Our Partners

Freedom 8848 has identified 3 pillars in the fight against sex trafficking: Prevention, Rescue, and Restoration.

We have chosen to support the following organizations who do their work in these areas.

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International Justice Mission

International Justice Mission (IJM) is a global organization that protects people in poverty from violence. We partner with local authorities and justice systems in 33 program offices across 19 countries to build safe communities where all are protected from trafficking and slavery, violence against women and children, and police abuse of power. We aim to cut violence by 85% across 25 nations by 2030. Together, we strengthen justice systems to respond to violence and create lasting safety. Until All Are Free.

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HER – Healing – Exit – Restoration

Serving those caught in the sex trade, exploited, at risk of or currently being traffiked.  Our mission is to create trusting relationships and restore purpose in HER life.  A boots to the ground, hands on approach to reaching, supporting and ultimately walking alongside women in their journey to freedom.  We know each of these women and their stories personally.  Relationships are the bridge to restoration.

Ally Global Foundation

Ally Global Foundation is a Canadian charity dedicated to protecting children from sex traffi cking and exploitation. When sex traffi cking and exploitation try to take childhood away, we rally everyone and everything needed to protect it. We create community-led solutions in partnership with expert local leaders, tailored to each country’s unique context.

Frequently asked questions about sex trafficking

What is the definition of Human Trafficking?

Public Safety Canada defines human trafficking as “the recruitment, transportation, harbouring and/or exercising control, direction or influence over the movements of a person in order to exploit that person, typically through sexual exploitation or forced labour. It is often described as a modern form of slavery.”

How do I learn more?

Browse the other information pages on this website (Resources, Videos, News, Podcasts) and visit our Partners’ websites linked above. 

Is this a problem in my city?

YES,

A City of Calgary study estimated that there are 3000 women working in prostitution in Calgary.

Where do the fundraising dollars go?

Your support ensures that the agencies we have carefully chosen have the financial resources available to prevent, rescue and restore victims of sex trafficking.

Someone I know might be at risk. What should I do?

The worst thing you can do is ignore the signs.  Call the Canadian Human Trafficking Hotline and they will assist you with confidential, multilingual service, operating 24/7.

Call 1-833-900-1010 or submit an anonymous tip @
https://www.canadianhumantraffickinghotline.ca/