My name is Robin. I was born in Portland, OR but grew up my whole life across the river, in Vancouver, WA. I was fortunate enough to be raised in a home where I could feel safe and know I was loved. My mother took me to Sunday school and taught me the love of […]
The Justice Conference 2013 – Defenders’ Theology
5,000 people. 5,000 people is about how many people showed up to the Justice Conference on February 22nd and 23rd in Philadelphia, PA. Almost 10,000 if you include all of the simulcast locations. If you don’t know about the Justice Conference, it is an annual international conference held every year where people gather together and discuss […]
Defenders Guest Post: Stop Traffick Fashion
Guest Blog Post by Melissa Wuske “I have found great freedom. I want to give God thanks. He has given me good things—health, peace, a good husband, a good family.” —Ashoka, survivor of the sex trade in Kolkata, India At Stop Traffick Fashion, we’re all about women around the world like Ashoka. Started in 2009, […]
Defenders’ Stories: Trong’s Journey
Guest post by Trong Hong I have chosen to be a Defender of children today because of my childhood experience. When I was only 9, I was placed on a life boat by my parents, trying to save me from all the horrors of abuse by the Vietnamese government at that time. After many treacherous days […]
4 Ways to Fight Sex Trafficking
Anyone can join the fight against domestic minor sex trafficking. Here are 4 simple ways you can take action today. Share them with your friends, family, and coworkers. Let’s each do our part and together end demand for sex trafficking. 1. Write a letter to your local media editor or congressional representative, to inform them […]