In sentencing child sex trafficking survivor, Pieper Lewis, on September 13, 2022, Judge David Porter stated, “Ms. Lewis, this is the second chance you asked for. You don’t get a third. Do you understand?” The judge was alluding to his sentencing order that imposed a term of probation in lieu of immediate imprisonment, however the “second chance” […]
The WIN Program: Investing in the Women of Our Community
By Kayla Wolff Growth Strategies Manager: Foundations/Grants/Donors / Shared Hope International Share Hope International’s domestic W.I.N. (Women’s Investment Network) program empowers women who have experienced difficult or traumatic circumstances through professional development and training. For 20-25 hours every week during the nine-month, three-phase program, these women learn basic office procedures and are equipped with skills […]
2022 Trafficking in Persons (TIP) Report
By Paulina Andrews and Emily Tegley 2022 Trafficking in Persons (TIP) Report On July 19, 2022, the U.S. Department of State released the 2022 Trafficking in Persons (TIP) Report. The TIP Report is federally mandated by the Trafficking Victims Protection Act (TVPA). Each year, the TIP Report evaluates global anti-trafficking efforts and ranks countries into three […]
Removing a hurdle on the long road to healing; human trafficking survivors can now seek relief from adverse credit history!
Dr. Marian Hatcher Shared Hope Policy Consultant Ambassador-at-Large, United Nations This writing is immensely important to me, personally and professionally. The heartbeat of accomplishment can be summed up in a quote I admire. “I am a very strong believer in listening and learning from others” – Ruth Bader Ginsburg I can think of no greater […]
Seeds Sown Seven Years Earlier
As Ambassadors of Hope, you and I can likely relate in that we can’t help but get on a soapbox when the topic of vulnerable children is raised. We’re passionate about protecting kids and simply want to equip others with tools to keep their kids safe from predators. Admittedly, as a mom of three little […]
