Stand up, speak out, and raise awareness. Be part of the movement to end human trafficking in Ventura County.
Raising Awareness and Inspiring Action in Ventura County
Soroptimist International invites the community to participate in the 18th Annual STOP Human Trafficking Community Walk and Speaker Panel. This free event aims to shed light on human trafficking and empower the community with education and resources.
Featured Speakers Include:
- Eric Nasarenko: Ventura County District Attorney
- Detective Ash’lee Gray: Ventura Police Department
- Rafael Magana: OUR Rescue
The panelists will define human trafficking, discuss its impact within Ventura County, share insights from previous cases and prosecutions, and present the 15-minute film “I Luv You”, which explores the dangers of sextortion. The discussion will also focus on how sextortion affects survivors and their families and offer practical advice for parents, teachers, and community members on educating youth and preventing exploitation.
Additional Highlights:
- Community partners will provide resources and information about their services.
- The four Ventura County Soroptimist clubs—SI Oxnard, SI Ventura, SI Camarillo, and SI Channel Islands—are amplifying the message with their “Dream Big” awareness campaign, featuring digital signage along the 101 Freeway throughout January, National Human Trafficking Awareness and Prevention Month.
- CAPS Media Ventura will broadcast a PSA on Channel 6 and KPPQ FM104.1’s “In the Women’s Room” with hosts Kathleen Good and Debbie Gohlke.
This event is an opportunity to increase awareness of the pervasive issue of sex and labor trafficking in Ventura County and inspire collective action to combat it.
Event Details:
Date: Saturday, January 11, 2025
Location: Columbus Hall, 36 Figueroa Street, Ventura
Time: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Cost: FREE
For more information, visit: www.stoptraffickingventuracounty.org.
