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Link to news article in bio. In light of the news that broke today regarding the trafficking of a young girl in Calgary, ACT Alberta stands in solidarity with t...he survivor and would like to encourage anyone who feels that they may have been exploited to reach out. We believe you. Help is available. While we cannot comment on the particulars of this case, it is common for traffickers to use psychological manipulation, gaslighting, threats, and bribes in order to coerce their victims to participate in the exploitation of others. ACT Alberta would like thank the Calgary Police Service for their work in finding this survivor and disrupting the cycle. If you or someone you know requires support or information in regards to human trafficking, please call the The Canadian Centre to End Human Trafficking at 1-833-900-1010. Hotline Response Advocates are available 24/7 to receive tips of potential human trafficking. Act Alberta can be reached during business hours at (780) 474-1104 or by email at [email protected]. #endhumantrafficking #yyc #yycnow #humanrights See more

Thanks so much to Cory for sharing about the amazing work they are doing. To support CHEW you can check out https://chewprojectyeg.org/ to donate or find out more about them. Cory says right now they need men's underwear and good, winter gear to help support their clients through our cold Edmonton winter.

July 30 is World Day Against Trafficking in Persons! Designated by the United Nations, World Day Against Trafficking in Persons is a global opportunity to raise... awareness and educate others about the thousands who are trafficked every year. Take a moment to learn more about the issue today, and share what you learn with your network. What will you do today to combat trafficking? "If the world is to put human dignity and human rights at the centre of the COVID-19 response and recovery, we need to do more to protect trafficking victims and prevent vulnerable people from being exploited by criminals." - António Guterres, United Nations Secretary-General

Human Trafficking IS happening every day in North America. It is not a conspiracy theory. To address the internet rumors that are currently circulating, leadin...g abolitionist and former MP, Joy Smith is hosting an online information session "Wayfair, Hollywood + Human Trafficking" to help us learn what's real, what's not and how to help! When: Tuesday, July 21 1pm PST/ 3pm CST/ 4pm EST/ 6pm NST Where: Zoom Webinar. A private link to access the webinar will be sent to all registrations. Entry by Donation: $20. Charitable tax receipt included. Replay recording will be available for everyone who signs up but is unable to attend the event live. Reserve your seat here: https://app.etapestry.com//TheJoySmithFo/default/item.php

Today marks the final day of Sexual Exploitation Week of Awareness. COVID-19 may have kept us from observing the occasion as we normally would, but our goals re...main the same. Sexual exploitation targets the most vulnerable in society and it will take efforts from all of us, in all areas of life, to fight back. Check out SEWG - Sexual Exploitation Working Group for some great resources on what you can do in your own life to help. See more

Join us tomorrow as we explore the importance of engaging men and boys in the work of addressing sexual exploitation. Zoom link: https://zoom.us/j/91861451725 Details on Eventbrite: https://menandboys.eventbrite.ca

Join us at noon when Mayor Don Iveson proclaims the 2020 Sexual Exploitation Week of Awareness. Livestream here: https://zoom.us/j/95401457150 #MarkTheMoment

Join us at noon on May 25, as we #MarkTheMoment for the lives lost and affected ahead of the 2020 Sexual Exploitation Week of Awareness. Who will you #MarkTheMoment for?

Please join us for a two day conference celebrating Resilience in this difficult time. Keynote speakers include Amanda Lindhout and Dr. Jody Carrington, in addi...tion to several more that will provide us with tools to help build resilience within ourselves and also within others. Tickets are only $150 for the entire conference, and you will be so glad to spend the time with us. Please click the link for more information and to register. This is NOT sexual violence specific. https://www.saffroncentre.com/2020-conference

Since the COVID-19 Pandemic hit Canada, we have seen a 300% increase in domestic violence and sexual exploitation calls for help. We need to talk about it. Sta...ying home is not a safe place for many survivors. Join our founder, Joy Smith, for an informative Facebook Live on Thursday, April 9 at 2pm Manitoba time. We’ll be talking about how this pandemic has changed everything and ways you can help! SHARE and invite others to join us.

We are here....we are still able to offer telephone and online counselling in this difficult time...