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Voices of Survivors Project Virtual Photovoice Exhibit
2022-03-09 19:30 - 21:00 UTC
The Voices of Survivors Project is a photovoice exhibit that testifies of the lived experiences of domestic sex trafficking survivors

About this event

Come attend a virtual walk-through of the Voices of Survivors Project Photo Exhibit and participate in a Q and A with the author. All attendees will receive a copy of the newly released photo book “From the Voices of Domestic Sex Trafficking Survivors: Photographic Expressions of Complex Trauma and Posttraumatic Growth” by Dr. Heather Evans. All ticket proceeds will go towards two organizations working with survivors of sex trafficking. Be prepared for a moving experience of learning more about the experiences of trafficking survivors through their own photography.
The Voices of Survivors Project is a platform for survivors of human sex trafficking or other forms of violence to express their lived experiences as survivors through photography.
The Voices of Survivors Project came from a dissertation study conducted to directly highlight the voices of survivors and their expressed experiences, especially after separation from the trafficker.
Seven women participated in this Photovoice study, six providing eligible photos. They were instructed to take or gather as many pictures as they wanted over 30 days, with the only limitation of no identifying information, such as faces. The prompt given was to take pictures and share a caption that expresses their experiences as a survivor.
The participants then participated in a focus group to together discuss the shared themes and messages of their pictures. Finally, they were asked how they wanted to share these photos with others. They collectively expressed they wanted a national and global reach to learn through their photo journey.
Thus, the Voices of Survivors Project became a transportable exhibit, accompanying photo book, and social media, the fruit of their feedback and their willingness to share their experiences through these photographs. The exhibit contains the submitted photos of each participant, who also chose their identifying name or number displayed throughout the study.
Visit www.voicesofsurvivorsproject.com to learn more.

“There is hope and that it is possible to see beauty even in the midst of the horrific things that have happened. If we can see beauty, then we can communicate beauty because pictures are a form of communication. Then if we communicate beauty, that creates hope and hope then gives us the ability to take another step into the future.” -Grace, Voices of Survivors Project participant

Voices of Survivors Project Virtual Photovoice Exhibit
2022-02-15 19:30 - 21:00 (America/New_York)
The Voices of Survivors Project is a photovoice exhibit that testifies of the lived experiences of domestic sex trafficking survivors

About this event

Come attend a virtual walk-through of the Voices of Survivors Project Photo Exhibit and participate in a Q and A with the author. All attendees will receive a copy of the newly released photo book “From the Voices of Domestic Sex Trafficking Survivors: Photographic Expressions of Complex Trauma and Posttraumatic Growth” by Dr. Heather Evans. All ticket proceeds will go towards two organizations working with survivors of sex trafficking. Be prepared for a moving experience of learning more about the experiences of trafficking survivors through their own photography.
The Voices of Survivors Project is a platform for survivors of human sex trafficking or other forms of violence to express their lived experiences as survivors through photography.
The Voices of Survivors Project came from a dissertation study conducted to directly highlight the voices of survivors and their expressed experiences, especially after separation from the trafficker.
Seven women participated in this Photovoice study, six providing eligible photos. They were instructed to take or gather as many pictures as they wanted over 30 days, with the only limitation of no identifying information, such as faces. The prompt given was to take pictures and share a caption that expresses their experiences as a survivor.
The participants then participated in a focus group to together discuss the shared themes and messages of their pictures. Finally, they were asked how they wanted to share these photos with others. They collectively expressed they wanted a national and global reach to learn through their photo journey.
Thus, the Voices of Survivors Project became a transportable exhibit, accompanying photo book, and social media, the fruit of their feedback and their willingness to share their experiences through these photographs. The exhibit contains the submitted photos of each participant, who also chose their identifying name or number displayed throughout the study.
Visit Voices of Survivors Project to learn more

“There is hope and that it is possible to see beauty even in the midst of the horrific things that have happened. If we can see beauty, then we can communicate beauty because pictures are a form of communication. Then if we communicate beauty, that creates hope and hope then gives us the ability to take another step into the future.” -Grace, Voices of Survivors Project participant

Regional Interdisciplinary Collaborative to End Human Trafficking Summit
2022-02-09 - 2022-02-10
Human trafficking is a widespread crime and growing public health concern. This crime occurs when force, fraud, or coercion are used to compel a person into commercial sex acts or labor services against their will.
Because fighting this crime requires bilateral and regional cooperation for the prevention, assistance, and protection of trafficked persons, a two-day summit will be held for representatives of Delaware, Maryland, Pennsylvania, Virginia, West Virginia, and District of Columbia to share best practices, learn from survivor experts, and explore multidisciplinary approaches to regional partnerships.
The goal of the summit is to lead a multilateral cooperation and synergy among these states as we work to ensure the safety and freedom of trafficked persons.
The Voices of Survivors Project will be on display as well as workshop Trauma-Informed Care: Peer Support & Mutual Self-Help.

Gracious Hospitality: Welcoming My New Neighbor
2021-11-11 19:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York)
Join us for a live-stream webinar with Rev. Valerie Andrews, Dr. Heather Evans, Dr. Krayer and Katherine Obenschain. These four will help us better understand the history, culture, current context, and how we, as Christians, can be good neighbors to the Afghan refugees.
The webinar will be on November 11 from 7-8pm. Please email vandrews@missio.edu to register.

Lehigh Valley Anti-Trafficking Week
2021-11-06 14:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Moravian University, 1200 Main Street, Bethlehem, PA, 18018, United States
The mission of Lehigh Valley Anti-Trafficking Week is to abolish human trafficking in our community by building a united front to educate and equip our community to take action.
Join us at Moravian College in Prosser Auditorium as Dr. Heather Evans presents the Voices of Survivor Project Exhibit.

Rejuvenation after Covid-19 & Lockdown
2021-11-06
In Ezekiel 37, the dry bones come together, stand and flesh returns to them. But they are not alive until the breath enters them from the four winds, allowing them to live again. During Covid-19 and lockdown we know there has been a mental health crisis on several fronts: isolation, bereavement, loss of routine and roles, rise in household-based violence and abuse, financial instability, restricted access to non-Covid-related healthcare, loss of support structures and more.
We are inviting therapists and pastoral carers to share their expertise at our online conference 2021 to consider what might be involved in the “four winds” to breathe life after Covid.
Join Dr. Heather Evans in her seminar: From the Voices of Domestic Sex Trafficking Survivors: Experiences of Complex Trauma and Posttraumatic Growth

Valley Against Sex Trafficking Voices Fundraiser
2021-09-24 17:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York) | Gallery840, 840 Hamilton Street, Suite 101, Allentown, PA, 18101, United States
Due to Covid, the 2021 VAST fundraiser will now be a virtual silent auction, however, you still have an opportunity to view the Voices of Survivors project. It will be on display Friday, September 24th from 5-6 pm and Saturday, September 25th from 10 am -12 pm at Gallery840. Dr. Evan’s new book will also be available for purchase.

International Human Trafficking & Social Justice Conference
2021-09-23 - 2021-09-25
Uniting the global community to learn, connect, and collaborate to combat human trafficking and promote social justice.
Join Dr. Heather Evans in two workshops:

From the Voices of Domestic Sex Trafficking Survivors: Experiences of Complex Trauma and Posttraumatic Growth
Justice for Sex Trafficked Black Girls: Historic Oppression, Vulnerability Factors & Future School Response
