2019 Anti-Human Trafficking Awareness Campaign
2019 CALENDAR OF EVENTS
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Kickoff Press Conference & Modern Day Abolitionist Award Ceremony
SFCAHT
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January 11, 2019
San Francisco City Hall The local media and community members joined together on January 11th for the 10th Annual Press Conference of SFCAHT where leading anti-trafficking advocates, service providers, survivors and Bay Area top government and law enforcement officials announced their priorities for the year in fighting modern-day slavery. We kicked off the month long awareness campaign and honored the 2019 Modern-Day Abolitionist Award winners: Justice at Last's Founder, Executive Director and Lead Attorney Rose Mukhar and San Mateo County Human Trafficking Program Coordinator John Vanek. At this event, we also presented Inspiring Leadership Awards to the past co-chairs of SFCAHT: Nancy Goldberg, Catherine Dodd, Nancy Kirshner-Rodriguez, Julie Soo, and Marianna Warmee. Our keynote speaker was Ima Matul, human trafficking survivor-advocate and consultant, Coordinator of the Survivor Leadership Program at the Coalition to Abolish Slavery and Trafficking (CAST). Our other featured speakers included: FBI Special Agent in Charge John Bennett, San Francisco Superior Court Judge Susan Breall, Deputy Public Defender Patti Lee and Generations United Inc.'s Programs Director Benita Hopkins. |
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Teen Power Summit and Closing of the 2019 Anti-Human Trafficking Awareness Campaign and Honoring the Winners of the Teen Poster and Writing Contest
SFCAHT
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February 13, 2019
San Francisco Public Library, Koret Auditorium Youth from across the Bay Area gathered at the San Francisco Main Public Library to share experiences in anti-trafficking advocacy and prevention. At this event, we also honored the winners of the 2019 Teen Poster and Writing Contest. Parents, teachers, local politicians, and top government officials spoke about their work to free our communities from child slavery. Download the event program HERE. |
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OTHER 2019 CAMPAIGN EVENTS
2nd Annual Shattering Barriers Symposium
S.H.A.D.E. Movement
Date/Time: Friday, January 11, 2019, 8:30 am - 3:00 pm
Location: California Endowment Building, 2000 Franklin St., Oakland, CA 94612
Description: The symposium focused on male victimization and marginalization.
Symposium Highlight: There is so much to discuss when it comes to human trafficking. However, there is also a lot of voidances and even marginalization in the human trafficking movement. So, we created a space for real discussion on a few topics:
Location: California Endowment Building, 2000 Franklin St., Oakland, CA 94612
Description: The symposium focused on male victimization and marginalization.
Symposium Highlight: There is so much to discuss when it comes to human trafficking. However, there is also a lot of voidances and even marginalization in the human trafficking movement. So, we created a space for real discussion on a few topics:
- The Intersection Between CSE of Cis-Male and LGBTQ Survivors
- Commercial Sexual Exploitation: Hear From Male and Female Survivors
- Male Victims of Labor Trafficking and Sex Trafficking: How do Survivors Relate to Victimization
Clothing Swap to benefit Ruby's Place
Suzanne Agasi, Founder of ClothingSwap.com
Date/Time: Wednesday, February 20, 2019, 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Location: Private home in Alameda, CA - Address to be given to attendees after payment
Description: You’ll have the opportunity to refresh your wardrobe as you bring all the items you no longer wear or use. SWAP and take home your favorites for FREE. Share your style and experience the fun, fashion, and philanthropy you won’t find anywhere else. All sizes, styles and ages of women are attending.
Tickets: Purchase tickets here.100% of ticket sales will go directly to Ruby's Place. Space is limited to 20 guests!
Location: Private home in Alameda, CA - Address to be given to attendees after payment
Description: You’ll have the opportunity to refresh your wardrobe as you bring all the items you no longer wear or use. SWAP and take home your favorites for FREE. Share your style and experience the fun, fashion, and philanthropy you won’t find anywhere else. All sizes, styles and ages of women are attending.
Tickets: Purchase tickets here.100% of ticket sales will go directly to Ruby's Place. Space is limited to 20 guests!
Meaningful Work Fundraiser: Celebrating Business Partnerships in the Fight Against Human Trafficking
Love Never Fails
Date/Time: Saturday, February 23, 2019 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: Alamo Creek Community Clubhouse, 4995 Enderby Street, Danville, CA 94506
Description: The mission of Love Never Fails is to be dedicated to the restoration, education, and protection of those involved or at risk of becoming involved in domestic human trafficking. Our Workforce Development program empowers and equips survivors of human trafficking and at-risk young adults here in the Bay Area to access financially sustainable careers.
