Shared Hope International

Shared Hope International You're invited to join the movement to end s*x trafficking!
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Shared Hope International strives to prevent the conditions that foster s*x trafficking, restore victims of s*x slavery, and bring justice to vulnerable women and children. We envision a world passionately opposed to s*x trafficking and a community committed to restoring survivors to lives of purpose, value and choice – one life at a time.

📍 , LouisianaAs the Association of Professionals Solving the Abuse of Children - APSAC Colloquium comes to a close, Shar...
06/19/2026

📍 , Louisiana

As the Association of Professionals Solving the Abuse of Children - APSAC Colloquium comes to a close, Shared Hope International is grateful for the opportunity to connect with professionals from across the country who are committed to protecting children and preventing exploitation.

Over the past several days, our team has engaged in meaningful conversations, shared resources, learned from multidisciplinary experts, and strengthened partnerships that help advance the fight against child s*x trafficking and exploitation.

A special thank you to everyone who stopped by our exhibitor table, attended sessions, and shared insights from your own communities and organizations. Collaboration remains one of our strongest tools in creating safer futures for children.

We leave APSAC encouraged, inspired, and equipped with new ideas to continue advancing prevention, intervention, and survivor-informed solutions nationwide.

Together, we are building a future where every child is protected and every survivor has the opportunity to heal and thrive.



💜 Thank you, APSAC, for bringing together so many dedicated professionals working toward a common goal: protecting children and strengthening communities.

This week, the DOJ reasserted its focus on the fight against child s*x trafficking.On June 17, the Department of Justice...
06/18/2026

This week, the DOJ reasserted its focus on the fight against child s*x trafficking.

On June 17, the Department of Justice named a seasoned prosecutor to the National Coordinator for Child Exploitation and Human Trafficking role and gave a 120-day deadline to deliver a report on how they are doing. That kind of structural focus is how a federal commitment turns into real protection for children.

The Department has appointed Alessandra Serano—a prosecutor with more than two decades fighting trafficking and exploitation—to lead the effort. The federal government has a decisive role to play here. When the DOJ treats child s*x trafficking as a coordinated national priority, it changes what's possible for survivors and for the communities working to protect kids every day.

Shared Hope International welcomes this step. For decades we've worked to make sure survivors are seen and protected—and we're ready to support a strategy that does the same.

Our children. Our responsibility. Our future. That takes all of us. Everywhere.

Join us for this welcoming space to pause, reflect, and spiritually center yourself before the JuST Training Conference ...
06/18/2026

Join us for this welcoming space to pause, reflect, and spiritually center yourself before the JuST Training Conference begins. This gathering offers an opportunity to connect with other members of the faith community who are allies in the fight against trafficking. Together, we’ll ground ourselves in purpose, build meaningful connections, and kick off the week with a faith-centered mindset that carries into the full conference experience.

Seating is limited!! Learn more at justconference.org
*Only available as an add-on ticket when registering for the JuST Training Conference.

Exploitation doesn't just happen on social media.From gaming platforms to messaging apps, any app with a chat feature ca...
06/16/2026

Exploitation doesn't just happen on social media.

From gaming platforms to messaging apps, any app with a chat feature can be misused for grooming, s*xtortion, and other forms of exploitation.

Technology itself isn't the enemy—but awareness matters. Open conversations and trusted relationships remain some of the strongest protections we can give our children. Learn more through our Internet Safety Guide online https://sharedhope.org/what-we-do/prevent/awareness/internetsafety/

Maurane and Yvonne are representing Shared Hope International at the Association of Professionals Solving the Abuse of C...
06/15/2026

Maurane and Yvonne are representing Shared Hope International at the Association of Professionals Solving the Abuse of Children - APSAC Colloquium this week in New Orleans!

Excited to connect with leaders from across the country, share resources, learn from experts, and continue advancing efforts to protect children and support survivors.

