RESOURCES: How to get help, how to help fight human trafficking
The fight against human trafficking takes all of us, whether it's being vigilant in looking for signs of trafficking or showing support for those who dedicate their lives to stopping predators.
Channel 9 is shining a light on several nonprofits in the Charlotte area that are working to help victims, survivors, and law enforcement. You're encouraged to see each organization and get involved if you can.
Safe House Project is a national nonprofit working to combat child sex trafficking.
Contact: 507-769-0819
Safe House Project's free OnWatch Training is a free, online training in how to spot, report and prevent sex trafficking.
A survivor-led nonprofit connecting survivors of human trafficking with critical resources to rebuild their lives.
Contact: info@survivornetworknc.org
Volunteers and staffers work to combat the sexual abuse, exploitation and trafficking of teenage girls.
VIDEO >> What is human trafficking and how does it impact our communities?
The Hope United Survivor Network in Gastonia is a community organization providing support to victims and survivors of domestic violence and human trafficking.
Contact: 704-852-6000
Consultant offering healing for male survivors of sexual abuse.
Contact: PolarLifeConsulting@gmail.com
A coalition of law enforcement, prosecutors, and service providers in Mecklenburg County working to support survivors and eliminate human trafficking.
This task force provides county-by-county resources in South Carolina for survivors of human trafficking.
Contact: 888-373-7888
Pat's Place is a nonprofit in Charlotte helping young abuse survivors and their families move forward following abuse.
Contact: 704-335-2760
The Terrie Hess Child Advocacy Center in Rowan County serves sexually abused children and their non-offending family members.
Contact: 704-639-1700
(VIDEO: 9 Investigates 'The Rescued': Teen saved from human trafficking)
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