What is Human Trafficking?
Human trafficking is a form of modern-day slavery where people profit from the control and exploitation of others.
-Polaris Project-

2015 Spring  Advocacy Training

This 35 hour advocacy training is for those who desire to work directly with victims of trafficking. It will consist of a combination of presentations by local experts, multi-media presentations, role playing, and self-defense training. While the class is open to all, those wishing to serve as victim advocates with VBJI will need to successfully complete the class, as well as a psychological evaluation, background check, and interview. If you are interested in participating, register by clicking on the registration tab above. There is a $20.00 fee to cover materials. All sessions will be held at New Life Providence Church, Deep Creek Campus, 423 Shell Road, Chesapeake VA 23323.
For more details, visit http://vbjiadvocacytraining.weebly.com/

Kids Are Not For Sale in Virginia Coalition

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This year, the Virginia Beach Justice Initiative is joining advocacy groups, prosecutors, and law enforcement in the Kids Are Not For Sale in Virginia Coalition, advocating for a sex trafficking standalone bill, that was recently introduced by Delegate Hugo (40th District) and Senator Obenshain (26th District). 

Click here to view the factsheet.

Run For Their Lives 2015!  5K and Awareness Walk 




Raising awareness and funds to bring sexually exploited women and children into freedom. 
When:    Saturday, March 7, 2015
                 Kids Fun Run @ 7:45am
                  5k @ 8am
Where:   Mariner's Museum and Park
                (Warwick Lot)
                Newport News, VA
Contact: Sarah Floyd
                 Sarah.floyd24@gmail.com
For more detials visit :
http://www.freedom424.org/r4tl/races/newport-news-va/

A look into 2014 with VBJI

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