What if your resolution this year could help change lives? Start 2025 with purpose by joining the mission to end sex trafficking and create freedom, safety, and hope in our communities. Human trafficking impacts vulnerable populations right here in Seattle, including youth, those experiencing homelessness, and communities of color. This January, during National Slavery and Human Trafficking Prevention Month, REST is hosting events, workshops, and advocacy campaigns to inspire action. Together, we can build a future where freedom and dignity are accessible to all.
Raising Awareness About Sex Trafficking Over Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving is a time for connection and meaningful conversations. It’s also an opportunity to raise awareness about pressing issues like sex trafficking. This blog offers compassionate tips on how to discuss the realities of trafficking, share impactful stories, and encourage prevention and solutions. Whether you’re sharing facts or simply raising awareness that it happens close to home, every conversation can inspire understanding and action. Read the full guide and make a difference this Thanksgiving.
Join the Movement and Be the Reason Someone Breaks Free
This GivingTuesday (December 3), turn generosity into freedom, safety, and hope for survivors of sex trafficking. REST provides critical services like emergency shelter, counseling, and housing assistance, giving survivors the courage and resources to reclaim their lives. Your support—through a donation, sharing our mission, or volunteering—can make a life-changing impact. Together, let’s build a future where every survivor feels supported, valued, and free. Learn more about how you can help this GivingTuesday.
Queen’s Path: Cultivating Purpose from Pain
From childhood trauma to years of exploitation, Queen’s life has been marked by unthinkable challenges. Yet, through sheer resilience and the right support, she found the courage to begin rebuilding her life in ways she never thought possible. Discover Queen’s inspiring journey—one of survival, strength, and a relentless pursuit of hope.
Understanding the Link Between Domestic Violence and Sex Trafficking
This Domestic Violence Awareness Month, we’re shedding light on the link between domestic violence and sex trafficking. Both involve manipulation, isolation, and control, leaving survivors vulnerable. At REST, we offer support through our crisis hotline, emergency shelter, and other services. Learn how you can recognize the signs, take action, and support survivors.