January 2023 is Human Trafficking Awareness Month
There is no better time than during Human Trafficking Awareness Month to educate ourselves, deepen our understanding of this crime, and spread the word with our families, friends, and communities.
EverFree receives commendation at the Data to Disrupt Trafficking Awards
On October 27th, STOP THE TRAFFIK’s Data to Disrupt Trafficking Awards recognized EverFree’s work to disrupt trafficking “through a lived experience-led initiative”.
Highlighting Prevention Advocate: Stacey Fitzgerald
“Although the goal is daunting, I am dedicated to be a part of the solution.” Learn about what drives Prevention Advocate Stacey Fitzgerald in getting involved with EverFree.
Reflections on Filipino-American History Month: Learning from Filipino Trafficking Survivors
As we continue our conversations past Filipino-American History Month, let’s work to bring awareness to Filipino trafficking survivors and resources for prevention. Here are a few ways to get started.
3 tips to keep your halloween free of human trafficking
Halloween is busy and zany and chaotic as is without even beginning to worry whether your chocolate is tainted by child labor.
We’ve pulled together three simple tips to keep your halloween free of trafficking.
Justice Delivered: Ella’s Story
Growing up, Cora was a prime target for traffickers. Her large family of eight lived in the Philippines. They were desperately poor and both her parents spent time in jail for dealing drugs. Because her own family was so dysfunctional, Cora often spent time living with her aunts. But while there was food to eat […]
Cora’s Story: “I am proud of who I have become”
Growing up, Cora was a prime target for traffickers. Her large family of eight lived in the Philippines. They were desperately poor and both her parents spent time in jail for dealing drugs. Because her own family was so dysfunctional, Cora often spent time living with her aunts. But while there was food to eat […]
Shadia’s Story: “I now see a very bright, unlimited future ahead of me.”
← Back to Stories Shadia’s Story When Shadia tells her story, she begins with that fateful evening her trafficker sold her a lie. She would travel from Uganda to Oman to work as a domestic helper. There, she would earn good wage that would transform her family’s future forever.With hopes and dreams in her heart, […]
Marion, An Empowered Survivor Who Empowers Her Community
“I look forward to fully advocating for the survivors’ voices to be heard, respected, and treated with dignity. Finally, bringing an end to this evil business will not only empower women, but strengthen family, build strong communities, and eventually, even stronger nations.” – Marion As a teenager eager to pursue her dreams, Marion was lured […]
Sharlene’s story of empowering other survivors
Once a victim of human trafficking, Sharlene now employs other survivors in her fashion business, empowering sustainable freedom. “It makes me happy to be able to use my fashion skills to create sustainable freedom.” – Sharlene