Empower
Educate
Advocate
Our Mission
At Bianca’s Haven, we passionately stand united against the scourge of human trafficking. As a dedicated 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, our mission is to be a beacon of hope and healing for survivors, championing their journey toward a brighter tomorrow.
We strive to break the chains of exploitation through a multifaceted approach. Education is our catalyst for change, empowering individuals with knowledge to prevent trafficking and fostering understanding within communities. Through impactful public awareness campaigns, we aim to shed light on the shadows of this issue, rallying support for a world free from exploitation.
Advocacy is at the core of our efforts, as we work tirelessly to shape policies that protect the vulnerable and hold perpetrators accountable. Our commitment extends to support, providing a lifeline for those who have faced the unimaginable. We believe in rebuilding lives, restoring dignity, and nurturing resilience.
None of this is possible without your support. Our fundraising initiatives are the heartbeat of our mission, fueling our programs and initiatives to create a lasting impact. Join us in the fight for a world where every individual is free from the chains of trafficking, and together, let’s build a haven of hope and healing.
Foundation Goals
To combat human trafficking through fundraising efforts to support education, public awareness, advocacy, and rehabilitation for those who have been targets of human trafficking.
Combatting Human Trafficking
Fundraising efforts to support education, public awareness, and advocacy for human trafficking victims
Funding Allocation
Identify agencies for funding to support awareness, prevention, education, and rehabilitation efforts related to human trafficking
Fundraising Events
Plan, coordinate, and implement fundraising events to expand awareness and prevent human trafficking
Committee Participation
Participate on committees to review and make recommendations for existing programs and services aimed at preventing and rehabilitating victims.
Resource Support
Support initiatives providing informational and resource materials to assist victims in accessing available programs and services
Training Opportunities
Identify opportunities to coordinate training with law enforcement, judicial departments, social service agencies, healthcare organizations, educational institutions, and other relevant entities
Fundraising Initiatives
Develop fundraising initiatives specifically aimed at combating human trafficking
Grant Application
Apply for grants to support education initiatives
Funds Distribution Process
Implement, in conjunction with the Board of Directors, a process for distributing funds to agencies
According to the National Human Trafficking Hotline in 2021:
In Michigan
calls to the hotline
were from victims or survivors of human trafficking
Cases
multiple victims
Nationally
cases of human trafficking
identified victims
Human Trafficking
Human Trafficking is often referred to as modern day slavery. It is a multi-billion-dollar criminal industry that denies freedom and Civil Rights to over 20 million people around the world. Traffickers use violence, threats, deception, debt, and other manipulative tactics to force people to engage in sex or to provide labor or services against their will. Human trafficking affects every community in the United States and spans across age, gender, race, ethnicity, and socio-economic status. Human Trafficking effects females and girls, but males, and boys may also be victims.
Human trafficking is a significant public health problem and is the fastest growing and second largest criminal industry in the world. In the past eight years, approximately 31,600 cases of human trafficking have been reported. Between 100,000 and 300,000 American children are at risk of being trafficked. It is important to note Michigan has the 11th highest call volume to the National Human Trafficking Hotline.
There are two types of trafficking: sex and labor.
Human trafficking is not smuggling. Smuggling occurs across borders; human trafficking is exploitative and can occur without transporting victims across state or international borders.
• Labor trafficking is forcing individuals to work involuntarily and is the most common form of trafficking in the United States.
Types of labor trafficking:
• Debt bondage- an individual is forced to work to pay off a debt or loan which can never actually be paid off because the wages are so low.
• Force labor- the most common form is ‘cash-in-hand’ transactions such as housekeeping, carnivals, farming, construction, and other jobs where workers are expecting a cash payment.
• Indentured servitude- paying for one’s passage to America by working for no money.
Who are the
victims of human trafficking?
Victims can be of any age, gender, or nationality. Victims do not have a choice, there is no consent. Many victims are lured with false promises of financial or emotional security. Children who frequently run away from home and other vulnerable youth are at higher risk of being trafficked.
It is important to note that human trafficking remains under reported, which means that offenders are not being prosecuted.
NEED HELP
In case of emergency – call 911
800-231-1127
Call or text the Common Ground Resource & Crisis Hotline
888-373-7888
Call the National Human Trafficking Hotline
BEFREE (233733)
Text “INFO” or “HELP”
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Our Story
Welcome to Bianca’s Haven, a compassionate refuge committed to fostering safety and empowering survivors of human trafficking. Named after my daughter, our nonprofit, led by a seasoned registered nurse, aims to break the cycle of domestic violence, abuse, and victimization. Having witnessed the impact on self-esteem, I’m dedicated to providing a fresh start and amplifying the voices of those who feel unheard.
In the wake of the devastating loss of two family members to domestic violence, our commitment to this cause has deepened. We strive to not only address the immediate aftermath but also promote a healthy quality of life for survivors on their journey to healing. Despite my advocacy efforts, recent losses emphasize the urgency of our mission.
Join us in building a community where every voice matters, and together, we can eliminate the devastating effects of human trafficking. When some say, “that’s not a problem here,” it fuels our determination, signaling that more work needs to be done to dispel misconceptions and create a safer, more informed community. Together, let’s make a lasting impact.