Resources from our Prayer service with speakers
Monday, July 31, 2023, 7-8 pm ET / 6-7 pm CT
If you missed the presentation, you can watch the recording.
The words of the prayer service are here.
To see more about our speakers: Total Life Wellness
64 Westgay Dr A, Akron, OH 44313
IG @totallifewellness252
Facebook
Email: totallifewellness252@gmail.com
Bronsen's book: The 252 Plan
To get resources for yourself and to share with your parish and diocese, visit the Blue Campaign. They have a great variety of printed resources and everything that they have is free!
The words of the prayer service are here.
To see more about our speakers: Total Life Wellness
64 Westgay Dr A, Akron, OH 44313
IG @totallifewellness252
Email: totallifewellness252@gmail.com
Bronsen's book: The 252 Plan
To get resources for yourself and to share with your parish and diocese, visit the Blue Campaign. They have a great variety of printed resources and everything that they have is free!
The Synod of Province V passed a resolution at the 2022 meeting.
Resources
Use the Blue Campaign to get resources to share in your parish, your community, and your diocese.
Report Human Trafficking
If you are a victim of human trafficking or have identified someone you think may need help, please contact the National Human Trafficking Resource Center (Polaris) at: 888-373-7888, or text 233733.
Resources
Use the Blue Campaign to get resources to share in your parish, your community, and your diocese.
Report Human Trafficking
If you are a victim of human trafficking or have identified someone you think may need help, please contact the National Human Trafficking Resource Center (Polaris) at: 888-373-7888, or text 233733.
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Information from the event on January 11, 2023
See the recording
National Human Trafficking Prevention Month
Wear Blue on January 11
Download resources to use in your parish and diocese
See the recording
National Human Trafficking Prevention Month
Wear Blue on January 11
Download resources to use in your parish and diocese
Thank you for joining our conversation!
You can see the recording our the event.
Thank you to Samantha for sharing her story. Thank you to Karen Moore from Sanctum House for sharing some of their resources.
Samantha referenced The Joseph Project.
National Human Trafficking Hotline1 (888) 373-7888
SMS: 233733 (Text "HELP" or "INFO")
Hours: 24 hours, 7 days a week
Languages: English, Spanish and 200 more languages
Website: http://humantraffickinghotline.org
Learn more about National Human Trafficking Prevention Month
Wear Blue on January 11 (and all of January!)
Download resources to use in your parish and diocese
Your challenge:
REFLECT!
2 questions to consider
TAKE ACTION!
We encourage you to find your local resources for victims of Human Trafficking. How can you help those near to you get the help that they need? If you need help in your search, please reach out to Heather, Province V Coordinator.
We had a prayer service on Aug, 1, 2022. You can review that video here.
There are more resources available on the network's webpage.
You can see the recording our the event.
Thank you to Samantha for sharing her story. Thank you to Karen Moore from Sanctum House for sharing some of their resources.
Samantha referenced The Joseph Project.
National Human Trafficking Hotline1 (888) 373-7888
SMS: 233733 (Text "HELP" or "INFO")
Hours: 24 hours, 7 days a week
Languages: English, Spanish and 200 more languages
Website: http://humantraffickinghotline.org
Learn more about National Human Trafficking Prevention Month
Wear Blue on January 11 (and all of January!)
Download resources to use in your parish and diocese
Your challenge:
REFLECT!
2 questions to consider
- What in my/our style of life contributes to the reality of child slavery and forced labor?
- What can I/we do to change the unjust structures that cause suffering from child slavery, forced labor and human trafficking?
TAKE ACTION!
We encourage you to find your local resources for victims of Human Trafficking. How can you help those near to you get the help that they need? If you need help in your search, please reach out to Heather, Province V Coordinator.
We had a prayer service on Aug, 1, 2022. You can review that video here.
There are more resources available on the network's webpage.
Video recording of August 1, 2022 event
Follow up email
Anti-Human Trafficking: Prayer service and speaker |
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It Happens Here, Too
Monday, Aug. 1, 7 pm ET / 6 pm CT
Registration is required
Anti-Human Trafficking Prayer Service and Speaker
It happens here, too. In our backyards, in our communities. Human Trafficking is the exploitation of humans for profit, often categorized by sex and labor trafficking. It occurs in every city and state across the United States.
