SAFE HARBOR VISITS SKIPWITH

The United Women in Faith learned a great deal from our January guest speaker from Safe Harbors. The outreach director, Ms. Tyler Wallace, shared the purpose and functions of the mission which fights domestic abuse and human trafficking. In Henrico County, they have served 17,000 clients since opening in 2000. While they do receive some government funding, they rely on donations and volunteers to exist. They support survivors through emergency housing, counseling, independent living skill instruction, financial management skills, job interview practice, assistance with the judicial system, clothing, and any other need that is preventing the victim from independence. Henrico County has prosecuted 152 individuals for charges related to human trafficking. Since sexual trafficking is a $150 billion industry, it continues to increase. Our eyes and hearts were opened by the incredible work of this organization. Our circle donated $150. to Safe Harbors and many supplies that they can use in their four emergency houses.