their Fall gathering. A brief presentation on awareness and education of trafficking will take place, followed by a Q&A session. This is a private event; intended audience is the OCC's congregation members.
Join The Life Church and Kathy Maitland from the Michigan Abolitionist Project Sunday, December 8 during their 10:30 service. The movie "Chosen" will be viewed, an overview of human trafficking provided, and discussion about human trafficking in Michigan. Who is at risk, and what you can do to address root causes of slavery and exploitation.
Human Trafficking Townhall: Protect Our Kids and Neighbors The Life Church Warren has partnered with the Michigan Abolitionist Project (MAP) and the Westwood Elementary School PTO to present this powerful townhall to our community. You will learn about human trafficking, and be empowered to prevent it and report it with confidence. We will hear from […]
This event is cancelled due to the recommendations of the CDC and the State of Michigan. Plans are to reschedule this event at a later date. Check the Spring Arbor and MAP websites for updates. Ignite the spark of HOPE: Awareness to Action. The Spring Arbor Human-Trafficking conference aims to bring awareness to the problems […]
Virtual Support Group and Training for Macomb County: Foster, Adoptive, and Kinship parents Learn the ties between foster care and human trafficking. *Register in advance*