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Wonderful evening with Tim Tebow for a great cause: Path2Freedom Magnolia House, long-term residential care for minor victims of s*x trafficking

Thank you for the incredible support that helps victims become thrivers!

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What if I can't pay my important bills?

For those living paycheck to paycheck, it may be impossible to pay all of your critical bills, such as rent, mortgage, and car loan. If you find yourself short on cash, get out in front of the situation.

1. Call your landlord or lender. In some cases, they're being more lenient right now, giving extensions or waiving late payments.

2. Utilities across the country are taking steps to prevent hardships during this unprecedented crisis. These include: waiving late fees, preventing shut-offs, setting up deferred payment plans, and making emergency funds available to low-income households. This information should be posted on the utility’s website.

3. Credit cards: The recent rate cut by the Federal Reserve will result in slightly lower credit card interest rates, but the drop won’t be big enough to make any significant difference for most people. Many credit card companies have announced programs to help their cardholders. You may be able to arrange a temporary credit limit increase, a temporary interest rate reduction or forbearance – you can miss a payment without a late penalty, but the interest still accrues.

For example, Apple card sent an email to cardholders telling them they can enroll in its Customer Assistance Program, “which will allow you to skip your March payment without incurring interest charges,” the company confirmed to NBC News BETTER.

American Express encourages cardholders to call them. The company's financial hardship assistance may include “waiving late fees, return check fees, and interest charges.”

Capital One allows customers facing hardships to skip payments without accruing interest, according to The New York Times.

4. Sign up for a 0 percent balance transfer credit card that will help your cash flow in the near-term and save you money in the long run. With some of these cards, you can stop the interest clock for a year or more:

www.CreditCards.com has a list of balance transfer cards with no transfer fee.

5. If you have cash back rewards, now may be the time to cash in those rewards to pay some critical bills.

6. Student Loans: Trump announced that interest on federal students loans is now waived until the national emergency has ended. But details about this implementation are still sketchy, according to Mark Kantrowitz, publisher and vice president of research at Savingforcollege.com. Kantrowitz encourages looking at financial relief options such as: a) an economic hardship deferment b)forbearance c) income-driven repayment plans d) contact your lender and ask about options for grace periods, lower interest rates or interest waivers

7. The National Foundation for Credit Counseling (NFCC) is a nationwide nonprofit that provides financial counseling, advice on budgeting, and repaying debt. The initial counseling session is free. You can find a nonprofit credit counselor in your area on the NFCC website, or by calling (800) 388-2227.

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22 Collier County hotels, motels accused of permitting s*x trafficking, lawsuit claims

https://www.naplesnews.com/story/news/local/2020/02/06/22-naples-hotels-and-motels-did-nothing-stop-s*x-trafficking-2015-and-2016-collier-county/4565268002/

22 Collier County hotels, motels accused of permitting s*x trafficking, lawsuit claims The women wandered the hotel hallways at night, strung out on he**in and wearing next to nothing.

U.S. Authorities Arrest Alleged Al-Qaida Leader In Arizona

https://defensemaven.io/bluelivesmatter/news/u-s-authorities-arrest-alleged-al-qaida-leader-in-arizona-R4jAIbiC7kaQfkme00eBHQ

U.S. Authorities Arrest Alleged Al-Qaida Leader In Arizona Ali Yousif Ahmed Al-Nouri, a known Al-Qaida terrorist, was arrested on behalf of Iraq on Thursday in Phoenix.

Kids sold for s*x and arrested for prostitution in Florida

https://www.abcactionnews.com/financial-fitness/make-it-last/kids-sold-for-s*x-and-arrested-for-prostitution-in-florida?_amp=true

Kids sold for s*x and arrested for prostitution in Florida Children in Florida are being criminally charged with prostitution — even after the state passed a law designed to protect kids sold for s*x, the I-Team uncovered.

‎Jones.Show: Thought-Full Conversation: 063: Angelina Spencer-Crisp on Being Human & Trafficked on Apple Podcasts

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/063-angelina-spencer-crisp-on-being-human-trafficked/id1435232228?i=1000457424197

‎Jones.Show: Thought-Full Conversation: 063: Angelina Spencer-Crisp on Being Human & Trafficked on Apple Podcasts ‎Show Jones.Show: Thought-Full Conversation, Ep 063: Angelina Spencer-Crisp on Being Human & Trafficked - Nov 21, 2019

How artificial intelligence is transforming the global battle against human trafficking

How artificial intelligence is transforming the global battle against human trafficking Each year, the practice of human trafficking generates more than $150 billion in profits. But experts warn that the tools being used even in the most developed societies fall far short of what is needed to put in a dent in its proliferation. So the ingredient that can change the game? Artificial int...

