In real life, everyone needs back up. At 2:30p ET Sun 4/26 we'll start adding to this tweet some links to real organizations and resources for themes central to #ProdigalSon. #ProdigalCon
Enacted in 2007, NYS has the most comprehensive anti-human trafficking laws in the country. This brochure goes into the who, what, where, and how of human trafficking.
https://omh.ny.gov/omhweb/human_trafficking/brochure.html
https://omh.ny.gov/omhweb/human_trafficking/brochure.html
Here is the National Human Trafficking Hotline information. Call 1-888-373-7888 or text “BEFREE” or “HELP” to 233733. This website offers other important information such as statistics, resources, and safety planning. https://humantraffickinghotline.org/
The Stop App is an anonymous and secure way to report suspicious activity to the @stopthetraffik coalition. Available on both the App Store and Google Play. https://www.stopthetraffik.org/stopapp/
@FreedomNetUSA is the largest US based coalition for anti-trafficking. Using an empowerment and human rights-based approach, Freedom Network USA works to ensure trafficked persons “have access to justice, safety, and opportunity” https://freedomnetworkusa.org/about-us/
The Global Alliance Against Traffic in Women, made up of over 80 non governmental organizations, @GAATW_IS gathers information to advocate on both regional and international levels.
https://gaatw.org/about-us
https://gaatw.org/about-us
Safe Horizon is a NYC based victim assistance organization. Their Anti-Trafficking Program is one of the largest on the East Coast and provides numerous services. https://www.safehorizon.org/anti-trafficking-program/
Here’s the Directory of Anti-Trafficking Organizations across America. There are multiple filters for the search function, allowing for results based on individual needs. https://humantraffickinghotline.org/training-resources/referral-directory
The US Department of State lists 20 Ways You Can Help Fight Human Trafficking in 2020. Just a few simple things can help to make you more aware. #Prodigies give it a read: https://www.state.gov/20-ways-you-can-help-fight-human-trafficking/