USA

In 2016, it was estimated that there were about 403,000 victims of human trafficking in the United States. (International Labour Organization)

The United States is both a source and a transit country for trafficking. It is considered one of the top destinations for victims of child trafficking and exploitation. Cases of human trafficking have been reported in all 50 U.S. states.

In America, ZOE is working in the areas of prevention, rescue and restoration. ZOE raises awareness and funds to prevent trafficking through their annual Rescue Walk, student and community programs (like My Gen My Fight) and by providing trafficking awareness training and presentations to schools, churches, social workers, mental health workers, businesses, hotels, and community groups.

ZOE is contracted with Los Angeles County’s Department of Child and Family Services and Department of Probations to provide 24-7 crisis response and victim advocacy services when first responders recover a child from sex trafficking or when children are identified as victims of sex trafficking in Los Angeles County.

ZOE has purchased 50 acres of land in North Los Angeles County and is building a short-term residential therapeutic program (STRTP) for female youth who have been trafficked in Los Angeles. This home will provide holistic care to bring restoration and meet the physical, emotional, social, educational, vocational, and spiritual needs of these survivors.

You can read more about ZOE’s presence in America here or stay connected with their activities here.