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NYC STOP Human Trafficking

Human trafficking is a form of modern-day slavery, involving victims who are forced, defrauded or coerced into labor or sexual exploitation. Traffickers often prey on individuals who may lack access to social safety nets, predominantly women and children in certain countries, including the United States.

We are a New York City-based group of members who advocate for the abolishment of human trafficking worldwide. Many of us are ordinary people hoping to take extraordinary strides in the anti-trafficking movement. We are activists, working professionals and students. Many of us know very little about the issue while others have an extraordinary wealth of knowledge and experience in the human rights and social justice arena.

Our group is designed and geared for people who wish to become further educated on the topic but also for those who wish to take direct action toward ending this form of modern-day slavery. Our goal is to form a collective group of advocates who - through volunteer work, awareness-raising, capacity building and other outreach initiatives - will ultimately incite an anti-trafficking movement here in New York City.

Location: New York, NY 10018 40.76-73.99 10018US
Founded: Aug 27, 2004
Suggested Donation: $5.00 a year
Rating: 4.75
Members: 361
Meetings: 48 so far
  • "I am so happy to meet so many great people doing noble work and inspiring others. Abigail Pantaleon
  • "The two events I've attended have been great! I'm glad I joined, and I look forward to future events."Edita Birnkrant

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  • "Dear Friends, We sincerely hope you will be able to join us! EMAIL ANNOUNCEMENT - HUMAN TRAFFICKING AWARENESS VIGIL The Newark Coalition Against Human Trafficking is pleased to invite you to..."

  • "Fellow Abolitionists! I've created a NYC STOP Human Trafficking team for this year's AIDS Walk. Some of you might be thinking, "what does AIDS have to do with Human Trafficking?" Think about it: Sex..."

  • Joined May 11, 2008

    "Hi, my name is Shiny and am very excited to get involved with this organization and others that are trying to make a postive difference in this world. I feel very passionately about this issue and am excited to meet everyone."

  • Joined May 8, 2008

    "Hello! I have personal experience of the gruesome reality that trafficking victims undergo.. Now a survivor, I am involved in victim advocacy for a non-profit org. Would love to meet more dedicated people in the field to make a difference together"

  • Joined May 6, 2008

    "Hello, My name is Janis. Its a pleasure to meet you. It is my goal to be make a committment to help others or those who are in need. I live in Brooklyn, New York. I took some time off from attending college for which I am enrolled in the Human Se"

  • "There has been increasing awareness on human trafficking from an illegal context - black market, dark shadowy kidnappings and trickery - more specifically within the sex industry. However, I'd like to..."

  • Joined May 3, 2008

    "Hey, my name is Mike. I've heard a lot about human trafficking but have never come in contact with people working to help eliminate it. I'd love to come to the next meeting and learn how I can help too."

  • "I am not sure where to post this so I am just going to throw it out here and hope it generates some thought. You may or may not have heard about the case in Austria about the father who kept his daughter..."

  • Joined May 1, 2008
  • Joined April 30, 2008
  • "Hi all, I hope you will be able to join us and help raise money for The Emancipation Network, a grassroots anti-human trafficking nonprofit organization who helps survivors and high risk youth in Cambodia,..."

  • "Hello everyone! I've scheduled our next meetup to take place on Sunday, May 18th - walking alongside thousands of other New Yorkers fighting against HIV/AIDS! I'll follow up with more information on our..."

  • Joined April 27, 2008

    "I am interested in meeting with others that share interest in activism as it relates to women's rights and human dignity."

  • Joined April 26, 2008
  • Joined April 23, 2008
  • Joined April 23, 2008

    "I'm concerned with the unpredictable & sporadic abusers/exploiters/p redators whose lack of consistency (among other things) has worked in their tremendous favor. Have known them & seen them unpunished. Almost a trafficking victim also, while abroad."

  • Joined April 21, 2008

    "I believe in social justice."

  • "Summary: Under current law, child runaways caught in prostitution are treated like adults and charged as criminals. Advocates and legislators in New York are working to change this by establishing the..."

  • Joined April 17, 2008

    "Hi, I am one of the organizers for the Washington DC Stop Modern Slavery Group. I would love to find opportunities for our two groups to collaborate in the future."

  • "Join members of the Chelsea Reform Democratic Club as they welcome former Assistant US Attorney for the Eastern District Pam Chen, Esq. Details below: GENERAL MEETING THURSDAY, APRIL 17 ? 7:00 PM Hudson..."

  • "Hello, I just wanted to include the "minutes" from this week's conference call. This week's call was hosted by Sarah Symons, a representative from The Emancipation Network (TEN). TEN has been working..."

  • Joined April 13, 2008
  • "While I tend to want to narrow the power of judges, I cannot conclude the stronger language would be helpful here. ALSO, it may be that having leverage over the child may be necessary to obtain evidence..."

  • "Last month website posted/emailed details re NY City's funding issue re "Safe Harbor?" I think this LOCAL pressure ought to have priority, as NYCity councilmen are ALWAYS politically correct......"

  • "Comrades! Below are two events that build upon a significant relationship with the National Organization for Women, NY Chapter. Please join us! --------------- Dear friends and volunteers, The..."

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