Mel’s Recommended Reading List
Mel, our former Executive Director, has put together a guide to her recommended books to support you on your journey to educate yourself about human trafficking. As a bonus, this list includes more than just books about trafficking.
Read MoreIn Pursuit of Possibilities
In an ever-changing world, succeeding in the work of anti-human trafficking needs flexibility and ingenuity - relying on the latest trends, data, and best practices of survivor leaders and organizations to lead our work, thinking out of the box to create the largest impact possible, and understanding strong relationships with collaborative partners are essential to help a victim of human trafficking, truly. And that collaborative approach isn’t complete without YOU.
Read MoreBreaking Down the Connection Between Pornography and Sex Trafficking
In recent years, the anti-trafficking field has been sounding the alarm about the connection between pornography and sex trafficking. One might be wondering, “why is this important? How does this impact me? Why is this such a big deal?” So let’s break it down and answer some of those questions.
Read MoreFight to End Exploitation: In the News & Media
This post contains news and media articles that feature the work Fight to End Exploitation has done and will continue to do. This is an ongoing list of articles and will be updated as applicable.
Read MoreFEE News: Announcing the Launch of Our New Website
Our team is so excited to announce our newly launched website that has been designed with you in mind. We know that education is the number one combatant in the fight to end exploitation and we’ve created our website to do just that. Whether you’re a parent, professional, or community member this website serves you on your journey to educate yourself about human trafficking.
Read MorePersonal Safety Planning for Victims and Survivors of Violence
Following the lead of the National Human Trafficking Hotline, safety planning can include risk assessments, preparations, and contingency plans to increase the safety of a human trafficking victim or an individual at-risk for human trafficking, as well as any agency or individual assisting a victim.
Read MoreInternet Safety for Victims and Survivors of Violence
The internet and social media are powerful tools for anyone experiencing trafficking or violence. They can be essential resources to access help and resources, and valuable platforms to connect with friends, family members, advocates, and service providers. Unfortunately, the internet can also be used by traffickers to begin, continue, or escalate exploitation, making it all the more important to ensure internet safety.
Read MoreReference Guide to Human Trafficking Headlines in Wisconsin
Since human trafficking often stays hidden in plain sight, many people do not think it is happening in their communities. So, we’ve created this reference guide to headlines across our home state in order to show a more realistic snapshot of a growing issue throughout Wisconsin and across the United States.
Read More5 Free Documentaries that Teach Us about Sex Trafficking in America
It's essential as allies in the fight to end sex trafficking to have a realistic, evidence-based understanding of the issue in order to more accurately educate others. We can start by learning from documentaries that depict sex trafficking from a victim-centered lens and share knowledge from experts in the field. We've put together a collection of five must-see documentaries to get you started in learning about sex trafficking in America. All are free to stream, you do not need a subscription service to view them.
Read More5 Free Documentaries that Teach Us about Human Trafficking Worldwide
It's essential as allies in the fight to end human trafficking to have a realistic, evidence-based understanding of the issue in order to more accurately educate others. By gaining a global perspective of the issue, we can understand the widespread toxicity of human trafficking and do our part in our own communities to prevent it. We've put together a collection of five must-see documentaries to get you started in learning about human trafficking worldwide. All are free to stream, you do not need a subscription service to view them.
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