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Local Resident Becomes New Executive Director Of Selah Freedom Organization

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Florida groups, authorities work to tackle human trafficking cases

Selah Freedom Recognized By The Governor

Selah Freedom Partners With Delta Airlines

Selah Freedom Wins Survivor Advocate Of The Year

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Super Bowl Sunday is Here

Pro Athletes to Attend Selah Freedom Immersion Tour To Eradicate Sex Trafficking

What does human trafficking have to do with the Super Bowl?

Matt Bubula chats with Jessica Huerta of Selah Freedom about sex trafficking in big cities

Selah Freedom Opens New Safe Home for Survivors of Sex Trafficking

Chicago Teen Sold Into Sex Trafficking and Escaped

Woman Sold at 13 Tells Her Story

The Fight Against Sex Trafficking is Taking Place Closer to Home Than You Think

Better Makers: Selah Freedom Event Raises Money to Fight Sex Trafficking

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Florida woman shares her story of sex trafficking for Child Abuse Prevention Month

Nonprofit teaches kids how to avoid online tactics of human traffickers

Providing A New Beginning

Fisher: Florida fights human trafficking

SEIDMAN: Dear Santa...

Extra screen time for children raises risk of sex predators

Sarasota police to unveil Community Action Team

Venice Golf and Country Club Foundation awards COVID-19 grants

Good Deeds: Sale of masks benefits nonprofits

Surfer-themed youth outreach 180 House expands beyond Venice

USF Sarasota-Manatee magazine highlights faculty research

Venice Area Chamber of Commerce honors businesses of the year

Former sex workers see value in trafficking education

VGCC Foundation celebrates 15 years of giving

Community Briefs: JFCS of Suncoast; Selah Freedom; UPWX 20th anniversary; 'Mobility Week'

OPINION: We can stop sex-trafficking predators

USF researchers, students study Selah Freedom court program to aid sex-trafficking victims

Florida is making strides in preventing child abuse - and protecting survivors

Selah Freedom Rocks The Boat Against Sex Trafficking

All on board

A Next Level Gratitude Event

Selah Freedom surprises supporters at rooftop function

Women on Wheels' charity ride in Lakewood Ranch benefits Selah Freedom

Selah Freedom Lights the Path to Freedom for Sex Trafficking Survivors

Light the Path in Your Observer Magazine

Sex trafficking survivor speaks out at Christ Church

Virtual reality helps prevent sex trafficking on the Suncoast

Rent the Runway Partners with Selah Freedom to Bring Fashion’s Biggest Trends to Sarasota

Selah Rock the Boat 2019

January is...National Human Trafficking Awareness Month. Understanding The Issue

Henry Lee Sentenced For Sex Trafficking, Fraud, Coercion

CEO & Co-Founder of Selah Freedom to Speak About Importance of Eradicating Sex Trafficking and Exploitation

CEO Moves Standing Room Only Crowd As 40 Arrested in Atlanta Before Super Bowl

In Tampa, Rick Scott highlights the more than $6 million going into programs combating human trafficking in Florida

Lauren Book endorses Vern Buchanan legislation to ban childlike sex dolls

LIFTx: Leaders Inspiring for Tomorrow

A Place To Heal

Campus club stands against human trafficking

CEO & Co-Founder of Selah Freedom to Speak About Importance of Eradicating Sex Trafficking and Exploitation

Police call sex workers to offer them a way out

The subtle signs of human trafficking, and what to do about it

Remote learning, summer vacation increase kids' risk of predatory online encounter

Teacher, pastor, among Hillsborough human trafficking sting arrests

Over 100 arrested in Polk County undercover human trafficking sting

Sarasota group uses virtual reality to put people inside the world of a human trafficking victim

Sarasota tattoo shop helps victims cover tattoos branded on by human traffickers

Kenosha County safe house to provide haven for survivors of sex trafficking

176 arrested during Hillsborough human-trafficking operation

Sarasota man charged with human trafficking gets 50 years in prison

St. Pete Form News Trafficking Unit

Kids sold for sex and arrested for prostitution in Florida

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

Investigation: Kids Sold for Sex

Florida safe house helps sex trafficking survivors recover from trauma, abuse

75 people arrested during Super Bowl week in human trafficking operation

125 men arrested, 5 victims freed in Hillsborough County undercover human trafficking operation

