Awaken is excited to have guest blogger, Shontell Brewer, join us this month. Shontell is a speaker, teacher, and part of Awaken’s prevention team. To view more of her writings, listen to her podcast, or book her as a speaker for your next event, check out her website. I asked my 5thgraders if they’ve ever…
DetailsRebekah Charleston, a friend and ally of Awaken was once sex trafficked into Nevada’s legal brothels. Last week, Rebekah filed suit against Nevada seeking repeal of its prostitution laws on constitutional grounds, as well as relief for all individuals sexually exploited or trafficked as a result of legal prostitution in Nevada. For those who attended Awaken’s Banquet…
DetailsMany people don’t fully understand what sex trafficking is, and with all the misconceptions about it, it can be very hard to identify victims and traffickers. There is no specific stereotype or trait to look for when it comes to trying to identify perpetrators or victims of these crimes. For instance, many don’t suspect women…
DetailsUnlike many other states, the laws in Nevada permit some forms of prostitution in certain counties if regulations are followed. Here are five things that you may not know about prostitution laws in Nevada. 1 – Prostitution Is Legal In Some Counties Just because prostitution can be legal in Nevada does not mean it is…
DetailsWhen we talk about slavery, most people will think of an outlawed practiced that no longer exists in modern day society. However, this is not the case. Many vulnerable people are made to work in harsh conditions with little pay and no way of escape right under our noses. Despite it being illegal in most…
DetailsHuman trafficking is not an issue that should be taken lightly, and it isn’t something that can only be handled by the authorities. Anyone can contribute to helping to fight against human trafficking, including: Organizations Businesses can play a part by providing jobs, internships, training programs, and other opportunities to trafficking victims. College Students Students…
Details