WE REACHED OUT TO ASHLEY ANDERSON,
DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR AT THE WELLHOUSE
FOR MORE INFORMATION:
Is human trafficking something that really
happens in the United States, let alone Alabama?
Unfortunately, yes, it is an evil that affects all areas and it is in
Alabama. 40% of human trafficking is in the Southeast. We have
major interstates running through Alabama – I-20, I-65, I-459,
and I-59. Traffickers get around easily along these interstates.
Are there areas in Alabama that are more preva-
lent for human trafficking?
Human trafficking knows no boundaries- it is in all pockets of
our communities. It is not a socio-economic problem but rather
it affects those from affluent areas to poverty-stricken areas and
everything in between. To a trafficker/pimp/handler, the victim
is just a dollar sign, a commodity to be bought and sold.
What can parents, grandparents and caregivers do
to ensure their children are safe?
TO A TRAFFICKER/PIMP/HANDLER,
THE VICTIM IS JUST
A DOLLAR SIGN, A COMMODITY
TO BE BOUGHT AND SOLD
What are some ways to help fight
human trafficking?
• Call The WellHouse at 800-991-9937 to schedule a speaker to
come to your school, small group or business to learn more
about human trafficking. We must raise awareness and help
educate so we can truly put a stop to this evil.
• Tell five people about human trafficking and what this ministry
does to help spread the word.
• Coordinate a donation drive of toiletries and nonperishable
items to help The WellHouse. Donate your time and resources
to the ministry to make an even greater impact. And finally,
but most importantly, pray for those victims who have not yet
found their way to safety at The WellHouse.
Check out www.the-wellhouse.org for more information on
how you can get involved and make a difference in the lives of
human trafficking victims. The WellHouse also has a crisis line
(800-991-0948) which is answered 24/7.
Sadly, the average age of entry into trafficking is 12-14 years
old. Traffickers groom the most vulnerable in our society. It is
important to not only monitor your child’s cell phone and social
media usage, but to make a point to know all of their friends.
Have a conversation with your child about sex education. If you
don’t do it, someone else will.
SAVE THE DATE
Can you tell us more about The WellHouse?
The WellHouse was founded by Tajuan McCarty in 2010 and
welcomed its first victim in 2011. Tajuan, a survivor of human
trafficking, saw the need was great for rescuing and helping to
restore these ladies. With only $33 in her pocket and a cell-
phone, Tajuan founded a non-profit which helps throughout
the entire United States. The WellHouse has rescued victims in
25 states. We want them to see their worth and all the gifts and
graces that God has provided to them. We provide clothing,
healthcare, job and life skills as well as counseling services. We
also provide a social mentor who has advanced to the long-term
program.
2017 FOCUS RALLIES
Break-out sessions will cover the topic of sex
trafficking.
• Tuscaloosa-September 12, 2017
• Talladega-September 20, 2017
• Andalusia-October 11, 2017
For more information,
visit www.thefocusprogram.com
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