Fifth Annual Fundraising Screening of “Ghosts of Goldfield” Returns to The Space Thursday, October 28 UNSHAKEABLE is thriving at five! The Las Vegas-based nonprofit is celebrating five years of guiding women recovering from trauma, including human trafficking, substance addiction, domestic violence and homelessness, to return to the workforce and achieve financial … [Read more...] about UNSHAKEABLE Celebrates Five Years of Providing Career Development and Empowerment to Women Recovering from Trauma
Human trafficking
Mayor March and Refuge for Women Ribbon Cutting
Refuge For Women, which opened in November 2015, celebrated a five-year milestone of serving the Las Vegas community. The national faith-based organization provides a residential healing and recovery program for survivors of trafficking and sexual exploitation to receive safe housing, counseling, life and work skills development. The non-profit hosted the ceremonious … [Read more...] about Mayor March and Refuge for Women Ribbon Cutting
Refuge for Women Las Vegas Celebrates 5 Years in Vegas and Hosts Ceremonious Program and Ribbon Cutting with Henderson Mayor, Debra March, at The Crossing Church, June 29
Non-Profit Provides Place of Escape for Sexually Exploited Women Refuge For Women, which opened in November 2015, is celebrating a five-year milestone of serving the Las Vegas community. The national faith-based organization provides a residential healing and recovery program for survivors of trafficking and sexual exploitation to receive safe housing, counseling, … [Read more...] about Refuge for Women Las Vegas Celebrates 5 Years in Vegas and Hosts Ceremonious Program and Ribbon Cutting with Henderson Mayor, Debra March, at The Crossing Church, June 29
Refuge For Women Las Vegas Celebrates 5 Years in Vegas and Hosts Ceremonious Program at the Crossing Church, June 29
Non-Profit Provides Place of Escape for Sexually Exploited Women Refuge For Women, which opened in November 2015, is celebrating a five-year milestone of serving the Las Vegas community. The national faith-based organization provides a residential healing and recovery program for survivors of trafficking and sexual exploitation to receive safe housing, counseling, life and … [Read more...] about Refuge For Women Las Vegas Celebrates 5 Years in Vegas and Hosts Ceremonious Program at the Crossing Church, June 29
Justice Miriam Shearing Commits $1 Million to St. Jude’s Ranch for Children’s Healing Center
Continuing her legacy of justice, retired Justice Miriam Shearing has donated $1 million to St. Jude’s Ranch for Children’s Healing Center for child victims of sex trafficking who, today, have limited options for help. In honor of her donation, the Healing Center campus will include the “Shearing Garden” which will be a safe and tranquil place for restoration and … [Read more...] about Justice Miriam Shearing Commits $1 Million to St. Jude’s Ranch for Children’s Healing Center
City Of Las Vegas Department Of Public Safety Pledges To Advance Women In Law Enforcement
National 30x30 Pledge Aims To Bring More Women Into Law Enforcement To Improve Public Safety, Community Outcome And Trust The city of Las Vegas Department of Public Safety has signed on to the 30x30 Pledge – a series of low- and no-cost actions law enforcement agencies can take to improve the representation and experiences of women in law enforcement. The activities help … [Read more...] about City Of Las Vegas Department Of Public Safety Pledges To Advance Women In Law Enforcement
City Of Las Vegas Hosts Black History Month Events
The city of Las Vegas invites the community to celebrate Black History Month with a variety of events in February. Most of this year’s events will be virtual and those that are not will follow all safety guidelines, including social distancing and the wearing of face-coverings. African-American Heritage Exhibition Through April 14, 2021Monday-Thursday, 7 a.m. – 5:30 … [Read more...] about City Of Las Vegas Hosts Black History Month Events
The Mob Museum to Hold January Community Safety Forum on Human Trafficking Prevention on Sunday, Jan. 10
In recognition of National Human Trafficking Awareness Month, Erin Kauffman, program coordinator of SEEDS of Hope, will appear in-person to discuss recent efforts to combat human trafficking in Las Vegas. A Justice Department study identified Las Vegas as one of 17 U.S. cities most likely to be a destination for human trafficking victims. SEEDS, which stands for Saving, … [Read more...] about The Mob Museum to Hold January Community Safety Forum on Human Trafficking Prevention on Sunday, Jan. 10
U.S. Attorney’s Office And FBI Announce Federal Charges and Arrests In December 2020 Human Trafficking Takedown
U.S. Attorney Nicholas A. Trutanich and Special Agent in Charge Aaron C. Rouse of the FBI announced today a federal human trafficking takedown in the District of Nevada. With this takedown, the District of Nevada closes out 2020 having filed more human trafficking cases than in any previous year. Human trafficking — a crime that involves the use of force, fraud, or coercion … [Read more...] about U.S. Attorney’s Office And FBI Announce Federal Charges and Arrests In December 2020 Human Trafficking Takedown
St. Jude’s Ranch for Children Begins Healing Center Project for Child Victims of Sex Trafficking with Soil Survey Donated for $1
St. Jude’s Ranch for Children kicked-off the initial stages of its Healing Center construction project to provide safe therapeutic homes for child victims of sex trafficking. The non-profit organization has selected Grand Canyon Development Partners, EV&A Architects, and Taney Engineering to move forward on the design and development of the Healing Center, the first of its … [Read more...] about St. Jude’s Ranch for Children Begins Healing Center Project for Child Victims of Sex Trafficking with Soil Survey Donated for $1