The legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. lives on in the 44th Annual Original MLK, Jr. Parade and Festival. United Against Human Trafficking will be participating by hosting a table in the Festival that accompanies the Parade, hosted by the Houston Martin Luther King, Jr. Parade Foundation, Inc., the Black Heritage Society & the […]

This one-hour virtual presentation will explain how the African American and Black communities are disproportionately affected by human trafficking. The presentation does not contain an overview of trafficking, but instead marks some of the destructive stereotypes created during the transatlantic slave trade and how they create barriers today. We’ll trace inequality in various systems and […]

Foreign National victims of trafficking in the U.S. disproportionately come from Central and South America. This presentation will look at data to illustrate how these communities are impacted by trafficking. We'll also explore factors within US institutions and cultural norms that can facilitate trafficking. Finally, we'll share ways to create more equity for marginalized communities. […]

Welcome everyone to a joyous New Year and National Human Trafficking Awareness Month. As an Empowered Survivor, I am especially asking you that you join my survivor sister, Rebecca Bender and I for a great lunch prepared by Executive Chef Kenneth Hamilton and let's talk about what's happening in 2022 with the human trafficking movement! […]

The Texas Human Trafficking Prevention Task Force will be hosting its meeting virtually. The meeting will include statewide updates, a short presentation from high school students, an outdoor art display to recognize trafficking survivors, and more. This meeting is open to all Task Force members, but new organizations can email txhtptaskforce@oag.texas.gov for information about becoming […]

Working with Foreign National Survivors can be extra challenging. Learn how to better serve our victims of trafficking who are foreign nationals, and the resources that are available to them. At this virtual training, you will gain a better understanding of the limitations these clients face and how you can serve them if you ever […]

In this training, we'll examine the historical context of labor exploitation and human trafficking within the Asian community in America. Then we'll move into how societal structures and cultural norms affect trafficking for these communities. We'll end sharing resources on how to create equity and safety. RSVP Here: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYqf-GvpzoqH9Fn3yCrH4vgewV8mScdcjjN

PATH Collaborative recognizes that healthcare providers are advocates. Together we can do more do more to identify and support victims of human trafficking. This virtual training is approved by the State of Texas Health and Human Services for Health Care Practitioners and fulfills HB 2059 requirements. https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAldu6przMvG9cRJW6VAIi9zr5c1D064P4U

We'll discuss the historical context of exploitation of indigenous people, what exploitation looks like today, and institutionalized racism that causes vulnerability to trafficking. We'll conclude with a discussion of how we can advocate for indigenous communities. RSVP Here: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYocOmqrDMuE9xGrnRT-SSmAr_GvMyZZQpd

Join Project Protect Our Children to learn about their successful High School Youth Action Board (YAB) program. Conceptualized in 2019 and launched in 2020, the YAB Program was created to engage, educate, and empower today's youth to become champions in the fight to end human trafficking. Human trafficking campaigns, events, and activities that are created […]

This presentation is designed for service providers looking to better serve the LGBTQ+ community. This training gives a brief overview of trafficking, then explores connections between LGBTQ+ youth and homelessness, sexual violence, and other risk factors for trafficking. We’ll explain some terms used in the LGBTQ+ community, red flags and indicators of trafficking, and end […]

Interested in becoming a Landing volunteer? Join us for a volunteer training and take the next steps to get involved! We will cover the basics of human trafficking, trauma-informed care, cultural competency, and specific volunteer roles and policies. Sign up below to reserve your spot! Need to know: Light breakfast & coffee will be provided. […]

Join Break The Chains in honor of human trafficking awareness month for a peaceful rally on January 22nd from 2:00-4:00 in Kemah, TX. We are here to spread the message that human trafficking isn’t something to be overlooked. It’s real, it’s happening, and the time is now to stand together to make a difference! Wear […]