Advocates share advice to parents, kids to spot online solicitation on social media

Florida man sentenced to 24+ years for sex trafficking

Florida safe house helps sex trafficking survivors recover from trauma, abuse

Selah Freedom Survivor Graduate Speaks on 8 Sex Trafficking Survivors Rescued

Lived through hell for months': 8 human trafficking victims rescued; couple arrested

2 human trafficking victims rescued by HCSO, more victims possible

Sextortion crimes continue to rise across Tampa Bay area

Tattoos Cover Up Painful Past for US Sex Trafficking Victims

Sex, Lies & Media Training Helps Parents Protect Their Kids From Online Exploitation

2019 Philanthropy Awards: And the Winners Are…

2019 Philanthropy Awards: Selah Freedom

Selah Freedom presenter educates residents in spotting signs of sex trafficking

New safe house for sex trafficking victims will be largest in Wisconsin

‘It all seems very innocent at first’: Sunday event to look at dangers of sex trafficking and social media

Vern Buchanan, Alcee Hastings file legislation to battle human trafficking rise

Sixty Days for 12.12.19 — A prime-time look at the 2020 Legislative Session

Heather Fitzenhagen wants to stop trafficking around Super Bowl

Delegation addresses human trafficking

Congressional delegation to tackle spike in Florida human trafficking

It's happening in our backyards; Roundtable event held to address sex trafficking in St. Louis

Buchanan and Hastings Introduce Child Trafficking Legislation

Florida Congressmen Propose Grant Program to Help Crack Down on Human Trafficking

Ross Spano Rounds Up More Support for Proposal Helping Human Trafficking Victims

The long road to eradicating sex trafficking in St. Louis and Missouri

New rule mandates every school in Florida to be a ‘Child Trafficking Free Zone’

Seidman: A successful change in strategy toward Sarasota sex trafficking

Undercover investigation into prostitution, human trafficking ends with 102 arrests

Florida schools to teach about child trafficking prevention

Tampa Bay dentists volunteer time and expertise to help those less fortunate

Couple arrested for running human trafficking ring at massage parlors in Hillsborough, Pinellas counties

Non-profits work to keep conversations open about human trafficking

Rock the Boat Fundraiser to Help Fight Sex Trafficking

Sheriff Rescues 18-Year-Old Sex Trafficking Victim In Brandon

Help The Volunteer Center Celebrate Four Outstanding Volunteers

Sex Trafficking Operation Nets Pastor, 125 Mean Total: Sherrif ​

Police Nab 13 Suspects Accused Of Human Trafficking In Tampa Bay

Keeping Everyone Safe During this Week's Stanley Cup Playoffs in Tampa

A Humble Hero on a Very Important Quest!

Former sex workers see value in trafficking education

‘They are worth more:’ Wisconsin’s 1st safe home for human trafficking victims aimed at healing survivors

A Sexual Abuse Survivor Combats Sex Trafficking

Florida Detectives Arrest 124 Suspects in Prostitution Sting Dubbed ‘Operation Santa’s Naughty List’

Shelter opens in Kenosha for trafficking survivors

New safe house for sex trafficking victims will be largest in Wisconsin

Polk prostitution sting nets 124 arrests, including naked man

Stop modern slavery

Sadly, Sex Trafficking is an American Epidemic – How to Talk to Your Teens

The Life-Changing Power of ‘Selah’

Training to identify sex trafficking victims, health care works on front line to protect kids

St. Pete police to lead Tampa Bay human trafficking task force

Teen who was human trafficking victim rescued in Tampa, deputies say

Six arrested, five rescued in human trafficking operation, says Hillsborough sheriff

Pastor, girls’ basketball coach among 79 arrested in Hillsborough sex sting

Florida ranks 3rd in the nation for human trafficking; local org raising awareness at Super Bowl

Off the Market: A mission to end Modern Slavery

Big sporting events attract human trafficking, what survivor advocates are doing to help

‘No Tricks. No Treats.’ Polk County announces 102 arrests in human trafficking sting

National Human Trafficking Awareness Day sheds light on

Readers Write: Trafficking solution – Eradicating sexual exploitation

Shout Out: Marcia A. Preston, aids sex trafficking victims through Selah Freedom

A New #MeToo. Saving – Supporting Sex Trafficking Survivors

Protecting your kids from online predators

A technology check in. Keeping your wallet and your kids safe online

Missing Lehigh Acres teen could be in Washington D.C.

