Newsroom Selah Freedom in the News Media Archive 2024 Human trafficking survivor receives SUV to help others on road to recovery Florida Launches Statewide Human Trafficking Hotline After Radical CEO Demands National Hotline Stop Giving Timely Information to Police Polk County Sheriff’s Office arrests 228 during eight-day human trafficking enforcement operation “Operation March Sadness 2024” Wheels of Success and Gettel Hyundai of Lakewood present vehicle to local human trafficking survivor What to Know About the Tampa Bay Human Trafficking Crisis Help Light The Path Against Human Trafficking At Selah Freedom’s Fundraiser GMC Selects 2024 Gecko World Grant Recipients Governor DeSantis signs anti-human trafficking law, raises stripper age to 21 April is child abuse prevention month today we hear from a survivor Military servicemembers, coaches, teacher among 228 arrested in human trafficking stings, Polk County sheriff says ‘Operation March Sadness 2024′ helps identify 13 victims One year in, men’s giving circle continues to grow A sex trafficking survivor nearly died trying to get out. How she turned her life around Victims and survivors create murals for human trafficking awareness SELAH FREEDOM: Treasure Island & Madeira Beach Chamber’s Non-Profit of the Year, Fights Sex Trafficking Polk County Sheriff’s Office arrests 228 during eight-day human trafficking enforcement operation More than $5M in Florida's budget dedicated to combatting human trafficking 'Operation March Sadness': Polk County school teachers, coaches and military members arrested Teacher, nurse among 123 arrested during Hillsborough County human trafficking operation that rescued 28: HCSO Florida ranks high in sex trafficking incidents | A Sarasota group provides a path forward for survivors CTN Greater Tampa Bay WCLF's Bay Focus with No More Foundation and Selah Freedom Light the path to end sex trafficking Selah Freedom Raises Awareness for Human Trafficking Prevention Month With Resources To Eradicate Sex Trafficking in the U.S. Marion sheriff’s detective receives Medal of Commendation for helping sex trafficking victim Survivors speak out as budget cuts reduce human trafficking resources in Bradenton 'He shot me in the chest,' sex trafficking survivor speaks out Fairways to Freedom takes a swing at sex trafficking awareness LBK houses of worship raise awareness of sex trafficking Non-profits provide support for ‘Human Trafficking Awareness Day’ Sex Trafficking Survivor Mia Braddock Tells Her Harrowing Story | Interview with Ejaz Khan The Dark Side of Paradise Selah Freedom provides insight to UN delegates for domestic abuse recovery, sex trafficking Community comes together to combat sex trafficking ‘He shot me’: Survivor speaks as property insurance crisis limits human trafficking resources Sex trafficking survivor shares her story of recovery ‘I was only 12’: Sex trafficking survivor now hopes to help other victims On secret flights, US volunteer pilots transport trafficking victims to safety Human Trafficking Awareness Month: We're Talking to a Survivor with Selah Freedom Human trafficking platform launches at USF St. Petersburg Gabby Triplett Honored as Lightning Community Hero Homeland Security partners with Meta and others to target online sexual exploitation Readers Write: Trafficking solution – Eradicating sexual exploitation 'TYLA Court' helps human trafficking survivors with criminal records Local pilot starts non-profit flying human trafficking survivors to safety Sarasota man charged with human trafficking gets 50 years in prison 2023 10th Annual WOW Ride helps raise fund for Selah Freedom Laurie Swink honored as Lightning Community Hero Virtual reality helps prevent sex trafficking on the Suncoast Sex trafficking survivor speaks out at Christ Church Gilgo Beach Murders of "Sex Workers" Targeted Vulnerable Women Sarasota nonprofit helping survivors of human trafficking Tampa Bay nonprofit that fights human trafficking gets celebrity's support Polk County Sheriff’s Office arrests 219 during seven-day human trafficking enforcement operation “Operation Traffic Stop 2” New Sarasota county court will help redirect youth at higher risk for being trafficked Sextortion crimes continue to rise across Tampa Bay area Selah Freedom fundraiser to feature TV personality and bounty hunter Duane 'Dog' Chapman Christian charity helps over 6K sex trafficking survivors find safety, healing A Humble Hero on a Very Important Quest! Florida woman shares her story of sex trafficking for Child Abuse