What can we do about this complex problem in our communities? Let’s begin by increasing our awareness about the issue. See the global statistics according to the International Labor Organization at the bottom of this article.
Scary. But, there’s hope.
Join us as we offer prayers for survivors of human trafficking and listen to Cleveland Municipal Judge Marilyn B. Cassidy. Judge Cassidy will present her work on the Court’s special docket which assists survivors of trafficking to recover.
Theme for 2022: Use and Abuse of Technology
United Nations: World day against trafficking in persons, July 30.
Monday, Aug. 1, 7 pm ET / 6 pm CT
Registration is required
Anti-Human Trafficking Prayer Service and Speaker
It happens here, too. In our backyards, in our communities. Human Trafficking is the exploitation of humans for profit, often categorized by sex and labor trafficking. It occurs in every city and state across the United States.
What can we do about this complex problem in our communities? Let’s begin by increasing our awareness about the issue. See the global statistics according to the International Labor Organization at the bottom of this article.
Scary. But, there’s hope.
Join us as we offer prayers for survivors of human trafficking and listen to Cleveland Municipal Judge Marilyn B. Cassidy. Judge Cassidy will present her work on the Court’s special docket which assists survivors of trafficking to recover.
Theme for 2022: Use and Abuse of Technology
United Nations: World day against trafficking in persons, July 30.
A Prayer for Victims of Human Trafficking
Almighty and gracious God, you heard the cries of your people enslaved in Egypt, you empowered Moses and Aaron to speak boldly to Pharaoh on their behalf, and you delivered them from their bondage. We hold before you the lives and cries of all enslaved and trafficked people. Open our eyes to see each victim as a human being created in your image and according to your likeness. Embolden us to speak to the Pharaohs of the world your words of justice, human dignity, and freedom, not only with our lips but in our lives. Fill us with your holy anger at the many ways men, women, and children have become commodities for another’s profit. Give us the will and courage to work for justice, freedom, and dignity for all people. Enlarge our hearts to love one another as you have loved us. Bestow upon all victims of human trafficking your healing, peace, and hope that their lives may be made whole. Soften and turn the hearts of traffickers that there may be repentance and conversion in their lives. Strengthen the resolve of our nation, political leaders, and all who work for the well -being of others that we may establish equal protection of the law and equal opportunities for all people. All this we ask through our Lord Jesus Christ, who with you and the Holy Spirit lives and reigns, one God, now and forever. Amen.
~ ©2009-2022, Michael K. Marsh and Interrupting The Silence. The Rev. Dr. Michael K. Marsh is the rector of St. Philip’s Episcopal Church in Uvalde, TX..
Almighty and gracious God, you heard the cries of your people enslaved in Egypt, you empowered Moses and Aaron to speak boldly to Pharaoh on their behalf, and you delivered them from their bondage. We hold before you the lives and cries of all enslaved and trafficked people. Open our eyes to see each victim as a human being created in your image and according to your likeness. Embolden us to speak to the Pharaohs of the world your words of justice, human dignity, and freedom, not only with our lips but in our lives. Fill us with your holy anger at the many ways men, women, and children have become commodities for another’s profit. Give us the will and courage to work for justice, freedom, and dignity for all people. Enlarge our hearts to love one another as you have loved us. Bestow upon all victims of human trafficking your healing, peace, and hope that their lives may be made whole. Soften and turn the hearts of traffickers that there may be repentance and conversion in their lives. Strengthen the resolve of our nation, political leaders, and all who work for the well -being of others that we may establish equal protection of the law and equal opportunities for all people. All this we ask through our Lord Jesus Christ, who with you and the Holy Spirit lives and reigns, one God, now and forever. Amen.
~ ©2009-2022, Michael K. Marsh and Interrupting The Silence. The Rev. Dr. Michael K. Marsh is the rector of St. Philip’s Episcopal Church in Uvalde, TX..