Port Washington Professionals Team to Help Teach Young American Lives to Beware of Sex Trafficking & Exploitation

#204 – Stop Sex Slave Trafficking with Kara Thompson and Selah Freedom

Sex, Lies & Media Training Helps Parents Protect Their Kids From Online Exploitation

Sex, Lies & Media Training Helps Parents Protect Their Kids From Online Exploitation

Sex, Lies & Media Training Helps Parents Protect Their Kids From Online Exploitation

Sex, Lies & Media Training Helps Parents Protect Their Kids From Online Exploitation

Sex, Lies & Media Training Helps Parents Protect Their Kids From Online Exploitation

Sex, Lies & Media Training Helps Parents Protect Their Kids From Online Exploitation

Sex, Lies & Media Training Helps Parents Protect Their Kids From Online Exploitation

Leading by Example

Smart Safety: Selah Freedom Trainings

Anti-child trafficking hashtag hijacked by conspiracy theorists but issue remains important

Detectives say parents ID’d kids in porn found on Charlotte County man’s phone

2023

World Day Against Trafficking in Persons: Reach Every Victim of Trafficking, Leave No One Behind

Gilgo Beach Murders of "Sex Workers" Targeted Vulnerable Women

Internet Safety Month: Tips To Prevent Child Abuse And Sex Trafficking

St. Pete Pd Say Sexting Extortion Cases More Than Doubled In 2023, With Young People The Primary Targets

Sex Trafficking & Abuse Theme Highlighted in New TV Series, “The Advocate”

2020

The Fight Against Human Trafficking in the United States

Human Trafficking Survivor Brings Hope to Young Women in “The Life”

Anti-Sex Trafficking Organization Cofounder Recounts Story in New Book, Groomed

Pasco sheriff's office names 15 apps parents should look out for on their kids' devices

Florida CREEPER Act to be reintroduced after girl's likeness used for child sex doll

Venice Golf and Country Club foundation seeking grant applicants

BPWEV to host program on Selah Freedom

Department of Children, Family Services increases human trafficking awareness

Illinois Department of Children and Family Services Launches New Training Program to Increase Human Trafficking Awareness

Andrea Martone on Call to Pray with Pastor Jeff Lane (August 3rd Episode)

Boat Tour Raises Funds In Fight Against Sex Trafficking

Over 70 people arrested Super Bowl week in human trafficking operation

DOJ: Man arrested in Tampa for multi-state sex-trafficking of a child

A Hidden Crisis Of The Pandemic: Violence Against Women Hasn’t Stopped. Neither Have the Women-Led Organizations Combating the Problem.

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One-Year Anniversary of Pandemic Is Remembered Through Giving Back and Humanitarian Efforts From It Works!

Fundraiser Planned for Shelter to Serve Human Trafficking Survivors

Human trafficking survivor credits ‘Selah Freedom’ with saving her life

Organizations across Tampa Bay region say people get trafficked at early age

Youtube: Polk Sheriff Grady Judd discusses 100 arrest made in investigation focusing on human trafficking

Sheriff Judd: Disney employees, retired judge among arrested in undercover investigation

​ St. Pete PD: 13 arrested in undercover sting, 6 charged with human trafficking

Sheriff Judd, with Pikachu in hand, announces 102 arrests to 'disrupt' human trafficking

Ex-Hillsborough County teacher among 125 men arrested during anti-human trafficking operation

How a mobile dental clinic is giving new smiles to people in need

She was tattooed by a sex trafficker. Now, she's turning her trauma into purpose.

With Her New Foundation, Sarasota Hairstylist Dede Caldwell Helps At-Risk Women Look and Feel Their Best

USF Researchers, Students Study Court Program to Help Sex-Trafficking Victims

Sextortion victim speaks out as trend rises in St. Petersburg, FBI steps in

Teacher, pastor, among 125 arrested in Hillsborough Co. human trafficking sting

2 rescued, 2 arrested in Hillsborough County anti-human trafficking operation

Hillsborough County Sheriff Says 125 Arrested During "Operation Round-Up"

Former Teacher, Pastor Arrested in Undercover Human Trafficking Sting

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Polk County detective arrest more than 100 in undercover human trafficking investigation