Prevention Month Tattoos Cover Up Painful Past for US Sex Trafficking Victims Dog the Bounty Hunter partners with local anti-sex trafficking nonprofit Andrea Martone on Call to Pray with Pastor Jeff Lane (August 3rd, 2023 Episode) Sextortion victim speaks out as trend rises in St. Petersburg, FBI steps in Tampa Police rescue 17-year-old from a human trafficker Selah Freedom advocate speaks out after ‘Operation Refuge’ arrests Selah Freedom volunteer shares her story about surviving sex trafficking Florida is making strides in preventing child abuse - and protecting survivors Selah Freedom Welcomes Activists Duane Chapman & Francie To Fundraising Event 2 human trafficking victims rescued by HCSO, more victims possible Nonprofit teaches kids how to avoid online tactics of human traffickers Non-profits work to keep conversations open about human trafficking World Day Against Trafficking in Persons: Reach Every Victim of Trafficking, Leave No One Behind St. Pete Pd Say Sexting Extortion Cases More Than Doubled In 2023, With Young People The Primary Targets Internet Safety Month: Tips To Prevent Child Abuse And Sex Trafficking Sarasota tattoo shop helps victims cover tattoos branded on by human traffickers Selah Freedom on Two on the Town with Glo Reber and Bruce Stout Sarasota group uses virtual reality to put people inside the world of a human trafficking victim Forced prostitution in Florida – “I thought sex was the only way to get affection” 2 rescued, 2 arrested in Hillsborough County anti-human trafficking operation Sex trafficking busts in Cleveland and elsewhere highlight a statewide problem: Stacey Efaw 2022 Sex Trafficking & Abuse Theme Highlighted in New TV Series, “The Advocate” Organizations across Tampa Bay region say people get trafficked at early age Keeping Everyone Safe During this Week's Stanley Cup Playoffs in Tampa Youtube: Polk Sheriff Grady Judd discusses 100 arrest made in investigation focusing on human trafficking 176 arrested during Hillsborough human-trafficking operation Lived through hell for months': 8 human trafficking victims rescued; couple arrested Sheriff Judd: Disney employees, retired judge among arrested in undercover investigation Advocates share advice to parents, kids to spot online solicitation on social media Human trafficking survivor credits ‘Selah Freedom’ with saving her life USF researchers, students study Selah Freedom court program to aid sex-trafficking victims USF Researchers, Students Study Court Program to Help Sex-Trafficking Victims Police Nab 13 Suspects Accused Of Human Trafficking In Tampa Bay St. Pete PD: 13 arrested in undercover sting, 6 charged with human trafficking Florida groups, authorities work to tackle human trafficking cases Florida man sentenced to 24+ years for sex trafficking 'No one is above the law': A trafficking survivor's view on Ghislaine Maxwell's sentence OPINION: We can stop sex-trafficking predators Bradenton man caught in human trafficking sting Non-profit Selah Freedom works to end sex trafficking Selah Freedom Lights the Path to Freedom for Sex Trafficking Survivors National Human Trafficking Awareness Day sheds light on Selah Freedom Receives Large Donation for Consulting Program 2021 Former Teacher, Pastor Arrested in Undercover Human Trafficking Sting Polk County detective arrest more than 100 in undercover human trafficking investigation Venice Golf and Country Club foundation seeking grant applicants Sheriff Judd, with Pikachu in hand, announces 102 arrests to 'disrupt' human trafficking ‘No Tricks. No Treats.’ Polk County announces 102 arrests in human trafficking sting One-Year Anniversary of Pandemic Is Remembered Through Giving Back and Humanitarian Efforts From It Works! How a mobile dental clinic is giving new smiles to people in need Big sporting events attract human trafficking, what survivor advocates are doing to help Sex Trafficking Operation Nets Pastor, 125 Mean Total: Sherrif Teacher, pastor, among 125 arrested in Hillsborough Co. human trafficking sting Missing Lehigh Acres teen could be in Washington D.C. Women on Wheels' charity ride in Lakewood Ranch benefits Selah Freedom Over 100 arrested in Polk County undercover human trafficking sting Teacher, pastor, among Hillsborough human trafficking sting arrests With Her New Foundation, Sarasota Hairstylist Dede Caldwell Helps At-Risk Women Look and Feel Their Best BPWEV to host program on Selah Freedom A Hidden Crisis Of The Pandemic: Violence Against Women Hasn’t Stopped. Neither Have the Women-Led Organizations