There is no single solution to such a complex issue.
Rather than create another isolated organization trying to do it all, we feel called to come alongside and strengthen existing efforts. We celebrate and support the work of Columbus's anti-trafficking community, while longing to see a sustainable and comprehensive response.
Below are just a few of the organizations and faith communities we currently work with. We encourage you to find out more about them by visiting their web pages and contacting them directly.
Do you want your organization represented at our Anti-Human Trafficking Training, featured in our social media, or partnered through our programming? Let’s connect!
Faith Community Partnerships
We believe that everyone has a role to play in the fight against human trafficking. Churches are a large part of any community and have a responsibility to contribute to social justice movements that align with their core values. By partnering with local church partners, we are engaging them in the anti-trafficking movement in the same way that we engage with local businesses, large corporations, and individual community members: we are providing education and a tangible way to give back to an important cause. While many of our partners are Christian churches, we believe in bringing together folks from all walks of life (all races, ethnicities, religious affiliations, political affiliations, etc.) to address the very real issue of human trafficking in a holistic way.
2022 Impact
19 community partners were present at our second Fair & Free Workshop in June.
33% of SHAN’s 2022 Online Learning Platform participants heard about the course through one of our partner agencies. Once they complete the course, they are equipped to serve across the city.
9 partners shared during our February 2022 and 4 during our August 2022 virtual Anti-Human Trafficking Trainings. 27% of those who signed up heard about the courses from one of our partner agencies.
We facilitated private trainings for our partners at Sanctuary Night (Jun 22), Unchained OSU (Nov 22), and Reaching for the Shining Starz (Nov 22).