YOU ARE INVITED to MAKE A DIFFERENCE
FREEDOM WALK 2020
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 17 @ 4:00
244 N. Main St., Graham, NC
The problem of human trafficking is both a global crisis and a local crime. While there are many forms of human trafficking and related crimes, one of the most common is sex trafficking.
WHAT IS SEX TRAFFICKING?
A commercial sex act that is induced by force, fraud, or coercion, or in which the person induced to perform such an act has not attained 18 years of age.
WALK with us!
Our kick-off location is the parking lot of First Baptist Church of Graham. We'll share key statistics and information, action steps, and plans. Handouts will be available, as well as details for next events, and how you can get involved.
We'll walk around a portion of downtown Graham to boldly show our support for those affected by trafficking, and our passion to END these crimes. We will walk in silence, out of respect of those silenced by these crimes
If you can wear blue, please do! Blue is a color to represent human trafficking. Blue hearts are awesome!!
Educate yourself about human trafficking and how you can take action to stay safe and be a part of the solution. Then, share what you have learned with others.
Can you help? We need volunteers!
WHAT IS SEX TRAFFICKING?
A commercial sex act that is induced by force, fraud, or coercion, or in which the person induced to perform such an act has not attained 18 years of age.
WALK with us!
Our kick-off location is the parking lot of First Baptist Church of Graham. We'll share key statistics and information, action steps, and plans. Handouts will be available, as well as details for next events, and how you can get involved.
We'll walk around a portion of downtown Graham to boldly show our support for those affected by trafficking, and our passion to END these crimes. We will walk in silence, out of respect of those silenced by these crimes
If you can wear blue, please do! Blue is a color to represent human trafficking. Blue hearts are awesome!!
Educate yourself about human trafficking and how you can take action to stay safe and be a part of the solution. Then, share what you have learned with others.
Can you help? We need volunteers!
USA STATISTICS
Sources: National Human Trafficking Hotline (2019), National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (2020).
- Human trafficking is happening in all 50 states
- More than 45,000 cases of human trafficking have been reported in the USA alone
- 1 in 6 runaway children reported to NCMEC in 2018 were likely sex trafficking victims Approximately 1 of every 8 victims identified last year were male
- 27% of recently detected trafficking victims in the United States are minors
Sources: National Human Trafficking Hotline (2019), National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (2020).
THERE'S MORE!! THE NEXT WEEK...
SATURDAY | OCTOBER 24 | 10:00 am
BLIND EYES OPENED: THE TRUTH ABOUT SEX TRAFFICKING IN AMERICA
a documentary
BLIND EYES OPENED: THE TRUTH ABOUT SEX TRAFFICKING IN AMERICA
a documentary
Seating is limited. Please reserve your spot. This is event is FREE to attend.
REGISTER HERE
"BLIND EYES OPENED" is a powerful documentary that helps dispel myths about trafficking, and stirs the called to action.
From the producers: "BLIND EYES OPENED is a first of its kind Christian documentary that dives deep into the sex trafficking industry in the U.S. The film exposes the darkness that fuels demand, highlights survivors' transformations through Christ, engages lawmakers, law enforcement, organizations, ministries and experts across the country committed to ending the atrocities, all while showing Christ s the hope for all involved."
This is truly an impactful movie. After watching it you will know things that you didn't know that you didn't know. You'll be encouraged to take action in whatever capacity you are called, whether that's being more aware to protect those around you, becoming more equipped to respond, help raise awareness, actively engage in rescue and restoration, or something else. It matters that you see this documentary.
Location: 3539 Alamance Rd., Burlington, NC\
Saturday, October 24 @ 10:00am
Our thanks to The Lamb's Chapel for being our venue host for this impactful event!
REGISTER HERE
"BLIND EYES OPENED" is a powerful documentary that helps dispel myths about trafficking, and stirs the called to action.
From the producers: "BLIND EYES OPENED is a first of its kind Christian documentary that dives deep into the sex trafficking industry in the U.S. The film exposes the darkness that fuels demand, highlights survivors' transformations through Christ, engages lawmakers, law enforcement, organizations, ministries and experts across the country committed to ending the atrocities, all while showing Christ s the hope for all involved."
This is truly an impactful movie. After watching it you will know things that you didn't know that you didn't know. You'll be encouraged to take action in whatever capacity you are called, whether that's being more aware to protect those around you, becoming more equipped to respond, help raise awareness, actively engage in rescue and restoration, or something else. It matters that you see this documentary.
Location: 3539 Alamance Rd., Burlington, NC\
Saturday, October 24 @ 10:00am
Our thanks to The Lamb's Chapel for being our venue host for this impactful event!