SEPTEMPER 29 - 9 AM
Race for Freedom
A 5K to Raise Awareness for Human Trafficking
WHEN /
SEPTEMBER 29, 2018 - 9 AM,
2018
WHERE /
Indian Park
104 Park Rd, Montoursville, PA 17754
ABOUT THE EVENT /
Join us and many others in our race against human trafficking. The race will benefit Transitions of PA and The YWCA of Northcentral PA.
What is human trafficking?
Human trafficking is defined as "a form of modern day slavery in which traffickers use force, fraud, or coercion to control victims for the purpose of engaging in commercial sex acts or labor services against his/her will." It can happen to anyone. No matter race, age, or gender.
1 OUT OF 236 PEOPLE
are victims of human trafficking in the United States.
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How does it affect me?
In 2017 alone there were
199 CASES
of human trafficking reported in Pennsylvania.
Human trafficking is NOT just a foreign issue, it is happening in our own backyard. Williamsport has been deemed a “hotspot” for human trafficking according to a recent article on PA Homepage.
Lycoming County has also been described as a "hub county" for human trafficking, says another article from the Sun Gazette.
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https://humantraffickinghotline.org/state/pennsylvania
http://www.pahomepage.com/news/i-team-hot-spot-for-sex-trafficking/595110042
how can i help?
RUN, WALK, OR SUPPORT OUR RACE!
Funds will be going to local organizations that directly fight against this epidemic.
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Know your local resources
Local or state police, Transitions of PA, YWCA Northcentral PA, Oasis of Hope, PA Coalition Against Rape (PCAR)
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Speak up
If you see suspicious activity that you think could be human trafficking, report it to your local police or call
1-866-347-2423