Education & Insights on the Issue of Sex Trafficking
Education is the first line of defense against sex trafficking and child exploitation. By providing expert insights, survivor stories, and research-backed resources, we help individuals and communities become difference makers, leading to lasting change.
Understanding Human Trafficking
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Prevention & Awareness
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Understanding Human Trafficking
The Transformative Shift in Prosecuting Sex Trafficking and Child Exploitation
Learn how survivor-centered approaches are transforming justice systems, with groundbreaking results in Tarrant County, Texas. As the conversation around human trafficking gains urgency in the public eye, a transformative shift puts survivor care at the center of the process, from the first intervention on the streets all the way to…
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Research and Trends
Understanding Human Trafficking
Human Trafficking Statistics and Facts In 2024
From high profile cities in the United States to remote locations around the world, human trafficking is a relatively silent epidemic that impacts communities everywhere.
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Resources for Parents
Statistics
Understanding Human Trafficking
Top 11 Sex Trafficking Myths Debunked
There is a lot of confusion about the realities of human trafficking and sex trafficking. Many people have unrealistic ideas about sex trafficking based on sensationalized movies, the media, or assumptions. Dispelling myths helps to raise awareness about the true nature of sex trafficking. If you want to help people…
Featured Content
What Is Sextortion?
Sextortion is a growing problem for young people today. At Our Rescue, we want you to be empowered to keep predators out of your homes via the internet. This free guide helps individuals understand sextortion and how to address the topic with children and teens.
CEO Perspectives
Candid discussions with CEO Tammy Lee about the challenges in combating sex trafficking and child exploitation. Together, we can bring about change through action and advocacy.
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CEO Perspectives
Statistics
Debunked Images Found on Google Maps in LA Ignites Conversation around Real Threat of Human Trafficking
Over the past day, disturbing markings such as “HELP” found on Google Maps in LA went viral, sparking fears of human trafficking in the area. While the Los Angeles Police Department has confirmed there is no legitimate threat, and the images are over a year old, the incident highlights a…
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CEO Perspectives
Statistics
Our Rescue CEO Tammy Lee Joins National Podcast to Discuss Combating Human Trafficking in Short-Term Rentals
Human trafficking is happening everywhere, including in all 50 U.S. states, and short-term rental properties are not immune. Our Rescue CEO Tammy Lee joined the “Short Term Rental Secrets” podcast to discuss how this pervasive issue can infiltrate communities in unexpected ways. Short-term rentals are typically homes and apartments rented through…
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CEO Perspectives
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11 Ways to Join the Fight™ in January
January 11 is a call to action: join our fight to eradicate sex trafficking and child exploitation here and everywhere. To mark National Human Trafficking Awareness Day in the United States, we are shining a light on the global disgrace of human trafficking and inviting you to join as a…
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Blogs
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Our Rescue Helps Strengthen Malta’s Fight Against Human Trafficking
In February, Our Rescue’s Training & Prevention, Survivor Care, and Rescue Operations teams traveled to Malta—a beautiful island country on the Mediterranean Sea–with a shared mission: empower those on the front lines of justice. Malta is on the Tier 2 Watchlist of the U.S. Department of State’s Trafficking in Persons…
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Operation in Greece Dismantles Major Human Trafficking Network
In a significant step against sex trafficking, Greek authorities, with support from Our Rescue and nonprofit A21, dismantled a criminal trafficking organization in December of 2024. The Directorate for Combating Organized Crime led the investigation, uncovering a network that had been operating since 2019. The traffickers targeted vulnerable women abroad,…
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Blogs
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Our Rescue ESD K9 Cruzer Uncovers Key Evidence in Federal Child Sexual Abuse Material Case
Jesse Blaine, 42, of Harlan, Iowa, has been sentenced to seven years in federal prison after Our Rescue-sponsored Electronic Storage Detection (ESD) K9 Cruzer and his handler helped search his home, finding hidden electronic devices containing child sexual abuse material. The investigation began with a CyberTip from the National Center…
Mission Stories
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Blogs
Prevention & Awareness
Survivor Care
Our Rescue Helps Strengthen Malta’s Fight Against Human Trafficking
In February, Our Rescue’s Training & Prevention, Survivor Care, and Rescue Operations teams traveled to Malta—a beautiful island country on the Mediterranean Sea–with a shared mission: empower those on the front lines of justice. Malta is on the Tier 2 Watchlist of the U.S. Department of State’s Trafficking in Persons…
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Blogs
Help Fund a Shelter in Nepal
For over six years, Our Rescue has partnered with Shakti Samuha, a pioneering survivor-led organization established in 1996. Shakti Samuha is dedicated to providing comprehensive support for survivors of human trafficking, including shelter, education, vocational training, and legal aid. In addition, the organization works closely with law enforcement to combat…
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Blogs
Operations
Operation in Greece Dismantles Major Human Trafficking Network
In a significant step against sex trafficking, Greek authorities, with support from Our Rescue and nonprofit A21, dismantled a criminal trafficking organization in December of 2024. The Directorate for Combating Organized Crime led the investigation, uncovering a network that had been operating since 2019. The traffickers targeted vulnerable women abroad,…
Our Rescue announcements
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Our Rescue Marks International Women’s Day with Comedy for a Cause to Raise Awareness of Sex Trafficking and Child Exploitation
Minnesota Ranks Third in U.S. for Highest Number of Child Sexual Exploitation Cases Survivor and Stand-Up Comedian Marti MacGibbon to Headline Event Minneapolis, MN, (January 28, 2025) – Our Rescue, a global non-governmental organization dedicated to combating sex trafficking and child exploitation, is marking International Women’s…
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Our Rescue Joined Anti-Human Trafficking Organizations in Twin Cities to Support Honorary Resolution with Minneapolis City Council Members Linea Palmisano and Andrea Jenkins
Resolution reaffirms City’s pledge to combat exploitation and human trafficking of all people Minnesota has third largest number of child sexual exploitation cases filed nationwide Minneapolis, MN, [January 17, 2025] – Our Rescue, a global non-governmental organization dedicated to combating sex trafficking and child exploitation, joined…
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Our Rescue Awards $100,000 in Grants to Texas-based Nonprofits Focused on Fighting Sex Trafficking and Child Exploitation
Texas ranks second highest state in U.S. for reported human trafficking cases Grants are part of Our Rescue’s “Join the Fight” educational campaign to observe National Human Trafficking Prevention Month this January Minneapolis, MN, [January 14, 2025] – Our Rescue, a global non-governmental organization dedicated to…
OUR RESCUE MENTIONS IN THE NEWS
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Campbell County Sheriff’s Office gets $15k grant for cellphone extraction software upgrade, 2/20/25
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Greek Police Dismantle Ring Trafficking Women for Sexual Exploitation, 2/19/25
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Counterpoint: When did the politics on child sex trafficking become more important than protecting kids? CEO Tammy Lee, 1/11/25