Combating the Problem. Pastor, girls’ basketball coach among 79 arrested in Hillsborough sex sting DOJ: Man arrested in Tampa for multi-state sex-trafficking of a child Department of Children, Family Services increases human trafficking awareness Local Resident Becomes New Executive Director Of Selah Freedom Organization Illinois Department of Children and Family Services Launches New Training Program to Increase Human Trafficking Awareness Ex-Hillsborough County teacher among 125 men arrested during anti-human trafficking operation Fundraiser Planned for Shelter to Serve Human Trafficking Survivors Venice Area Chamber of Commerce honors businesses of the year Community Briefs: JFCS of Suncoast; Selah Freedom; UPWX 20th anniversary; 'Mobility Week' Couple arrested for running human trafficking ring at massage parlors in Hillsborough, Pinellas counties 125 men arrested, 5 victims freed in Hillsborough County undercover human trafficking operation Tampa Bay dentists volunteer time and expertise to help those less fortunate 75 people arrested during Super Bowl week in human trafficking operation Florida safe house helps sex trafficking survivors recover from trauma, abuse Undercover investigation into prostitution, human trafficking ends with 102 arrests Super Bowl Sunday is Here 2020 Off the Market: A mission to end Modern Slavery Selah Freedom offering free virtual sex-trafficking prevention classes Sheriff Rescues 18-Year-Old Sex Trafficking Victim In Brandon Remote learning, summer vacation increase kids' risk of predatory online encounter The subtle signs of human trafficking, and what to do about it The Fight Against Human Trafficking in the United States Detectives say parents ID’d kids in porn found on Charlotte County man’s phone Pasco sheriff's office names 15 apps parents should look out for on their kids' devices What does human trafficking have to do with the Super Bowl? Shout Out: Marcia A. Preston, aids sex trafficking victims through Selah Freedom Human Trafficking Survivor Brings Hope to Young Women in “The Life” Women and children branded, sold for sex in Tampa Bay area, I-Team finds Nonprofit offering online training to parents, teens to prevent sex trafficking Ross Spano Rounds Up More Support for Proposal Helping Human Trafficking Victims Six arrested, five rescued in human trafficking operation, says Hillsborough sheriff A technology check in. Keeping your wallet and your kids safe online Teen who was human trafficking victim rescued in Tampa, deputies say Leading by Example Sarasota police to unveil Community Action Team Protecting your kids from online predators Good Deeds: Sale of masks benefits nonprofits Venice Golf and Country Club Foundation awards COVID-19 grants Surfer-themed youth outreach 180 House expands beyond Venice USF Sarasota-Manatee magazine highlights faculty research VGCC Foundation celebrates 15 years of giving Kids sold for sex and arrested for prostitution in Florida St. Pete police to lead Tampa Bay human trafficking task force Investigation: Kids Sold for Sex 2019 $750 Thousand Awarded to Selah Freedom Selah Freedom teams with the Manatee County Sheriff’s Office to teach parents about sex trafficking on the Suncoast Manatee County Sheriff hosts human trafficking safety classes Bill would require hotel workers to identify, report human trafficking cases Sixty Days for 12.12.19 — A prime-time look at the 2020 Legislative Session She was tattooed by a sex trafficker. Now, she's turning her trauma into purpose. Kenosha County safe house to provide haven for survivors of sex trafficking Polk prostitution sting nets 124 arrests, including naked man ‘They are worth more:’ Wisconsin’s 1st safe home for human trafficking victims aimed at healing survivors New rule mandates every school in Florida to be a ‘Child Trafficking Free Zone’ Boat Tour Raises Funds In Fight Against Sex Trafficking SEIDMAN: Dear Santa... Campus club stands against human trafficking Sadly, Sex Trafficking is an American Epidemic – How to Talk to Your Teens Buchanan and Hastings Introduce Child Trafficking Legislation Stacey Efaw, the new Executive Director of Selah Freedom PODCAST: Audible Spotify Apple 2018 Street, Jail or Court...Selah Freedom is there! Chicago Teen Sold Into Sex Trafficking and Escaped Selah Freedom Partners With Delta Airlines 2017 Selah Freedom Wins Survivor Advocate Of The Year Rent the Runway Partners with Selah Freedom to Bring Fashion’s Biggest Trends to Sarasota 2016 Sarasota man charged with human trafficking gets 50 years in prison
