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Soroptimists STOP Sexual Trafficking

Soroptimist is pleased to announce Soroptimists STOP Trafficking, a new public awareness project addressing the trafficking of women and girls for sexual exploitation. This new project will provide information cards about sexual trafficking for participating clubs to distribute in the community. In addition, clubs will work to raise awareness through media and public events. The project has been created in response to overwhelming input from clubs and members indicating a desire for a Soroptimist project that addresses this serious global issue.

The project will launch internationally on Sunday, December 2, 2007, the International Day for the Abolition of Slavery. The launch will begin with a public event at which clubs will distribute specially designed flyers in transportation centers in their area: airports, train stations or bus depots. The event will focus on the public awareness message: "Someone in this transportation center may be here against her will," and will provide an excellent opportunity for public awareness and to gain media exposure.

Participating clubs will be provided with professionally designed cards and flyers; club instructions for the project and launch event; and public awareness materials to ensure the project is a success. The materials are available in all SIA languages. If your club would like to participate or has any questions, visit the Program Resources & Information section or contact siahq@soroptimist.org.