Human Trafficking Awareness Event - #Wear Blue

Description

A rare community conversation on human trafficking with SJSO, Arize Together, Rethreaded and Her Song, a Tim Tebow Foundation ministry. Human trafficking is a hidden crisis affecting communities across Northeast Florida and beyond. In recognition of National Human Trafficking Awareness Month and #WearBlueDay, the link is hosting an evening focused on education, awareness and meaningful community dialogue. This event brings together leaders from law enforcement and survivor-centered organizations, including the St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office, Arize Together, Rethreaded and Her Song, a ministry of the Tim Tebow Foundation. Together, they will share insight into prevention, survivor support and how communities can better recognize and respond to trafficking. This is a rare opportunity to hear directly from professionals working on the front lines in a single public forum. The event is free and open to the public, and attendees are encouraged to #WearBlue in solidarity with survivors. ORGANIZER INFO Hosted by: the link Contact: info@thelink.zone Website: https://www.thelink.zone ABOUT THE ORGANIZATIONS St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office Committed to protecting the community through proactive law enforcement and education. https://www.sjso.org Arize Together Focused on prevention, education and advocacy to combat human trafficking. https://www.arizetogether.org Rethreaded Providing survivors with sustainable employment and a pathway to long-term freedom. https://www.rethreaded.com Her Song A ministry of the Tim Tebow Foundation, Her Song provides comprehensive care and safe housing for survivors of human trafficking. https://www.hersong.org https://www.timtebowfoundation.org Agenda 6:00 PM - 6:30 PM #WearBlue Social Kick off the evening by connecting with fellow attendees, community leaders and partner organizations. Guests are encouraged to wear blue in recognition of National Human Trafficking Awareness Month and #WearBlueDay. 6:30 PM - 7:00 PM Speaker Presentations Hear brief, focused presentations from organizations working directly in prevention, survivor advocacy and recovery. These talks will provide context, real-world insight and an overview of how human trafficking impacts our region. 7:00 PM - 7:30 PM Panel Discussion Leaders from law enforcement and survivor-centered organizations will come together for a moderated discussion on trafficking awareness, community response and collaboration. This panel brings diverse perspectives into a single, unified conversation. 7:30 PM Sheriff Hardwick + Q&A St. Johns County Sheriff Robert Hardwick will share law enforcement insight on human trafficking, followed by an audience Q&A. Attendees will have the opportunity to ask informed questions and engage directly in the discussion. Free Event