IRS Followed Bitcoin Transactions, Resulting In Takedown Of The Largest Child Exploitation Site On The Web

https://www.forbes.com/sites/kellyphillipserb/2019/10/16/irs-followed-bitcoin-transactions-resulting-in-takedown-of-the-largest-child-exploitation-site-on-the-web/

IRS Followed Bitcoin Transactions, Resulting In Takedown Of The Largest Child Exploitation Site On The Web The largest dark web child po*******hy site in the world has been taken down. That was the word today at a joint press conference from agents including IRS-CI announcing arrests and forfeitures.

How artificial intelligence is transforming the global battle against human trafficking

How artificial intelligence is transforming the global battle against human trafficking Each year, the practice of human trafficking generates more than $150 billion in profits. But experts warn that the tools being used even in the most developed societies fall far short of what is needed to put in a dent in its proliferation. So the ingredient that can change the game? Artificial int...

Indicators of Human Trafficking

Indicators of Human Trafficking Recognizing key indicators of human trafficking is the first step in identifying victims and can help save a life.

Indicators of Human Trafficking

DHS Blue Campaign: Human Trafficking Indicators

https://www.dhs.gov/blue-campaign/indicators-human-trafficking?fbclid=IwAR0OZBa_NID7kfI9VloRd4auNF_QOW1mf1OwvxEk9Opn17435G88fp1zXtk

Indicators of Human Trafficking Recognizing key indicators of human trafficking is the first step in identifying victims and can help save a life.

Indicators of Human Trafficking

DHS Key Indicators of Human Trafficking

https://www.dhs.gov/blue-campaign/indicators-human-trafficking?fbclid=IwAR0OZBa_NID7kfI9VloRd4auNF_QOW1mf1OwvxEk9Opn17435G88fp1zXtk

Indicators of Human Trafficking Recognizing key indicators of human trafficking is the first step in identifying victims and can help save a life.

MAY 16, 2019 | 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Miami Police Training Facility

350 NW 2nd Avenue, Miami, FL 33128

The John J. Brunetti Human Trafficking Academy is pleased to partner with The Honorable Katherine Fernandez Rundle, State Attorney of the Eleventh Judicial Circuit of Florida, for the 8th Annual Human Trafficking Forum: Challenging What We Know. This event will focus on the importance of trauma-informed investigative techniques in human trafficking with world-renowned expert, Russell W. Strand, Retired Chief of the U.S. Army Military Police, Behavioral Sciences, Education & Training Division, as the keynote speaker.

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Multistate child exploitation operation bust leads to 82 arrests, 17 rescues, officials say

Multistate child exploitation operation bust leads to 82 arrests, 17 rescues, officials say Officials in Georgia announced Friday that 82 suspects were arrested as a result of a four-month-long sting across eight states targeting those who possessed or distributed 'the most violent s*xual abuse material involving infants and toddlers.'

Multistate child exploitation operation bust leads to 82 arrests, 17 rescues, officials say

http://www.fox13news.com/news/multistate-child-exploitation-operation-bust-leads-to-82-arrests-17-rescues-officials-say

Multistate child exploitation operation bust leads to 82 arrests, 17 rescues, officials say Officials in Georgia announced Friday that 82 suspects were arrested as a result of a four-month-long sting across eight states targeting those who possessed or distributed 'the most violent s*xual abuse material involving infants and toddlers.'

CHILD S*X STING GEORGIA: 31 in Georgia arrested in multi-state child exploitation operation

CHILD S*X STING GEORGIA: 31 in Georgia arrested in multi-state child exploitation operation In Georgia, most arrests were of people involved in the possession or distribution of child po*******hy -- some involving infants and toddlers.

CHILD S*X STING GEORGIA: 31 in Georgia arrested in multi-state child exploitation operation

https://www.wsbtv.com/news/local/31-in-georgia-arrested-in-multi-state-child-exploitation-operation/946060439

CHILD S*X STING GEORGIA: 31 in Georgia arrested in multi-state child exploitation operation In Georgia, most arrests were of people involved in the possession or distribution of child po*******hy -- some involving infants and toddlers.

Human Trafficking Expert Angelina Spencer Raises Awareness for 50 NPC Members, Guests at November Luncheon

https://naplespressclub.org/2015/11/human-trafficking-expert-angelina-spencer-raises-awareness-for-50-npc-members-guests-at-november-luncheon/

Human Trafficking Expert Angelina Spencer Raises Awareness for 50 NPC Members, Guests at November Luncheon It was 2003, and Angelina Spencer was doing field research on prostitution when she was a graduate student at George Washington University. Her research took her to the Blue Marlin Club in Costa Ri…

Revealed: how US s*x traffickers recruit jailed women for prostitution

Dottie, we may have a new ministry. Please take a look:

https://www.theguardian.com/global-development/2018/jun/29/revealed-how-us-s*x-traffickers-recruit-jailed-women-for-prostitution-the-trap

