90 – Community Engagement Pt. 2: Be a Voice, Make a Difference

This episode is brought to you by Vanguard University and the Global Center for Women and Justice, who offer an incredible anti-human trafficking certificate. Whether you're a frontline responder, a social worker, in the ministry, a healthcare provider, or simply a community member who wants to help, this program is built for you. Head over to gcwj.org/ahtc to take the next step and apply today. ---In this episode, GCWJ Director Dr. Sandra Morgan and Board Member Dave Stachowiak continue their discussion of Community Engagement, shifting focus from collaboration to being a voice and making a difference. Dr. Morgan shares insight on the importance of taking time to listen and know your audience before you speak or take action. As leaders in the field, it is important to remain ethical and maintain integrity as we work to end human trafficking and prevent more from being enslaved in our world. When it is time to take action, don’t forget to assess your community and don’t reinvent the wheel! Be aware of your resources and opportunities to join existing organizations in order to impact your community. Tune into this episode to learn more and hear Dr. Morgan’s advice to increase your impact in the fight to end human trafficking.   Resources: Blue Campaign Resources Health and Human Services – Toolkits & Order Posters and Materials for Free!   FAAST Resources US State Department Federal Strategic Action Plan on Services for Victims of Human Trafficking  Ensure Justice Conference 2015 – Coordination, Collaboration, Capacity, & Compassion: What’s Your Role in the Plan?   Global Center for Women and Justice Like us on Facebook!   If you enjoyed this episode, please take a moment to subscribe or rate the podcast on iTunes by clicking here. Click here for FAQs about podcasts and how to subscribe. Haven’t been receiving our newsletter? Visit our homepage to join today. Contact us with questions, comments, or suggestions by contacting us through our homepage.