Everstrong

Our Mission: To prevent child s*xual exploitation and trafficking through education, advocacy, and empowerment.

Everstrong (formerly StolenYouth) is building a national model for change that empowers young people with the knowledge to protect themselves. Our mission is to end child s*x trafficking in Washington state. We believe in working together for sustainable and system-wide change in our community. Founded in 2012, StolenYouth annually raises money for our innovative coalition of highly effective loca

l organizations. This coalition brings together the strengths of direct service, policy development and prevention education.

06/04/2026

Not sure where to start with s*x trafficking prevention education?

Swipe to explore the Everstrong Prevention Portal—a free library of expert-vetted lessons, activities, and resources designed for teachers, educators, and families.

Everything you need to help young people recognize risk, build resilience, and refuse exploitation.

Get started here: https://everstrong.education

05/19/2026

Our first-ever Spring Forward reception brought together educators, advocates, community leaders, and supporters inside Smith Tower last Wednesday, and the conversations that happened there focused optimistically on prevention.

We shared updates on the Everstrong Prevention Portal, our free national resource helping educators, caregivers, and youth-serving organizations talk about healthy relationships, consent, online safety, and digital risk. Six months in: active in 25 states and reaching an estimated 74,000 young people.

We also lifted up the continued work of the Ginny Fund and Empowerment Fund — survivor-centered support for housing, education, transportation, and career development.
This community showed up. Ready to invest in what comes before harm.

We're just getting started. 🌱

05/15/2026

We’re excited to welcome Kelly Metzger to the Everstrong team as our new Administrative Assistant and Operations Coordinator! 🎉

Kelly brings a thoughtful, detail-oriented approach to her work and is passionate about serving the community by helping create smooth, efficient operations behind the scenes at Everstrong.

Before joining our team, she spent two years in the hospitality industry, where she developed operating procedures and communication plans for a country club — experience that sharpened both her organizational skills and her heart for service.

Kelly graduated from Gonzaga University in 2023 with a BA and considers herself a lifelong learner, something she brings into both her work and everyday life.

Outside the office, you’ll likely find her reading, out on a walk, or cheering on women’s soccer.

We’re so glad to have you here, Kelly! 💙

04/30/2026

Prevention doesn't need its own lesson plan.

Our Program Director Tanya Fernandez wrote a practical guide for educators on how to integrate exploitation prevention into everyday classroom moments — through the conversations, lessons, and relationships you're already building.

Whether you're a teacher, school counselor, or a parent looking for conversation starters, there's something here for you. Read it on our blog. 👇

https://www.everstrong.org/news/everyday-prevention-practical-strategies-for-addressing-exploitation-with-youth/

04/20/2026

The Empowerment Fund is now accepting applications for 2026!

Created in partnership with the Robins Nest Family Foundation, the Empowerment Fund is dedicated to helping survivors of s*x trafficking and exploitation pursue their dreams and achieve lasting independence.

Through targeted grants for education and career-related expenses, the Fund provides survivors in Washington State with the tools they need to build financial stability, unlock new opportunities, and focus fully on shaping their future.

Empowerment begins with possibility. The Empowerment Fund makes possibility real.

For more information or to apply, visit the link in our bio.

04/08/2026

We all have mountains to climb. 🏔️

Introducing Everstrong Does Everest — a once-in-a-lifetime trek to Mount Everest Basecamp in April 2027, raising funds to prevent child s*x trafficking through education and to support survivors.

This is a big hike. No technical skills required. Just purpose, community, and a willingness to show up for kids who need us.

Can't make it to Nepal? We're creating ways to participate from wherever you are.

Training begins in June. Teams welcome.

Share this with someone who needs a mountain to climb.

More details: https://www.everstrong.org/get-involved/everstrong-does-everest/

03/19/2026

We’re proud to welcome Christina Robins to the Everstrong Board of Directors 💙

Christina’s leadership and partnership through the Robins Family Foundation have already helped shape one of our most meaningful programs — the Empowerment Fund. Her commitment to integrity, long-term impact, and community investment strengthens our work as we scale prevention through education.

Empowerment and prevention are not separate strategies. They are part of the same vision: a world where youth are safe from exploitation.

Christina, we’re so grateful for your partnership in this work.

03/12/2026

We’re proud to welcome Braelah McGinnis to the Everstrong Board of Directors 💙

As a Senior Deputy Prosecutor in King County, Braelah specializes in prosecuting s*x trafficking, domestic violence, and the commercial s*xual exploitation of children. Her leadership bridges accountability, reform, and survivor protection.

A recipient of the Charles Z. Smith Award for Leadership in Justice and Equality, and a national leader in the legal community, Braelah brings both rigor and compassion to the fight against gender-based violence.

At Everstrong, we believe prevention, justice, and systems change must move forward together. Braelah’s expertise strengthens our prevention-first strategy and deepens our commitment to protecting young people.

Braelah, we’re grateful for your leadership and partnership.

03/05/2026

We are deeply honored to welcome Jessica R. Muñoz, MSN, APRN-RX, FNP-BC, to the Everstrong Board of Directors 💙

Jessica is a nationally recognized healthcare leader and nonprofit founder whose work has helped redefine how communities respond to child s*x trafficking and complex trauma.

From building Hawaiʻi’s first long-term residential treatment campus for s*xually exploited girls to advising global partners on trauma-informed care, her leadership reflects both grit and grace — and a deep commitment to protecting children.

As Everstrong scales prevention through education, Jessica’s systems-level expertise and survivor-centered perspective will help strengthen our path forward.

Jessica, we are grateful for your leadership and partnership in this work.

02/26/2026

We are honored to welcome Melanie Thompson to the Everstrong Board of Directors 💙

Melanie is a nationally and internationally recognized advocate working to end commercial s*xual exploitation and strengthen survivor-centered policy. With more than 16 years of advocacy experience — and lived expertise that informs her leadership — she brings powerful insight to governance, prevention, and systems change.

From testifying before the United Nations to shaping survivor advisory initiatives worldwide, Melanie’s voice has helped influence policy and protect vulnerable youth across the globe.

At Everstrong, we believe survivors must shape the solutions. Melanie’s leadership deepens our commitment to empowering young people and advancing prevention that is informed, inclusive, and just.

Melanie, we are deeply grateful for your courage, expertise, and partnership.

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98111

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+12065083887

Website

http://www.everstrong.org/

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