Province V Resolution 2022
During the Big Provincial Gathering in April 2022, the Synod Deputies adopted a resolution calling for action by the people of Province V. Read it all here.
Resources
Programs to transition out of trafficking
CATCH Court, Ohio
Trafficking and Hotels
This is an excellent webinar that talks about trafficking and how to hold hotels accountable.
Child Labor Trafficking
FL next state to loosen laws, 9/19/23
Tight Labor Market - Child Labor - 3/10/23
US investigation uncovers two 10-year-olds working at Kentucky McDonald’s, 5/3/23
Three McDonald's in KY fined, 5/2/23
“Dumb and dangerous”: U.S. sees surge in efforts to weaken child-labor regulations, May 2023
Ten states have rolled back child labor laws recently, with a federal bill to allow teens to work in one of the most dangerous industries.
Read in The Guardian
Labor Trafficking in the news
How U.S. policy drives child migrants into dangerous jobs, 3/31/23
U.S. migrant nurses, other health care workers face multiple problems: NBC News, 6/5/23
Enslaved workers are making your breakfast: Wisconsin confronts labor trafficking, 2/28/23
Alone and Exploited, Migrant Children Work Brutal Jobs Across the U.S., NYT, 2/25/23
this article as a .pdf
U.S. takes action to prevent migrant child labor amid rise in violations, 2/27/23
Marriott CEO: Human trafficking is a huge problem for hotels — here's what we're doing about it, 2/20/23
Hyundai Subsidiary uses child labor, 7/22/22
Investigation into possible human trafficking in slaughterhouses, 1/19/23
G.H.O.S.T. Certification - a program developed in Michigan
Training videos and resources.
July 30, 2022 - World Day against Trafficking in Persons and the resource page
January 2023 - National Human Trafficking Awareness Month (Jan 11 - if you prefer to name a specific day)
Blue Campaign - so many resources!
Request materials from the Blue Campaign
How to talk to youth about human trafficking - a guide for youth caretakers and individuals working with youth
Documentary:
Men who Buy Sex: Everybody Pays
- Facebook page
- Article from Macomb Daily (MI)
Websites:
Elyria man gets life in prison, May 11, 2023, OH
Stations of the Cross - video
End Human Trafficking: In Our Backyard
Collaborative to End Human Trafficking
Reclaim 13
Truckers Against Trafficking
Documents:
Human Trafficking and Technology: Youth and Families - a resource from a workshop
5 Tips for keeping kids safe online
Contact your elected officials! A handout from the May 2022 meeting
Labor Trafficking Fact Sheet
Take Action / Legislative Actions
Legislative Notes, May 2022
Sex trafficking is involving young children more and more. Usually as a result of domestic violence and those families in poverty and looking for a way to make money. See this document for more information.
Bills Introduced: Sept 5-8, 2023: Human Trafficking
S. 2744—Sen. Catherine Cortez Masto (D-NV)/Commerce, Science, and Transportation (09/07/23)—A bill to provide grants to transit operators and airports for human trafficking awareness, education, and prevention efforts, and for other purposes. S.2744 - 118th Congress (2023-2024): A bill to provide grants to transit operators and airports for human trafficking awareness, education, and prevention efforts, and for other purposes. | Congress.gov | Library of Congress
Hearings This Week:
Child Protection- On Wednesday, the House Judiciary Subcommittee on Crime and Federal Government Surveillance will hold a hearing, “Children are Not for Sale: Examining the Threat of Exploitation of Children in the U.S. and Abroad.”
Human Trafficking- On Thursday, the House Foreign Affairs Subcommittee on Global Health, Global Human Rights, and International Organizations will hold a hearing, “Children are not for Sale– Global Efforts to Address Child Trafficking.”
Prayers
Prayer for an End to Human Trafficking, World Vision
A Prayer for Victims of Human Trafficking, as shared by the Sisters of Charity of Saint Elizabeth, Convent Station, N.J.
