“Nothing happens just because we are aware of modern-day slavery, but nothing will ever happen until we are.” Gary Haugen – CEO, International Justice Mission We just wrapped up January which was Human Trafficking Awareness Month. But as we step into this new month it’s important to remember that advocacy is not a one-time donation but ratherContinue reading “Shining a Light on Slavery”
Author Archives: Next Step
Donations Needs
There are two types of people in the world: those that love to move and those that do not. Either the thought of packing your life into labelled boxes, relocating across the city (or country) and then getting to settle into a whole new place totally excites you, or it stresses you out. Personally –Continue reading “Donations Needs”
Ride for Refuge
When you look at the scope of sexual exploitation in the world and our cities, it can seem pretty overwhelming. One of the biggest things that prevent people from taking action is that they feel like they can’t make a difference. However, the truth is that you don’t have to be raiding brothels to makeContinue reading “Ride for Refuge”
Erasing the Past
Author: Katherina Toews I want you to imagine the worst day of your life. Do you have it in mind yet? It’s a hard thing to do because as humans we’re wired to forget the most painful parts of our lives because we don’t like to experience pain. Now I want you to imagine forContinue reading “Erasing the Past”
World Day Against Trafficking in Persons
The women that we work with at Next Step Ministries are more often victims of sexual exploitation rather than victims of human trafficking. There is an undeniable connection between the rise of sexual exploitation and the increase in human trafficking. Which is why we have written this post for you today, on World Day AgainstContinue reading “World Day Against Trafficking in Persons”