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“The archdiocese covers 4,758 square miles in southeast Wisconsin and includes the following counties: Dodge, Fond du Lac, Kenosha, Milwaukee, Ozaukee, Racine, Sheboygan, Walworth, Washington and Waukesha.”
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| Human Trafficking Resource Website www.doj.state.wi.us/cvs/trafficking.asp
Office of Crime Victim Services (DOJ-OCVS)
www.doj.state.wi.us/cvs
Division of Criminal Investigation (DOJ-DCI)
www.doj.state.wi.us/dci/tech
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“In Fiscal Year 2007, the FBI launched a total of 119 human trafficking investigations, made 155 arrests, and filed 63 complaints. Ninety-one information/indictments were filed in our human trafficking cases, and our investigative efforts resulted in 57 convictions.”
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“Franciscan Peacemakers’ Street Ministry started as the dream of two Franciscan Capuchin priests in 1995. Fr. Robert Wheelock, OFM Cap., and Fr. Michael Sullivan, OFM Cap., saw escalating violence in the city of Milwaukee. The words of St. Francis called them to start doing what was necessary.”
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“Free the Slaves liberates slaves around the world, helps them rebuild their lives and researches real world solutions to eradicate slavery forever. We use world class research and compelling stories from the frontlines of slavery to convince the powerful and the powerless that we can end slavery.”
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“Heartland Alliance’s National Immigrant Justice Center (NIJC) is dedicated to ensuring human rights protections and access to justice for all immigrants, refugees and asylum seekers.”
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“Hope Investors Inc. is a non profit organization based in Milwaukee, WI. We are fueled by spreading the love of Jesus to victims of human trafficking (HT) and sex slavery (SS) by raising awareness of these issues.”
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“The purpose of this Web site is to bring Government and NGOs in the East Asia and Pacific together to cooperate and learn from each other’s experiences in their efforts to combat human trafficking. This Web site has country-specific information such as national laws and action plans and contact information on useful governmental agencies. It also has a description of NGO activities in different countries and their contact information.”
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“The National MultiCultural Institute works with individuals, organizations and communities in creating a society that is strengthened and empowered by its diversity. Fighting human trafficking is one of NMCI’s major goals.”
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“The Institute is one of only four social service agencies that resettle refugees in Wisconsin, both individuals who have a relative who have petitioned for them and those who have no family ties to anyone in Wisconsin. The resettlement process involves assisting the individual with their housing, employment, medical, transportation, and educational needs. The Institute works cooperatively with the US Committee for Refugees and Immigrants who advocates on behalf of uprooted people regardless of their nationality, race, religion, ideology, or social group.”
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| “The Not For Sale Campaign equips and mobilizes Smart Activists to deploy innovative solutions to re-abolish slavery in their own backyards and across the globe.
Together, we can end slavery in our lifetime.”
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“As the State Administering Agency for federal justice and homeland security grant funds, the Wisconsin Office of Justice Assistance develops statewide strategies, determines funding priorities, and advises Governor Doyle on public safety and domestic preparedness policy.”
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“For over 35 years, Pathfinders has helped those we serve to take charge of their lives, connect to others, and contribute to the community. Our programs are designed to protect children, strengthen individuals and families, and improve the emotional and mental health of our neighbors struggling with difficult challenges.”
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“Polaris Project’s vision is for a world without slavery. Named after the North Star that guided slaves towards freedom along the Underground Railroad, Polaris Project has been providing a comprehensive approach to combating human trafficking and modern-day slavery since 2002.”
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“Under the Trafficking Victims Protection Act of 2000 (TVPA) the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is designated as the agency responsible for helping victims of human trafficking become eligible to receive benefits and services so they may rebuild their lives safely in the U.S. As part of this effort, HHS has initiated the Rescue & Restore Victims of Human Trafficking campaign to help identify and assist victims of human trafficking in the United States.”
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“SlaveFree Madison (affiliated with Zonta Club of Madison) is a Madison area coalition that raises awareness about local and global human trafficking and motivates the community towards actions to eliminate it.”
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“As our society becomes better educated about this cruel, dehumanizing and devastating problem, it’s becoming clear that — directly and indirectly — we are all affected. And while few things in life are more complex than domestic violence, when it comes to helping a victim, a few simple guidelines can make all the difference. Here, in a nutshell, is what you should — and shouldn’t — do to help.”
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| “UMOS is a private, non-profit corporation established in 1965 to advocate for and provide services to Hispanic migrant and seasonal farm workers in Wisconsin.
Today, UMOS offers diverse programs and services to diverse populations. UMOS’ mission is to provide programs and services which improve the employment, education, health, and housing opportunities of under-served populations. ”
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“The Wisconsin Coalition Against Domestic Violence (WCADV), is a statewide, non-profit, membership organization of battered women, formerly battered women, domestic abuse programs, and individuals committed to ending domestic violence.”
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“WCASA is a membership agency comprised of organizations and individuals working to end sexual violence in Wisconsin. Among these are the 43 agencies throughout the state that offer support, advocacy and information to victims of sexual assault and their families.”
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