Gather resources. Equip Teams. send advocates.
This is an un-conference: Prepare to wrestle with challenging questions and connect with neighbors who are equally curious about how to respond to human trafficking. We gather everything we’ve learned about human trafficking in one place for you to steep yourself in up-to-date information.
The day will start with She Has A Name’s Human Trafficking 101 Training. We invite our partners to share resources plus ways to get involved. There are specialty courses and discussions around a variety of topics intersecting with human trafficking.
November 14th, 2025
9:00am - 2:00pm EST
Live, In-person at the Whitehall Shine Bright Center - 4590 E Broad St, Columbus, OH, 43213
A virtual ticket option is available for the Human Trafficking 101 session ONLY.
Images from the 2024 Day of Learning courtesy of Erika Moore Photography
Thank you to the 2025 Day of Learning Sponsors
Refreshment Sponsor
Protect Sponsor
Protect Sponsor
Advocate Sponsor
Advocate Sponsor
Coffee Sponsor
Day of Learning 2025 Schedule
9:00am | Human Trafficking 101
10:00am | Charette - think one part organization fair, one part speed dating
11:00am | Workshop 1 (see sessions below)
12:00pm | Lunch by Freedom A La Cart
1:00pm | Workshop 2 (see sessions below)
2:00pm | Event concludes
Workshops
Survivor Care
Trauma Responsive Care Training
Mandi Pierson | Porchlight Columbus
Thriving & Healthy: Sustainable Trauma Recovery Strategies
Karen Monroe | Survivor & Author
Sex Trafficking Demand Reduction & Solicitor Care
Sex Buyer Interventions
Stewart Kitchen | Solicitor Education Programs LLC
From Insight to Impact: How We Reduce Demand Together
She Has A Name & SEP LLC's Demand Reduction Team
Kids Prevention & Caregivers
Youth & Human Trafficking: What you need to know
Iris DeLawrence | Gracehaven
How to Teach Healthy Relationships to Young People
Kristen Miele | SexEd Reclaimed
Labor Trafficking & Conscious Consumerism
How to Shop Ethically: Supporting Artisans and making Mindful Choices
Audra Norman & Fiona Miller | Trades of Hope & Author
How to End Labor Trafficking: The Big Picture
Tony Talbott | Abolition Ohio
Day of Learning FAQs
Is there a prerequisite to attend this training?
No, we offer this course with the assumption that participants have received no formal training about human trafficking prior to attending.
Is there a fee to attend the Day of Learning?
This training is currently free. We encourage registrants to consider making a $10 donation to She Has A Name (SHAN). This investment goes towards the fair compensation for survivor input and staff time that is invested in creating a evidence-based and trauma-informed training program.
Can I receive continuing education credit for participating?
Social workers, counselors, and therapists can earn 2 Continuing Education (CE) hours by attending Day of Learning. She Has A Name's Human Trafficking 101 (which starts the day) is approved for social work CEUs through NASW Ohio Chapter, an approved organization through the Ohio Counselor, Social Worker, & Marriage and Family Therapist Board.
Our Ht 101 is also accredited for 2 Continual Legal Education (CLE) credits through the Supreme Court of Ohio Commission on Continuing Legal Education.
Looking for another type of credit? Let us know what you need and we look forward to working with you to get approved!
Will this event be recorded?
No. This event is primarily a live, in-person experience. We do not record breakout sessions due to the collaborative and sensitive nature of the session content. We will offer a virtual option ONLY for the Human Trafficking 101 training portion of the day.
Is there a virtual option for me to attend from outside the central Ohio area?
We will offer a virtual option ONLY for the Human Trafficking 101 training portion of the day.
How often is this training offered?
The Day of Learning is only offered once per year in the fall. This includes a robust selection of workshops, panel discussion, and training sessions designed to foster a deeper understanding of the nuanced topic of human trafficking. We typically offer a live Human Trafficking 101 session 2-3 times per year. You can explore our Human Trafficking 101 content on-demand through our Online Learning Platform, found at shehasaname.org/olp.
Is there available parking?
Yes, there is free surface lot parking available directly in front of the venue. It is also located near COTA stop 5295. Please be aware of general road construction on E Broad Street in front of the venue. We will keep guests updated with any changes to building entrances that may be affected by the construction.
Is a meal provided during this event?
Yes! Lunch and snacks will be available on-site during this event.
Will child care be available?
No, at this time we are not able to offer dedicated child care for this event. However, the content will be appropriate and we will have activities specifically for kids ages 10-17. We encourage parents to consider learning with their children as this issue primarily affects teens.
Sponsor the Day of Learning
Promote your brand as you invest in the anti-human trafficking movement! We look forward to working with you to create a sponsorship package that fits your unique needs. Contact Courtney if you have questions regarding your sponsorship. If you would like to be a sponsor but need to be invoiced rather than pay via credit card, please contact Courtney and arrangements can be made.
$100 ADVOCATE Sponsor | SEND SHE HAS A NAME TO THE STATEHOUSE
Seeking justice for those impacted by human trafficking starts with just laws. These equip law enforcement with the tools necessary to recognize cases of human trafficking as well as serve appropriate justice for perpetrators. She Has A Name testifies as an expert witness within the Ohio House and Senate to increase understanding around this complex issue.
Sponsorship promotes your organization’s name and/or logo included through:
All event promotions
Verbal and visual recognition at the event(s)
She Has A Name’s website, email marketing and social media, including Facebook, LinkedIn, and Instagram
$250 PROTECT Sponsor | EMPOWER KIDS TO AVOID ONLINE EXPLOITATION
She Has A Name offers a digital course for free to 11-18 year olds, those most at risk for exploitation through human trafficking. This is a critical resource following the COVID-19 pandemic as children and youth spend more time online than ever before.
Sponsorship promotes your organization’s name and/or logo included through:
All event promotions
Verbal and visual recognition at the event(s)
She Has A Name’s website, email marketing and social media, including Facebook, LinkedIn, and Instagram
$500 RESTORE Sponsor | EQUIP PROFESSIONALS TO APPROPRIATELY RESPOND
She Has A Name provides community education through a unique curriculum that addresses human trafficking education and awareness. We receive requests to offer this training around the state to groups such as the staff at Nationwide Insurance Company, Equitas Health, and other community and professional organizations.
Sponsorship promotes your organization’s name and/or logo included through:
Sharing branded material with event guests
All event promotions
Verbal and visual recognition at the event(s)
She Has A Name’s website, email marketing and social media, including Facebook, LinkedIn, and Instagram
$1,000 THRIVE Sponsor | SEND A SURVIVOR TO COLLEGE
Survivors of human trafficking have little support to pursue their vision for what comes next beyond restorative programming. We believe in the transformative power of education and its ability to foster discipline, confidence, and strength. Our Strategies for Success scholarship makes it possible for survivors to pursue higher education while remaining debt-free.
Sponsorship promotes your organization’s name and/or logo included through:
Sharing branded material with event guests
Highlighting your brand through a brief message from stage during the event
All event promotions
Verbal and visual recognition at the event(s)
She Has A Name’s website, email marketing and social media, including Facebook, LinkedIn, and Instagram