How to stop human trafficking
An Abolitionist’s Guide to Action
What is Human Trafficking?
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security defines human trafficking as “the use of force, fraud, or coercion to obtain some type of labor or commercial sex act”. This can take the form of domestic servitude, debt bondage, forced marriage, or sexual exploitation. The International Labour Organization estimates that 49.6 million people are currently being trafficked around the world.
1 in 4 of those living in modern-day slavery are children.
6.3 million people are trafficked for sex around the world.
4.9 million sex trafficking victims are women and girls.
Statistics from the International Labour Organization
With almost 50 million people living in slavery today, thinking of how to stop human trafficking can seem overwhelming.
What can we do to make a difference?
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How to Stop Human Trafficking
The reality is that everyone can do something to fight trafficking. This action guide is designed to increase your awareness of the issues and give you actionable steps on how to get involved and stop trafficking. You can make a difference. You are a modern-day abolitionist.
What You Can Do
- CASA Advocacy
- Local Anti-Trafficking Organizations
- Accountability Filters
- Fundraising Campaigns
- The Pulse
Ready to learn how to stop human trafficking?
Here are FOUR WAYS you can join the fight:
1. Pray
Ultimately, the war against human trafficking is a spiritual battle.
AIM was built on a fundamental trust that God was with us in this fight. Without that hope, our efforts, while well intentioned and good, will never truly end the evil of trafficking. This is how we stop human trafficking: by leaning into God’s heart for justice and His unconditional, relentless love for his children. Learn more from our co-founders on the power of prayer here.
You can join us in prayer for:
- God’s protection over the vulnerable.
- The rescue of women and children trapped in exploitation and slavery.
- Survivors to be healed by the relentless love of Christ.
- Survivors to be empowered in their life of freedom.
- Wisdom to follow God’s command to fight injustice and take bold action to defeat this evil.
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Dive deeper with our Abolitionist’s Devotional
The Abolitionist’s Devotional
Not sure where to start in your abolitionist journey? This 5-day devotional is for you. Short videos, prayer prompts and journaling questions will reveal God’s heart for you in the fight against trafficking. The world needs you, to bring freedom to those who are hurting. Ready to get started?
2. Learn
Before you can take action, it’s important to build an understanding of human trafficking, how it happens, and the resources available to those wanting to help. Your knowledge of the issue will help you take action to make an impact in this fight!
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3. Take Action
To effectively take action in the fight against trafficking, we have to understand how to stop it. We have prayed and learned, now it’s time to act. These are just a few ideas to start you on your journey to end human trafficking.
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4. Download the tools:
This easy-to-use worksheet will help you brainstorm all of the ways you can use your gifts in the fight against trafficking. This is a great way to start in your journey!
In a simple PDF, all of the information given in this page has been provided for your connivence to share with friends, family, and those interested in the fight.
Raising awareness is a great first step. You can’t fight trafficking if you don’t know it exists. Share the graphics above with your friends so they can join the fight with you!
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