National Runaway Safeline

Today is World Day Against Trafficking in Persons.

We focus on the most vulnerable: children affected by trafficking.

Everyone plays a role in saying no to child trafficking.

We urge authorities, the public, private sector, and NGOs to join to

Child trafficking infiltrates sports, destroying young athletes’ dreams.

Traffickers promise professional careers, but instead deliver abuse and exploitation.

We must raise awareness among families, communities, and sports organizations to protect young talent.

From our friends U.S. Department of Homeland Security Blue Campaign :

"The U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s (DHS) Blue Campaign invites the public to attend an upcoming webinar in recognition of World Day Against Trafficking in Persons (WDATIP) on July 30, 2024. Experts from the Blue Campaign will share insights on how to best recognize and report potential human trafficking, and how you can get involved in raising awareness within your communities.

During the webinar, you will gain essential insights into:

- What human trafficking is
- Myths and misconceptions about human trafficking
- Indicators of potential human trafficking situations and traffickers
- Resources available to help boost awareness efforts in your communities"

Register here: https://dcgcommunications.webex.com/webappng/sites/dcgcommunications/meeting/register/5f56e157dc5a4762966cf54603c88b5a?ticket=4832534b000000077d0057ab65bc30671891495bc1f5b256714aa0bf2c568725d86caa5a82054e4c×tamp=1721833437104&RGID=rfd9237b0be5a3f6c15869db1bda7edb1

Cyberspace can be a dangerous playground for children who access it without proper safeguards.

Traffickers misuse them to expand their trafficking networks.

Prioritizing online safety is crucial to protect children.

Our crisis services team is always available. No time of day or night is off limits. If you need someone to talk to about your teen, our hotline and text line are available 24/7 at 1-800-RUNAWAY (786-2929). Whether you're in crisis or just need someone to listen, National Runaway Safeline team members are here to help. Reach out anytime. No pressure. No judgement. Just support.

We are so close to our goal! If just 10 people donate $40 each, we will reach our $5,000 target and unlock the full matching gift. Every contribution, no matter the size, brings us closer to providing the vital support our youth need. Let’s rally together in these final hours to ensure no call for help goes unanswered.

https://nationalrunawaysafeline.org/donate

Imagine a young person in crisis, reaching out for help, and no one being there to answer. This is why your donation is so critical. Every dollar ensures the National Runaway Safeline is available 24/7, providing essential support and hope. Without adequate funding, the lights could go out, leaving youth and families without a lifeline when they need it most. By donating today, you can ensure we are there to answer the call.

Thank you for making a difference.

https://nationalrunawaysafeline.org/donate

You have an incredible opportunity to make a big impact on the lives of vulnerable youth throughout the country! A generous anonymous donor has pledged to match every dollar we raise, up to $5,000, within the next 24 hours. This means your donation will go twice as far to help youth in crisis.

Every day, young people turn to the National Runaway Safeline for critical services, including crisis intervention, resources, and support. We hear firsthand about their mental health challenges, the dangers they face on the streets, their struggles with parents who refuse to accept and validate who they are, and more.

We have 24 hours to reach this goal and double our impact. Let’s seize this moment and make every dollar count!

https://nationalrunawaysafeline.org/donate

Are you looking for ways to support a young person in need? Whether a young person in your life is experiencing homelessness, considering leaving home, or facing mental health challenges, we want to help you and the people you care about. National Runaway Safeline offers guidance and tips to help concerned adults support the young people in their lives through tough situations. To learn more, visit our website at
1800RUNAWAY.org/CONCERNED-ADULTS

Curious about state-level homelessness criminalization and its impact on your community? Discover the powerful threat tracker by ! This tool follows anti-homeless laws, and empowerings communities to take action. We hope that you will this tool to write your local representatives about what is often template-legislature that propoes short-term carceral responses and punitive measures that fail to address the root causes of homelessness.

Use this tool to let your local representatives know that your community deserves thoughtful solutions, not one-size-fits-all legislation that ignores the real needs of its people.

https://housingnothandcuffs.org/emergent-threats-homelessness-criminalization/

The National Runaway Safeline is here, no matter what. No pressure. No judgement. Just support.

National Runaway Safeline - Reasons to Ask For Help This is the official YouTube channel for the nonprofit National Runaway Safeline (NRS). NRS provides crisis intervention services to young people and their f...

In a significant ruling, the Supreme Court has empowered cities to enforce anti-camping and vagrancy laws, marking a shift in the approach to homelessness. By a 6-3 vote in City of Grants Pass v. Johnson, the court sided with enforcement-first strategies despite evidence favoring housing-first approaches. This decision reignites debates about the most effective ways to address homelessness, with advocates pointing to successful housing-first models in Houston and Atlanta. The ruling has profound implications, especially as the U.S. faces rising homelessness rates.

🔗 Read the full article to understand the impact: https://time.com/6995060/

Did you know the "Let's Talk" podcast has several episodes featuring young people with visible and invisible disabilities? Hear them bravely share their stories, and insights on the barriers facing young people who are experiencing homelessness.

Add these episodes to your podcast queue:

Season 5, Episode 3 - Invisible Disabilities
Season 1, Episode 5 - Diagnosis, Disability and the College Experience
Season 1, Episode 3 - Homelessness, Disability & Discrimination



Listen here: https://1800RUNAWAY.org/podcast

How does your organization show up for youth in your community? We want to hear all about it! We encourage organizations to keep us updated about their programs and services! Use our convenient online form to get updated today!

https://1800RUNAWAY.org/database

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If a young person needs help but isn't in a safe place, or if they simply don't feel like talking, they can text the National Runaway Safeline any time! We are real people who are compassionate about their safety, and we're available 24/7 at 1-800-786-2929 to text about the things keeping them up at night.

The Supreme Court's ruling on the City of Grants Pass, Oregon v. Johnson case makes it easier to fine, ticket, or even arrest people living unsheltered. This decision affects the over 4.2 million of youth and young adults who will experience homelessness this year.

If you care about protecting the dignity, rights, and safety of these individuals, now is the time to TAKE ACTION! Contact your elected officials and advocate for safe, secure, and affordable housing for all.

Use the tool below to easily reach out to your representatives with a ready-made message template: https://invisiblepeople.tv/talk-to-your-legislators/ #/3

In a decision that is a major setback for people experiencing homelessness, today has ruled 6-3 that a small Oregon town can arrest and ticket unhoused people for sleeping in public spaces, even when there are no adequate shelters options available. This ruling unfairly punishes unhoused people, including the millions of youth and young adults who are experiencing homelessness.

This decision will have a wide-reaching and profound impact on some of the most vulnerable populations in our communities. And we believe it to be a fundamental attack on the dignity and rights of those most in need.

Make your voice heard! Use this moment to contact your elected official and let’s work to ensure everyone has access to safe, secure, and affordable housing.

The National Low Income Housing Coalition’s advocacy toolkit includes resources that will be helpful to advocates, such as talking points and information on needed long-term solutions, including federal legislation.
https://nlihc.org/sites/default/files/SCOTUS_Grants-Pass-V-Johnson_Advocacy-Toolkit.pdf

Several factors contribute to the high risk for violence experienced by trans and GNC folks. Ending this epidemic requires addressing and eliminating anti-transgender stigma and discrimination across all facets of society and embracing people of all genders for who they are.

This report by HRC helps highlight this national emergency for the transgender community in the United States.

https://reports.hrc.org/an-epidemic-of-violence-2023