Salvation Army 2022 human trafficking report reflects increased awareness in Western Territory
Thirteen anti-trafficking programs served 443 survivors. The Salvation Army across the Western U.S. received a 385 percent increase in human trafficking referrals in 2022. Referrals jumped to 1,020 instances from 210 the year prior, according to the Army’s annual impact report summarizing
SEEDS of Hope voted best in ‘Survivor Care’ for anti-human trafficking
The Salvation Army program continues to change lives in Las Vegas through trauma-informed care. Out of 10 nominees, The International Anti-Slavery Commission voted The Salvation Army Southern Nevada as best in “Survivor Care” at an awards gala Oct. 29. The award recognized
Salvation Army’s anti-human trafficking report evidences impact in Western U.S.
The Salvation Army Western Territory is continuing its fight against human trafficking, releasing its 2021 Annual Impact Report for its efforts in the Western U.S. The report identifies the Army’s efforts and illuminates the larger need for engaging Salvationists and
Worship with us this ‘Annual Day of Prayer for Victims of Human Trafficking’
Join with The Salvation Army this Sept. 26 for the Annual Day of Prayer for Victims of Human Trafficking. “The Salvation Army is deeply committed to fighting and responding to human trafficking,” said Territorial Social Justice Ministries Director Jacqui Larsson. “We
Salvation Army partners with UNLV to impact care of human trafficking survivors
SEEDS of Hope partnered with UNLV for its year-long project researching best practices in residential programs. The Salvation Army SEEDS of Hope Program in Las Vegas partnered with the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV), for its year-long Public Administration Capstone
Report evidences Salvation Army’s expanded efforts to fight human trafficking
The Salvation Army’s International Social Justice Commission (ISJC) in New York City is pleased to unveil a landmark report on the worldwide movement’s response to modern slavery and human trafficking. “Roots of Freedom” outlines some of the progress around the
4 myths and misconceptions about human trafficking
The Salvation Army presents the first of what will be monthly webinars on various social justice issues. Television shows and movies often paint a sensationalized picture of a person victimized by human trafficking: a child snatched off the street and forced
6 resources to become more aware and engaged against human trafficking
While The Salvation Army has a long history of working in social justice since its inception in 1865, strengthening its response to modern slavery and human trafficking has become a global priority—and for good reason. It’s estimated that more than
10 Bible verses to illuminate human trafficking and modern slavery
Restoration, renewal and reconciliation are offered to everyone through Christ’s sacrificial death and resurrection (Ephesians 2:14-18). This powerfully demonstrates God’s love for us and the value placed on humanity. In Jesus, God was prepared to make this self-offering in order
3 biblical stories of God’s restoration
Human trafficking strikes at the heart of what it means for humanity to be created in God’s image. It dehumanizes individuals who are trafficked, denying them their God-given value and worth and robbing them of their dignity and autonomy. Motivated
Billboard promotes help line for Montana human trafficking survivors
There’s a new feature at The Salvation Army’s Billings, Montana, warehouse: a billboard promoting a help line for human trafficking survivors. The message? Hope. The 24-hour helpline, named the Hope Line, is manned by volunteers of Montana-based anti-human trafficking nonprofit Her
West’s anti-trafficking coordinator takes new international role
Moving to an international role while staying in the West By Hillary Jackson - After years of leading anti-human trafficking efforts as the Western Territory’s Territorial Anti-Trafficking Initiatives Coordinator, Priscilla Santos has taken a new role with the International Social Justice Commission