Revealed: how US s*x traffickers recruit jailed women for prostitution Guardian investigation finds incarcerated women are groomed by pimps and forced into s*x work once released

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Career opportunity which includes competitive benefits:https://www.seethegirl.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/Survivor-Mentor.pdf

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Wealthy Texas Couple Accused Of Enslaving Young Woman For 16 Years

https://www.huffingtonpost.com/entry/wealthy-texas-couple-accused-of-enslaving-young-woman-for-16-years_us_5ae7868fe4b055fd7fced624?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=__TheMorningEmail__050118&utm_content=__TheMorningEmail__050118+CID_697a9aea56c9cbc9b2e105eec170130e&utm_source=Email%20marketing%20software&utm_term=HuffPost&ncid=newsltushpmgnews__TheMorningEmail__050118

Wealthy Texas Couple Accused Of Enslaving Young Woman For 16 Years One of the suspects is the son of Guinea's first president, CNN reports.

The Amara Legal Center is looking for an executive director. One of our partners was contacted about the position:

Headquartered in Washington, D.C., the Amara Legal Center provides free legal services and policy advocacy on behalf of survivors of human trafficking and others involved in commercial s*x in the DC metro area.

Founded in 2013, the Amara Legal Center has been named by the Catalogue for Philanthropy as "one of the best small charities in the Greater Washington region" and designated by Guidestar as a Platinum Charity.

The Amara Legal Center provided direct legal services in 207 cases in 2017 and is a leader in advocacy on issues related to commercial s*x trafficking and s*x workers’ rights in the DC metro area.

Board Relations: Working closely with the Board Chair and the Board of Directors to foster strong governance of the organization, including facilitating regular board meetings, Providing the Board of Directors with solid information and support in designing and implementing Amara policy decisions,

Additionally you are passionate about social justice issues and driven by a desire to use the law to help people who have traditionally been underserved by the law and government, while at the same time recognizing that our service is only one (key) component to bringing justice to the lives of people who have been affected by exploitation, systemic racism, and/or gender and s*xuality discrimination.

Thanks for taking your time with this. If you feel this would be a better fit for someone you know please pass this message along.

March 1 Newsmakers Luncheon ~ Human S*x Trafficking

https://www.naplespressclub.org/2018/02/march-1-newsmakers-luncheon-human-s*x-trafficking/

March 1 Newsmakers Luncheon ~ Human S*x Trafficking You will be surprised to learn how prevalent human s*x trafficking is in SW Florida. Learn more about investigations, arrests of traffickers, and freeing of those being held captive. Join us for th…

March 1 Newsmakers Luncheon
Human S*x Trafficking

Join us on Thursday, March 1, at 11:30 am for our NPC luncheon at the Tiburon Golf Club.



This month’s newsmaker guests are:

Keith Cramsey is a Special Agent, ICE Homeland Security Investigations and a senior criminal investigator. Now based in Ft. Myers, Cramsey has worked international assignments involved in coordination with foreign law enforcement and other entities in furtherance of transnational criminal investigations combatting perpetrators of child exploitation and human trafficking.

Angelina Spencer is a partner with Empowerment Enterprises, Inc., a Washington, D.C., based research firm that works with non-profits, businesses and special federal agents at the Dept. of Homeland Security Investigations on anti-human trafficking training programs.

Spencer and Cramsey have worked closely with Lee and Collier County law enforcement agencies. They will discuss human trafficking in SW Florida. You will be surprised to learn how prevalent the problem is here. They will talk about investigations, arrests of traffickers, and freeing of those being held captive.


Buffet lunch served. $30 members, $40 guests, $10 students

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Child Labor in Your Chocolate? Check Our Scorecard

Is there Child Labor in your Valentine Chocolate? Check the Chart Here:

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Child Labor in Your Chocolate? Check Our Scorecard Back to the Vote With Your Dollar Toolkit

Stop Human Trafficking - Strip Club U

Very well done, Danny Meyers

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AiE-jXBGF7g

Stop Human Trafficking - Strip Club U Stop Human Trafficking. How to prevent human trafficking in strip clubs . NATIONAL HUMAN TRAFFICKING HOTLINE 1-888-373-7888. www.AceNational.org

How Social Enterprise Made for Freedom Got Started

An empowering enterprise promoting freedom and ethical fashion:

http://madeforfreedom.com/how-we-got-started/

How Social Enterprise Made for Freedom Got Started See how Made for Freedom started in this episode of PBS Startup, highlighting the work of Dawn Manske and her social enterprise.

Preventing Human Trafficking - Strip Club U

Bravo Danny Myers

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=qiN-Q8hEJMc

Preventing Human Trafficking - Strip Club U Human trafficking affects every industry and our Strip Clubs are no exception. Please share this show with everyone. The Ace website is www.AceNational.org. ...