Attend or become a sponsor to help change the future of survivors in your community. Event includes Dinner, Refreshments, Entertainment, and Auction.
Speakers will include: LNF Founder and Executive Director Vanessa Russell, LNF Survivor Leader and Program Graduate Tish, and Vice President, Partner Solutions, Architectures and Engineering, Global Partner Organization, Cisco Nirav Sheth.
Tickets and info here.
Location: Alamo Creek Community Clubhouse, 4995 Enderby Street, Danville, CA 94506
Description: The mission of Love Never Fails is to be dedicated to the restoration, education, and protection of those involved or at risk of becoming involved in domestic human trafficking. Our Workforce Development program empowers and equips survivors of human trafficking and at-risk young adults here in the Bay Area to access financially sustainable careers.
Attend or become a sponsor to help change the future of survivors in your community. Event includes Dinner, Refreshments, Entertainment, and Auction.
Speakers will include: LNF Founder and Executive Director Vanessa Russell, LNF Survivor Leader and Program Graduate Tish, and Vice President, Partner Solutions, Architectures and Engineering, Global Partner Organization, Cisco Nirav Sheth.
Tickets and info here.
International Women's Day Fundraiser for Ruby's Place
Villa Italia Wine Importers
Date/Time: Friday, March 8, 2019, 6:00 pm
Location: Villa Italia Office, 1351 Grant Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94133
Description: La Festa della Donna became popular in 1946, on the first March 8th following the end of World War II, when Italian feminists chose the mimosa flower as a symbol of sensitivity, strength, and sensibility. This Italian holiday continues to be a serious day of reflecting on the political, social, and economic impact of women. Please join us to share some wonderful Italian foods and fine wines and hear from speaker Nancy O’Malley, Alameda County District Attorney.
Tickets: Tickets are $125 per person and tax deductible. Tickets will sell out quickly, so purchase them here – space is limited to 30 guests!
Location: Villa Italia Office, 1351 Grant Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94133
Description: La Festa della Donna became popular in 1946, on the first March 8th following the end of World War II, when Italian feminists chose the mimosa flower as a symbol of sensitivity, strength, and sensibility. This Italian holiday continues to be a serious day of reflecting on the political, social, and economic impact of women. Please join us to share some wonderful Italian foods and fine wines and hear from speaker Nancy O’Malley, Alameda County District Attorney.
Tickets: Tickets are $125 per person and tax deductible. Tickets will sell out quickly, so purchase them here – space is limited to 30 guests!
Taking Victim Services to the Next Level: Strengthen Your Organization's Cultural Responsiveness
Multi-Year Language Access Resources (MYLAR) Collaborative
Date/Time: Tuesday, March 19, 2019, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Location: The California Endowment, 2000 Franklin Street, Oakland, CA 94612
Description: FREE training on effectively serving victims of crime from California’s diverse population, specifically Latinos and Asian Pacific Islanders. The training will provide strategies on how organizations can adopt a diversity framework, enhance leadership and budget, and increase language access. As space is limited and the training is FREE, we highly encourage Executive Directors and Managers of organizations/agencies providing victim services to register.
Registration: Register here by March 1, 2019.
Please email mylarcollaborative@gmail.com for more information or questions.
Location: The California Endowment, 2000 Franklin Street, Oakland, CA 94612
Description: FREE training on effectively serving victims of crime from California’s diverse population, specifically Latinos and Asian Pacific Islanders. The training will provide strategies on how organizations can adopt a diversity framework, enhance leadership and budget, and increase language access. As space is limited and the training is FREE, we highly encourage Executive Directors and Managers of organizations/agencies providing victim services to register.
Registration: Register here by March 1, 2019.
Please email mylarcollaborative@gmail.com for more information or questions.
Strategic Planning Retreat
SFCAHT
Date/Time: Friday, March 22, 2019, 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Location: TBD
Description: Save the date and stay tuned for more information about the event details.
RSVP to SFCAHT Coordinator Antonia Lavine at antonialavine@sfcaht.org
Location: TBD
Description: Save the date and stay tuned for more information about the event details.
RSVP to SFCAHT Coordinator Antonia Lavine at antonialavine@sfcaht.org
General Meeting
SFCAHT
Date/Time: Friday, May 31, 2019, 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
Location: TBD
Description: Save the date and stay tuned for more information about the meeting program.
RSVP to SFCAHT Coordinator Antonia Lavine at antonialavine@sfcaht.org
Location: TBD
Description: Save the date and stay tuned for more information about the meeting program.
RSVP to SFCAHT Coordinator Antonia Lavine at antonialavine@sfcaht.org