State Attorney General Offices
Check information from your AG's office for what is happening in your state
Illinois - no dedicated webpage found
Indiana - no dedicated webpage found
- 2020 state report from Coalition to End Sexual Assault and Human Trafficking
Michigan
Missouri
Ohio
Wisconsin
CATCH Court, Ohio
Trafficking and Hotels
This is an excellent webinar that talks about trafficking and how to hold hotels accountable.
Child Labor Trafficking
FL next state to loosen laws, 9/19/23
Tight Labor Market - Child Labor - 3/10/23
US investigation uncovers two 10-year-olds working at Kentucky McDonald’s, 5/3/23
Three McDonald's in KY fined, 5/2/23
“Dumb and dangerous”: U.S. sees surge in efforts to weaken child-labor regulations, May 2023
Ten states have rolled back child labor laws recently, with a federal bill to allow teens to work in one of the most dangerous industries.
Read in The Guardian
Labor Trafficking in the news
How U.S. policy drives child migrants into dangerous jobs, 3/31/23
U.S. migrant nurses, other health care workers face multiple problems: NBC News, 6/5/23
Enslaved workers are making your breakfast: Wisconsin confronts labor trafficking, 2/28/23
Alone and Exploited, Migrant Children Work Brutal Jobs Across the U.S., NYT, 2/25/23
this article as a .pdf
U.S. takes action to prevent migrant child labor amid rise in violations, 2/27/23
Marriott CEO: Human trafficking is a huge problem for hotels — here's what we're doing about it, 2/20/23
Hyundai Subsidiary uses child labor, 7/22/22
Investigation into possible human trafficking in slaughterhouses, 1/19/23
G.H.O.S.T. Certification - a program developed in Michigan
Training videos and resources.
July 30, 2022 - World Day against Trafficking in Persons and the resource page
January 2023 - National Human Trafficking Awareness Month (Jan 11 - if you prefer to name a specific day)
Blue Campaign - so many resources!
Request materials from the Blue Campaign
How to talk to youth about human trafficking - a guide for youth caretakers and individuals working with youth
Documentary:
Men who Buy Sex: Everybody Pays
- Facebook page
- Article from Macomb Daily (MI)
Websites:
Elyria man gets life in prison, May 11, 2023, OH
Stations of the Cross - video
End Human Trafficking: In Our Backyard
Collaborative to End Human Trafficking
Reclaim 13
Truckers Against Trafficking
Documents:
Human Trafficking and Technology: Youth and Families - a resource from a workshop
5 Tips for keeping kids safe online
Contact your elected officials! A handout from the May 2022 meeting
Labor Trafficking Fact Sheet
Take Action / Legislative Actions
Legislative Notes, May 2022
Sex trafficking is involving young children more and more. Usually as a result of domestic violence and those families in poverty and looking for a way to make money. See this document for more information.
Bills Introduced: Sept 5-8, 2023: Human Trafficking
S. 2744—Sen. Catherine Cortez Masto (D-NV)/Commerce, Science, and Transportation (09/07/23)—A bill to provide grants to transit operators and airports for human trafficking awareness, education, and prevention efforts, and for other purposes. S.2744 - 118th Congress (2023-2024): A bill to provide grants to transit operators and airports for human trafficking awareness, education, and prevention efforts, and for other purposes. | Congress.gov | Library of Congress
Hearings This Week:
Child Protection- On Wednesday, the House Judiciary Subcommittee on Crime and Federal Government Surveillance will hold a hearing, “Children are Not for Sale: Examining the Threat of Exploitation of Children in the U.S. and Abroad.”
Human Trafficking- On Thursday, the House Foreign Affairs Subcommittee on Global Health, Global Human Rights, and International Organizations will hold a hearing, “Children are not for Sale– Global Efforts to Address Child Trafficking.”
Prayers
Prayer for an End to Human Trafficking, World Vision
A Prayer for Victims of Human Trafficking, as shared by the Sisters of Charity of Saint Elizabeth, Convent Station, N.J.
State Attorney General Offices
Check information from your AG's office for what is happening in your state
Illinois - no dedicated webpage found
Indiana - no dedicated webpage found
- 2020 state report from Coalition to End Sexual Assault and Human Trafficking
Michigan
Missouri
Ohio
Wisconsin
