The Problem Human trafficking victims are more prone to health concerns. Consequently, there is an increased vulnerability of victims who have extensive health concerns and disabilities. According to The Polaris Project, 88% of trafficking victims access health care during their trafficking situations. “Traffickers prey on people with chronic health concerns, exploiting the sense of isolation,…
In the last few weeks, we have celebrated several recent graduates at Rescue 1 Global. It is a blessing to be a part of someone’s healing journey. Although it can take 7-8 touches before a survivor is able to leave her situation, not one of those points is a waste. Seeds are being planted, the…
We want to share an inner look of life at Rescue 1 Global with you. Rescue 1 Global supports survivors every single day, here and around the world. They come with a myriad of trauma caused by broken homes, broken families, trafficking, years of compounded physical and emotional abuse, addiction, and even mental health and…
Freedom Stories: 12 Days of Freedom Join us on a journey of freedom as we tell the stories of human trafficking survivors that we have the joy to serve! Click on the video below to view Days 1-12 in a Youtube playlist. If you’d like to read the blog story that accompanies each video, click…
One of the biggest dreams of a woman is to experience walking down the aisle with her man on the other end waiting for her to say “I DO”. To some, this dream becomes a reality while to others, this remains a fantasy. I am Sara, a former resident of the Red Light District, and that’s what I thought of my dream to be wed—it was a fantasy.
BUT NOW, I’m Married!
Survivor Story 6 Rescue 1 came to my church and did a human trafficking training. I was overwhelmed by what I learned. I knew I had to do something – I had to join this fight, but how? What could I do to make a difference. They shared that one of the needs was for…