National Runaway Safeline

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Today is World Day Against Trafficking in Persons. We focus on the most vulnerable: children affected by trafficking. Everyone plays a role in saying no to child trafficking. We urge authorities, the public, private sector, and NGOs to join to #EndHumanTrafficking

Child trafficking infiltrates sports, destroying young athletes’ dreams. Traffickers promise professional careers, but instead deliver abuse and exploitation. We must raise awareness among families, communities, and sports organizations to protect young talent. #EndHumanTrafficking

From our friends the U.S. Department of Homeland Security Blue Campaign : "The U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s (DHS) Blue Campaign invites the public to attend an upcoming webinar in recognition of World Day Against Trafficking in Persons (WDATIP) on July 30, 2024. Experts from the Blue Campaign will share insights on how to best recognize and report potential human trafficking, and how you can get involved in raising awareness within your communities. During the webinar, you will gain essential insights into: - What human trafficking is - Myths and misconceptions about human trafficking - Indicators of potential human trafficking situations and traffickers - Resources available to help boost awareness efforts in your communities" Register here: https://lnkd.in/gMdg9xmw

Cyberspace can be a dangerous playground for children who access it without proper safeguards. Traffickers misuse them to expand their trafficking networks. Prioritizing online safety is crucial to protect children. #EndHumanTrafficking

We are so close to our goal! If just 10 people donate $40 each, we will reach our $5,000 target and unlock the full matching gift. Every contribution, no matter the size, brings us closer to providing the vital support our youth need. Let’s rally together in these final hours to ensure no call for help goes unanswered. https://lnkd.in/gRdycgEW

Imagine a young person in crisis, reaching out for help, and no one being there to answer. This is why your donation is so critical. Every dollar ensures the National Runaway Safeline is available 24/7, providing essential support and hope. Without adequate funding, the lights could go out, leaving youth and families without a lifeline when they need it most. By donating today, you can ensure we are there to answer the call. Thank you for making a difference. https://lnkd.in/gRdycgEW

You have an incredible opportunity to make a big impact on the lives of vulnerable youth throughout the country! A generous anonymous donor has pledged to match every dollar we raise, up to $5,000, within the next 24 hours. This means your donation will go twice as far to help youth in crisis. Every day, young people turn to the National Runaway Safeline for critical services, including crisis intervention, resources, and support. We hear firsthand about their mental health challenges, the dangers they face on the streets, their struggles with parents who refuse to accept and validate who they are, and more. We have 24 hours to reach this goal and double our impact. Let’s seize this moment and make every dollar count! https://lnkd.in/gRdycgEW

Are you looking for ways to support a young person in need? Whether a young person in your life is experiencing homelessness, considering leaving home, or facing mental health challenges, we want to help you and the people you care about. National Runaway Safeline offers guidance and tips to help concerned adults support the young people in their lives through tough situations. To learn more, visit our website at https://lnkd.in/g6NqzJNY

Curious about state-level homelessness criminalization and its impact on your community? Discover the powerful threat tracker by @HousingNotHandcuffs! This tool follows anti-homeless laws, and empowerings communities to take action. We hope that you will this tool to write your local representatives about what is often template-legislature that propoes short-term carceral responses and punitive measures that fail to address the root causes of homelessness. Use this tool to let your local representatives know that your community deserves thoughtful solutions, not one-size-fits-all legislation that ignores the real needs of its people. https://lnkd.in/efPGhdTu