Human Trafficking

Human trafficking prevention starts with connection. In recognition of Human Trafficking Prevention Month, Unstoppable You Ministries, Inc., and TFEC’s Fund for Women & Girls is hosting a virtual conversation focused on moving beyond awareness and toward meaningful prevention. This webinar brings together survivors, advocates, law enforcement, and community partners from across South Central PA to explore how stronger relationships and community support can reduce vulnerability and help prevent exploitation before it begins. This webinar is free to attend and made possible by the support of TFEC’s Fund for Women & Girls, Highmark Wholecare, WellSpan Health, and Unstoppable You Ministries.

Human Trafficking Awareness Workshop (Documentary and Dialogue). Join UYM and Presbyterian Church of Toms River for this human trafficking awareness event.

UYM and the York County Safety Collab has teamed up to host an empowering and educational community event with survivors and advocates. On Saturday, June 27th, Unstoppable You Ministries, Inc., in collaboration with the York County Safety Collab, presents the second annual Anti-Trafficking Safety Summit: Your Safe Place is Here. This powerful summit is dedicated to raising awareness, providing resources and fostering a safe space for survivors of human trafficking in Central Pennsylvania. This community event designed to strengthen safety, prevention, and hope for youth, families, and those who serve them. According to U.S. data provided by the National Human Trafficking Hotline, in 2024 Pennsylvania ranked 11th for the highest number of reported cases (this is down from 9th highest in the year prior). Human trafficking is the world’s fastest growing criminal enterprise, valued to be an estimated $32 billion-a-year global industry, according to a Department of Justice report on Feb 21, 2025. This year’s Summit is survivor‑led, featuring powerful keynote voices and trauma‑informed breakout sessions facilitated by advocates, therapists, and community partners. Keynote Speakers: Cassie Smith Justice Maddox Elijah Muhammad Breakout group speakers: Amy Rich Rebekka Matthews Deford Davis Date: Saturday, June 27, 2025 Location: Logos Academy, 255 West King Street, York, PA 17401. Time:10 a.m. to 2 p.m. (Doors open at 9 a.m.) Breakfast and lunch provided. The event is FREE and open to the public. (All ages.) Free on-site parking is also available. To register: Go to www.unstoppableyouministriesinc.org Together, we will explore practical tools for prevention, online safety, healing‑centered care, and collaborative solutions for our region.Free admission. Join us as we learn, connect, and build a safer York County and beyond, one informed, empowered community at a time.

Join UYM, Come As U R Ministries, and several community supporters for this human trafficking awareness event in Somerset, PA. Join us for a Human Trafficking Awareness Seminar on Saturday, August 1, 2026, from 10 am – 2:00 pm at the Somerset Church of God (1020 W MAIN ST, SOMERSET, PA 15501). This event is FREE to the public (12yrs to adults). Human trafficking is a public health issue and an epidemic that affects everyone, whether directly or indirectly. That’s why Unstoppable You Ministries, in collaboration with Come As U R Ministries and the Somerset Church of God, are humbled to host a screening of the documentary, Blind Eyes Opened: The Truth About Sex Trafficking In America. Blind Eyes Opened features the stories of six courageous women who were trafficked in America. Their accounts expose the reality that sex trafficking is happening in the United States. This should cause us to pause and think about our own communities. While their experiences are difficult to hear, their testimonies are full of hope. This documentary is rated PG-13. After the documentary, we will have an open dialogue to further bring the community together with local resources. Guest Panelists Justice Maddox – Justice House of Hope Inc. Cassie Smith – Brave the Darkness Resource Vendors Unstoppable You Ministries Justice House of Hope Inc. Brave the Darkness Come As U R Ministries Breakfast and lunch refreshments will be provided. For questions: Unstoppable You Ministries, Inc. Email: info@unstoppableyouministriesinc.org/Phone: 1-833-330-7867

Join UYM, Sparrow Place, Praise Community Church, and several community supporters for this human trafficking awareness event in York, PA. Join us for a Human Trafficking Awareness Seminar on Saturday, August 29, 2026 from 10am – 2:00pm at the Praise Community Church (705 South Ogontz Street, York, PA 17403). This event is FREE to the public (12yrs to adults). Human trafficking is a public health issue and an epidemic that affects everyone, whether directly or indirectly. That’s why Unstoppable You Ministries in collaboration with Sparrow Place and the Praise Community Church, are humbled to host a screening of the documentary, Blind Eyes Opened: The Truth About Sex Trafficking In America. Blind Eyes Opened features the stories of six courageous women who were trafficked in America. Their accounts expose the reality that sex trafficking is happening in the United States. This should cause us to pause and think about our own communities. While their experiences are difficult to hear, their testimonies are full of hope. This documentary is rated PG-13. After the documentary, we will have an open dialogue to further bring the community together with local resources. Guest Panelists Justice Maddox – Justice House of Hope Inc. Cassie Smith – Brave the Darkness Carmen Joseph Resource Vendors Unstoppable You Ministries Justice House of Hope Inc. Brave the Darkness Sparrow Place Breakfast and lunch refreshments will be provided. For questions: Unstoppable You Ministries, Inc. Email: info@unstoppableyouministriesinc.org/Phone: 1-833-330-7867