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Since 2006, our Safe Initiative is a global response to child sexual exploitation and trafficking.

We are committed to offering a sanctuary of safety, a journey of restoration, and an empowering toward a new beginning for survivors of sex trafficking and vulnerable youth, both here in the United States and abroad.
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Because of your compassionate care and concern, we've been able to help more than 7,758 girls and children worldwide — the youngest being 4 years old.

Survivor Stories

Stories

Amy

Amy was identified by law enforcement as a teen victim of child sexual abuse and, upon further investigation, being trafficked. At the police department, she was nervous, scared and felt completely alone.

Stories

Jasmine

Jasmine was a 13-year-old girl when she joined our CAP program. She was severely neglected, and child sexual abuse of other family members was already happening in her home, putting her at risk of abuse and being trafficked.

Stories

Alaina

Alaina was 13 when she came into the St. Louis Refuge Home. Our local law enforcement partners had responded to a tip that a young girl was being trafficked. Later that night, Alaina was rescued from a hotel.

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Some Uncomfortable Facts About Trafficking

National Institute of Justice: More than 90% of children who are sexually exploited commercially have been sexually abused in the past.

National Institute of Justice:~76% of transactions for sex with underage girls start on the internet.

National Center for Victims of Crime: 1 in 5 girls, and 1 in 20 boys, are victims of child sexual abuse.

National Center for Victims of Crime: 20% of female children experience Child Sexual Abuse (CSA) in the United States.

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Our Work Internationally

Our international Safe Initiatives operate in East Africa.

We operate two village complexes in East Africa that safely house girls who have been rescued from sex trafficking. While in our care, we help restore these young women and give them the space, love and compassion they need to heal, restore and restart.

Girls Villages, Sebatta & Aleta

  • Girls dorm
    Depending on the location, houses up to 100 girls and their children.
  • Commerce building
    Rentable store space and a vocational school for the girls and community.

Mercy Chapel

A Vocational School for girls in the Red Light District.
  • Sewing
    In this sewing room, young women are mastering the craft of making clothing. These girls are preparing to create clothing to sell in local markets, gaining independence and sustainable livelihoods.
  • Pottery
    Another life-changing initiative at the Girls Village — a pottery program designed to provide both therapy and income opportunities for young women rescued from trafficking. Pottery not only helps the girls heal emotionally but also equip them with skills to support themselves and their children, breaking the cycle of exploitation.
  • Hairdressing
    In the Girls Village Hairdressing Vocational School, young women, like this student learning to braid hair, are transforming their futures.

One way you can support our Safe Initiative is by visiting our partner jewelry and accessory shop, Monarch Jewelry.

“Through these initiatives, YOU help us bring dignity and hope to these girls who so desperately need it. God bless you and all that you do for His Kingdom!”

Pat Bradley

Need Help?

You Can Call, Text or Email

(314) 714-8229
cmalott@crisisaid.org

24 hour National Human Trafficking

Hotline:
+1 (888) 373-7888

Looking For More?

Please use the links below to download more detailed information about our Safe Initiatives.