05/28/2026
As the 2026 FIFA World Cup approaches, Quest2Freedom is reflecting on the critical work already underway to strengthen human trafficking prevention, identification and response across South Florida.
Earlier this year Quest2Freedom's Founder and CEO Victor Williams, participated in the Office of the State Attorney - Katherine Fernandez Rundle’s 2026 Human Trafficking Forum, an action-oriented event held at Camillus House. Founder and CEO Victor Williams, who also serves as Vice Chair of the Miami-Dade County Human Trafficking Coalition, joined as a panelist and subject matter expert. Along with retired Homeland Security Special Agent and Q2F consultant Katina Hernandez, the Quest2Freedom team shared insights on community-led identification and mentorship programs for survivors.
The event demonstrated a strong commitment to collaboration and preparedness, particularly in addressing the increased risks of human trafficking associated with major upcoming sporting events, such as the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
The forum, themed "It’s Game On," focused on proactive strategies to combat human trafficking in anticipation of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, as large-scale sporting events are known to elevate the risk of exploitation. The event also highlighted Project Phoenix, a survivor-centered initiative between the State Attorney’s Office and Camillus House that provides essential services to trafficking survivors.
Cross-sector, culture-informed collaboration is central to work and what drives our mission: empowering survivors and strengthening communities through education, awareness, advocacy and action.
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