Black History Month is filled with celebrations and educational initiatives related to the contributions and achievements by African Americans in the United States. Yet it’s also a time for us…
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Master’s candidate uncovers surprises as she compiles resources
She wasn’t looking for an anti-human trafficking organization to support. In fact when Nat Pierre began her master's in global leadership at New School of Biblical Theology two years ago,…
Domestic Violence Awareness Month and the overlap with human trafficking
We recognize Domestic Violence Awareness Month each October at LifeWay Network. The nationwide campaign aims to bring awareness of domestic violence against all people and intends to connect advocates across…
2024 Trafficking in Persons Report highlights impact of digital technology on trafficking
In June, the U.S. Department of State published the 2024 Trafficking in Persons (TIP) Report. The report highlights global trends in human trafficking, emphasizing both successes and challenges. It notes…
Please Welcome Our New Executive Director, Alison Boak
The LifeWay Network board of directors is pleased to announce the appointment of Ali Boak to the position of executive director, effective July 15, 2024. As executive director, Ms. Boak…
Addressing and Preventing Trafficking of LGBTQ People
The brilliant colors that unfurl every June for Pride Month highlight the celebratory nature of the occasion. Parades and parties mark how far attitudes have come in the United States.…
Child labor is a growing problem; learn what you can do
Child labor isn’t going away. In fact, it’s on the rise. And it’s not limited to some faraway land (though distance doesn’t make it any less heinous). Child labor is…
Pier to Park: Andrew Linder’s Epic Race to Raise Awareness for Trafficking Victims
On Saturday, May 18, Officer Andrew Linder’s cross country journey will finally come to an end. Officer Linder, a current law enforcement officer in Washington, DC, has been running cross country…
Empowering Foster Youth: A Path to Independence Free from Exploitation
May 1, 2024 By Julianne Will Foster care provides crucial support for children and young adults who cannot live with their biological families due to a range of circumstances. However,…
Students devise innovative design to soothe trafficking survivors’ anxiety
April 29, 2024 By Beatrice Johnson with Julianne Will At Convent of the Sacred Heart girls school on New York City’s Upper East Side, an advanced computer science class has…