“This is not a problem that is relegated overseas. It is a reality in communities throughout the United States, affecting our neighbors, our families, and many of the most vulnerable members of our society. Look beneath the surface in our communities and you will find young people living through nightmares — being targeted in our streets, hotels, malls, and increasingly, …
Girl Scouts Trafficking PSA (LKT Holliday Project)
Let’s hear it for the Girl Scouts in Saverna Park, Maryland! Take a look at this Human Trafficking PSA that was broth written and directed by Girl Scouts in MD. What do you think? https://vimeo.com/28365828
DemandForum.net Resources for the prevention of prostitution and sex trafficking
DemandForum.net is an invaluable resource to learn specific methods that traffickers have used to lure their victims! The site also provides a list of resources for survivor services! Take a look and please share your thoughts! https://www.demandforum.net/locations/
Obama signs anti-trafficking bill into law
It’s official. The Justice for Trafficking Victims Act is now a federal law. By signing the JVTA, President Obama gave law enforcement a new tool to catch and prosecute traffickers. The President’s signature ALSO provides survivors with the concrete support needed to reclaim their lives. Way to go, US Congress and President Obama! Read this article and let us know …
Congresswoman Comstock is committed to fighting human trafficking!
Congresswoman Barbara Comstock is committed to fighting human trafficking! Take a minute to read through Congresswoman Comstock’s newsletter. Scroll down a bit, to read about her efforts in the battle against this horrific crime. https://iqconnect.lmhostediq.com/iqextranet/view_newsletter.aspx?id=100330&c=VA10BC
The A Spotlights JUST ASK VA!
The A Spotlights JUST ASK VA and EVERYONE is invited! For details, click on the following link: https://us7.campaign-archive1.com/?u=61463d210a485d0ee88385b18&id=f814d5d663
House sends human trafficking bill to Obama
Hooray! The Justice for Victims of Trafficking Act must clear one more hoop before it becomes a federal law. We’re hoping President Obama signs the bill, soon. Trafficking victims can’t wait! https://thehill.com/blogs/floor-action/house/242529-house-sends-human-trafficking-bill-to-obama
Just Ask VA Prevention Project is partnering with Red Tie DC!
We are so happy and very excited to be working with Red Tie DC–the charitable arm of EVENTSTAGERS. Stay tuned for upcoming events. Visit https://eventstagers.com/red-tie-dc/ to learn about this impressive organization.
The Just Ask Prevention Project has been named as a finalist for a 2015 Outstanding Corporate Citizenship Award!
The Just Ask Prevention Project has been named as a finalist for a 2015 Outstanding Corporate Citizenship Award, in the Non Profit of the Year category! The awards honor extraordinary business leadership and above and beyond social responsibility. Finalists were chosen by an independent selection committee from a competitive field of applicants. Winners will be announced during the ceremony on …
Human Trafficking Panel Presentation: The Situation in Northern Virginia
Human Trafficking Panel Presentation: The Situation in Northern Virginia With special guest: United States Representative Barbara Comstock As U.S. Representative of Virginia’s 10th Congressional District, Barbara Comstock has made human trafficking and child sex trafficking a priority throughout her career in public service. She has sponsored or co-sponsored numerous bills aimed at addressing the large and growing problem of human …