Freedom Forward

Freedom Forward Guided by the voices of youth, we pilot new, collaborative, and replicable approaches to address these systemic failures.

Freedom Forward is working to prevent the commercial sexual exploitation of youth by transforming the systems in San Francisco that too often contribute to their exploitation. We are currently focusing on two strategic initiatives. Each are demonstration projects for the state of California, with a goal of being replicated across CA:

1. Our Helping Young People Elevate (HYPE) Center - A youth-des

igned, one-stop drop-in center for young people to meet their needs from multiple providers in one place

2. Family and Me (FAM) - A new model of foster care designed to meet the needs of youth impacted by or at risk of commercial sexual exploitation

Learn more about our models, incredible partners, and great team of supporters at www.freedom-forward.org

Along with Safe & Sound, San Francisco CASA, and other community partners, we are excited to invite you to a Mayoral Can...
09/06/2024

Along with Safe & Sound, San Francisco CASA, and other community partners, we are excited to invite you to a Mayoral Candidates' Forum on Foster Care and Juvenile Justice on October 1st, 2024, 6pm-8:30pm, at the Ruth Williams Bayview Opera House!

Come hear from the mayoral candidates about how investment in improving the foster care and juvenile justice systems and supporting families from the start can lead to safer and healthier communities for all San Franciscans. Youth and parents with lived expertise will join our moderators in asking questions of the candidates. Confirmed candidates include Mayor London Breed, Daniel Lurie, Supervisor Aaron Peskin, and Supervisor Ahsha Safai.

We look forward to seeing you there and appreciate your support in highlighting the importance of improving the city's foster care and juvenile justice systems, as well as the need for robust family support! Please see the flier for registration info.

04/13/2024
04/05/2024

▪️Who is ready for 💧D. R. I. P ? 💜(Dropping Resources in Place) for the community !

April 13th 12-5pm

▪️FREE FREE FREE FOR THE PEOPLE!

▪️We are so excited to celebrate our Spring Edition Of Drip Fest with you all!

▪️Live Performances by

▪️Location : African American Art & Culture Complex 762 Fulton Street

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Food Trucks / Free Resources for 14-25!

HYPE is happening!
03/02/2024

HYPE is happening!

February was a blast, and just like that it's now over! Here are some photos from the amazing last few weeks. Thanks for everyone for coming through and making February a great one!

Please join us in welcoming Raissa to the team!  Raissa is the HYPE Center Admin - she holds down the front desk at HYPE...
02/08/2024

Please join us in welcoming Raissa to the team! Raissa is the HYPE Center Admin - she holds down the front desk at HYPE, manages facility issues, and oversees HYPE communications about upcoming services and member activities. She also gives every human a warm welcome into the space. We're so glad you're here, Raissa! Welcome to the team!

Please join us in welcoming Onyé to the team!  Onyé is our new HYPE Resource Navigator.  She officially joined our staff...
02/01/2024

Please join us in welcoming Onyé to the team! Onyé is our new HYPE Resource Navigator. She officially joined our staff in January but has a long history with HYPE Center as both a member and previous service provider! As Resource Navigator, Onyé will manage our on-site basics, orient new members, and help connect folks to services and resources. Welcome Onyé!!! We're so glad you're back!

At Freedom Forward,   is about Human Trafficking Prevention.  But we would be remiss to not acknowledge January as Natio...
01/26/2024

At Freedom Forward, is about Human Trafficking Prevention. But we would be remiss to not acknowledge January as National Human Trafficking Prevention Month. Swipe through this post for tips to and . What are YOU doing to prevent exploitation in your community?

Freedom Forward's HYPE Center has some exciting 2024 updates to share.  Follow Helping Young People Elevate - HYPE Cente...
01/24/2024

Freedom Forward's HYPE Center has some exciting 2024 updates to share. Follow Helping Young People Elevate - HYPE Center for more info about schedules and programming offered at HYPE!

Our office and HYPE Center will be closed Dec 18 - Jan 5th.  We look forward to seeing everyone in the new year!
12/11/2023

Our office and HYPE Center will be closed Dec 18 - Jan 5th.
We look forward to seeing everyone in the new year!

This weekend we're co-hosting SF's first Back To School DRIP FEST with Hip Hop For The People!  Join us at Bayview Opera...
09/29/2023

This weekend we're co-hosting SF's first Back To School DRIP FEST with Hip Hop For The People!

Join us at Bayview Opera House for an afternoon packed with live performances, fantastic giveaways, resource tabling, food trucks, and health and wellness services.
to spread the word and bring your friends, family, and self!

🗓 Saturday, Sept. 30th, 12-8pm
🏛 Bayview Opera House
👍 Free Event - All Ages - No registration required
Will we see YOU there?

09/23/2023

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198 Potrero Avenue
San Francisco, CA
94103

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5:30pm
Tuesday 9:30am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 9:30am - 5:30pm
Thursday 9:30am - 5:30pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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