If you’re here, come find us! 💜




We love enjoying the World Cup, too -- don't get us wrong! However, large sporting events can increase the amount of tra...
06/11/2026

We love enjoying the World Cup, too -- don't get us wrong! However, large sporting events can increase the amount of trafficking happening in the area. It doesn't create trafficking, it just amplifies and highlights the trafficking already happening.

Awareness can save lives. Below are the hotline specific to the host cities in the United States:

Atlanta, GA: 1-866-ENDHTGA (1-866-363-4842)

Boston, MA: 1-617-963-2011

Dallas, TX: ​1-214-671-4212

Houston, TX: 1-832-808-3909

Kansas City, MO: 1-800-922-5330

Los Angeles, CA: 1-800-222-TIPS (1-800-222-8477)

Miami, FL: 1-800-96-ABUSE

New York / New Jersey: 855.END.NJ.HT (1-855-363-6548)

Philadelphia, PA: 1-888-292-1919

San Francisco Bay Area, CA: 1-415-907-9911

Seattle, WA: 1-206-684-8660 or 206-386-1114

And remember:
-Trust your instincts — if something feels off, don’t ignore it
-Do not intervene directly or confront a suspected trafficker
-Document what you observe (location, time, behaviors)
-Report what you see to trained professionals

06/11/2026

In the past, we have hosted conferences called the JuST Faith Summit in both 2016 and 2018. It was a time for faith leaders and advocates to come together and become equipped to help fight against child s*x trafficking. This year, JuST Faith is making a comeback -- but it will look just a little different.

Instead of being a whole conference, it will be on the afternoon of October 26th, the day before the full JuST Training Conference. We will be hosting it at a local church in DC, an opportunity to spend an afternoon together before the week begins — to pause, to worship, to spiritually center ourselves for the work ahead. A welcoming space, familiar faces, and the fellowship and grounding that only the faith community can bring to this fight.

Join us for this welcoming space to pause, reflect, and spiritually center yourself before the JuST Training Conference begins. This gathering will be a chance to connect with other members of the faith community who are committed to standing as allies in the fight against trafficking. Together, we’ll ground ourselves in purpose, build meaningful connections, and kick off the week with a faith-centered mindset that carries into the full conference experience.

Each $40 ticket includes a FREE copy of Shared Hope's newly updated Faith in Action book, light refreshments, and unlimited fellowship and networking. Be sure to add the JuST Faith event when registering for the full conference. Seating is limited! https://scurrystreet.swoogo.com/just2026/justfaith

06/10/2026

Chills.

To kick off , take a look at our White Van PSA released in 2024.

The way the predators operated in 1984 isn’t how they operate in 2024.

Most s*x traffickers don’t cruise suburban neighborhoods in unmarked vans, offering candy to little children. Not anymore.

Today, they’re online — on social media, on gaming sites. Posing as teens or friendly grownups. Warming up to unsuspecting children and youth, especially those who feel a lack of love or connection at home for any reason.

At Shared Hope, we're working to change the public perspective of what s*x trafficking looks like. It's not always kidnapping - in fact, it rarely begins with kidnapping. It's usually someone the youth knows; a friend, family member, or a significant other.

Share this PSA with those around you and download the full kit to help you talk about it!https://sharedhope.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/WVC-KitrevA.pdf

Large sporting events don't create s*x trafficking, it just amplifies it where it already exists - which is in every com...
06/06/2026

Large sporting events don't create s*x trafficking, it just amplifies it where it already exists - which is in every community.

Take our free online training course to be a part of the solution and support our preventative efforts: https://sharedhope.org/what-we-do/prevent/training/

Happy National Internet Safety Awareness Month! Learn how to protect those around you by knowing the signs, stay tuned f...
06/05/2026

Happy National Internet Safety Awareness Month! Learn how to protect those around you by knowing the signs, stay tuned for this 3-part series!

Read more on our Youth Online Webpage https://youthonline.sharedhope.org/

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