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Shame Must Change Sides: Protecting Children from Criminalization
Rev. Dr. Marian Hatcher Shared Hope Policy Consultant Once again, I find myself writing about the non-criminalization of minors. It’s unfortunate that survivor leaders and advocates must continue in firm support of not...
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From a High School Paper to State Law: The Story Behind Today’s Win
Today, Virginia became the 33rd jurisdiction in the United States to pass Safe Harbor protections—ensuring children who are exploited are treated as victims, not criminals. At the same time, the state expanded...
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Social Media Liability: How to Protect Children from a New Avenue of Exploitation
A post collectively written by the Shared Hope staff: Social media, now more than ever before, has become a constant in young adolescents lives. According to one study conducted in 2025, nearly...
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The Faith in Action Kit Opens Doors
As an Ambassador for Shared Hope International in the Bay Area of California, I have found that those most interested in having awareness presentations are church groups, so the Faith in Action Kits resonates...
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Washington Must Hold Sex Buyers Accountable to Stop Trafficking
Pass HB 2526 By Linda Smith Founder and President, Shared Hope International Former U.S. Congresswoman, Washington’s 3rd District One to two children every week. That’s how many Seattle Police pull from...
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