Mississippi Coalition Against Human Trafficking

08/29/2026

Mallory Pickering and MCAHT Board President Lindsey Simmons attended a luncheon for mission partners of Pinelake Church at the Jackson Leadership Foundation yesterday. Pinelake has been a strong supporter of MCAHT's work throughout the years, and we are grateful they continue to invest in our mission to make Mississippi an unhospitable place for the crime of human trafficking and to promote victim safety and restoration.

08/28/2026

This is so hopeful! We are grateful to the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of Mississippi, Attorney General Lynn Fitch and her team, and local, state, and federal law enforcement (especially the Starkville Police Department) who made this extradition possible. We love to see those who sexually exploit Mississippi kids held accountable!

08/25/2026

Here is all you need to know about signing up for the 2027 MCAHT Golf Classic! ⛳ You can sign up to play and/or sponsor the event!

Register using the QR code or the following link:
https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/28m7jA1KDU

We had a blast at this year's tournament and can't wait until next March!

08/22/2026

Last month, Mallory Pickering had the pleasure of talking with Haley Allen, the Executive Director of Women's Ministries at The Well Ministries in Magee, and learning about The Well's new shelter for human trafficking victims.

Visit the link for the full story:
https://nomoreht.org/digging-a-little-deeper-into-the-well/
The Well Church

08/19/2026

On Sunday, August 16, Mallory Pickering spoke to the United Methodist Men's group at Hawkins United Methodist Church in Vicksburg. She educated them on what human trafficking looks like in Mississippi and how MCAHT is working to oppose this injustice and help survivors heal. This group has supported MCAHT in the past, and we are grateful for their dedication to learning more about this issue and becoming a part of the solution. Hawkins UMC

08/15/2026

08/13/2026

Today we shine a spotlight on Retirement Income Planning, LLC: a major supporter of MCAHT’s work, as evidenced by their sponsorship of the MCAHT Golf Classic the past two years.

Retirement Income Planning’s Jonathan Grantham and Mark Baldwin learned about human trafficking through the Fondren Church community, and Jonathan expanded his knowledge through a trip to Cambodia to work alongside an anti-trafficking organization. Mark says the phrase “human trafficking” speaks to the horror of what it is: “atrocities against humans” and “works of evil.” As for the team at Retirement Income Planning, they want to be involved in “justice-seeking work” that promotes the kingdom of God. MCAHT is grateful for their partnership as we seek to make Mississippi an unhospitable place for the crime of human trafficking.

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Retirement Income Planning passionately serves their clients, for whom financial security and freedom is the goal. Learn more about their work at www.buildgrowenjoy.com.

08/08/2026

Contrary to popular belief, human trafficking does not require movement across a border, across a state line, or even across the street. Human trafficking is a crime of exploitation that can happen in our hometowns and even in our homes.

08/04/2026

Tonight is the night! It's not too late to register using the QR code on the flyer or by clicking the following link:

https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/P9cMex8oSJyCZVttG02GFQ?fbclid=IwY2xjawTdpFNleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFlUG04MU1RQzlTc2xHWWlUc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHmM1gZgAXAcPH5nw1HxP1s-NVKafEsJCeh-49dnFu1in5e-CcLN_pbWJLh25_aem__uUGgtV7lfYIu6FruL2zeQ #/registration/

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If you missed out on attending one of our volunteer trainings in the past, you are in luck! We are excited to offer our free Human Trafficking 101 course via Zoom this time so anyone across the state who wants to become a certified MCAHT volunteer can attend.

At this event, you will learn more about MCAHT, more about human trafficking in Mississippi, and more about our volunteer opportunities! Completion of the course will certify you as a trained MCAHT volunteer. If you are interested in working alongside us to promote justice and healing for victims of human trafficking, this event is for you!

08/02/2026

Today we invite you to learn more about Care Lodge Domestic Violence Shelter, Inc., a partner of MCAHT's in our shared mission to promote healing for human trafficking survivors!

"Care Lodge is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing safety, hope, and support to survivors of domestic violence. We offer free, confidential services, including a 24-hour crisis hotline, emergency shelter, advocacy, case management, safety planning, and referrals to community resources. Our programs serve individuals and families across our nine-county service area in East Mississippi, empowering survivors as they rebuild their lives. In addition to direct services, Care Lodge provides prevention education, professional training, and community outreach to increase awareness and foster safer, healthier communities. Our mission is to provide compassionate, trauma-informed care while advocating for a future free from violence."

To our friends at Care Lodge: Thank you for all you do for the human trafficking victims you encounter through your work in East Mississippi! We are so pleased to partner with you for a safer Mississippi!