Wear Blue Day
Jan
11
to Jan 12

Wear Blue Day

January is Human Trafficking Awareness Month. To show your support, join New Friends New Life and anti-trafficking agencies all across the nation for Wear Blue Day on January 11th! We invite you, local businesses, and organizations to wear our blue Stand for Her t-shirt or other blue attire to showcase that Dallas is taking a stand against human trafficking and taking a #STANDFORHER.

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25th Silver Jubilee Annual Luncheon
Sep
29
11:30 AM11:30

25th Silver Jubilee Annual Luncheon

We invite you to attend New Friends New Life’s Silver Jubilee Luncheon to experience the incredible full circle moments that define the agency’s mission to restore and empower sex trafficking survivors. Along with recognizing Honorary Co-Chairs Nancy Ann and Ray L. Hunt, Pat and Pete Schenkel, and Gail and Dr. Gerald Turner, and celebrating the 2023 ProtectHER Awardees, this year’s luncheon will also feature a powerful conversation with award-winning actor, producer, and organizer, Kerry Washington! Follow this link to purchase sponsorships and tickets.

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6th Annual Men's Breakfast
May
9
7:30 AM07:30

6th Annual Men's Breakfast

NOT OUR CHILDREN. NOT OUR CITY.

Sex trafficking is happening right here in our backyard, and we are calling all men to take a stand against this evil in our society. Whether you lead in business, sports, at home or in your faith community, you are invited to join the Men’s Advocacy Group’s 6th Annual Men’s Breakfast which will be held at the Arts District Mansion on Tuesday, May 9.

Register below and come learn more about how you can change the conversation around trafficking and exploitation, and take a stand for the women and girls of New Friends New Life. You won’t want to miss this networking opportunity with men from all backgrounds and industries who are united in our mission to take a #StandForHer.



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Virtual Race to End Sex Trafficking
Feb
3
to Mar 19

Virtual Race to End Sex Trafficking

We invite you to join us for the New Friends New Life Third Annual Virtual Race to End Sex Trafficking, on Sunday, March 19, 2023, to support our mission to restore and empower trafficked and sexually exploited teen girls, women and their children.

The Virtual Race is being hosted by the Circle of Friends (COF) Auxiliary Group whose purpose is to support the mission of New Friends New Life through volunteerism, community awareness, and fundraising.

We have a goal of 500 runners representing all 50 states!

Early Bird Registration Fee is $35 through February 10th, increasing to $40 after that date.

Sponsorship opportunities available.



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Bus Tour: Human Trafficking Awareness Month
Jan
25
11:00 AM11:00

Bus Tour: Human Trafficking Awareness Month

Our Men's Advocacy Group sponsors an exclusive, guided educational charter bus tour discussing the reality of sex trafficking in Dallas. While riding through the city, guests will learn about cases of trafficking, and how it happens anywhere and everywhere, not only in areas that you might expect.

The program experience lasts approximately 2 hours. Instructions including bus pick up and drop off information will be provided once registration is complete.

Join us on Wednesday, January 25th.

Register Here: https://www.newfriendsnewlife.org/bustour

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Texas Blue Sand Project: HTAM
Jan
17
to Jan 31

Texas Blue Sand Project: HTAM

The Office of the Attorney General is leading the Texas Blue Sand Project. Community members are invited to take blue sand (available in craft stores), spread it around to fill cracks on the sidewalk or other surfaces, and post a photo to social media. Be sure to use the hashtag #TXBlueSandProject. The project is meant to prevent trafficking victims from falling through the cracks by raising awareness and educating the public.

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The Golden Door: Dallas Holocaust and Human Rights Museum
Jan
15
2:00 PM14:00

The Golden Door: Dallas Holocaust and Human Rights Museum

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Our partners at the Dallas Holocaust and Human Rights Museum are hosting a free event called The Golden Door, in acknowledgment of Human Trafficking Awareness Month.  Honor survivors by participating in this interactive community art project, and stop by the NFNL info booth.

Learn more here: Golden Doors to Freedom: Art for Social Change

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#WearBlueDay: Human Trafficking Awareness Day
Jan
11
1:00 AM01:00

#WearBlueDay: Human Trafficking Awareness Day

January 11th, is National Human Trafficking Awareness Day. Join us, along with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security Blue Campaign in wearing blue in support of human trafficking survivors, by promoting awareness and education. Use the #WearBlueDay and #StandForHer hashtags to share your pics with us on socials!

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Tuesday, January 10 - Dallas Commissioners Court HTAM Resolution Reading
Jan
10
9:00 AM09:00

Tuesday, January 10 - Dallas Commissioners Court HTAM Resolution Reading

Join in live for the Dallas County Commissioners Court HTAM resolution reading. This resolution is to recognize NFNL’s work in advocacy in the Dallas community and for its commitment to help victims of human trafficking.

Click on the link: https://dallascounty.civicweb.net/portal/ at 9:00 am on Tuesday morning to view this event live or watch the replay.

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GRACE’s Third Annual Week Of Prayer To End Human Trafficking
Jan
9
7:00 PM19:00

GRACE’s Third Annual Week Of Prayer To End Human Trafficking

The 2023 Week of Prayer to End Human Trafficking is focused on preventing trafficking and exploitation and will run from Monday, 1/9 - Sunday, 1/15. GRACE will launch the week of prayer through a virtual interfaith event on January 9th at 7pm on Facebook. The event will include remarks from the First Lady and Texas Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) Commissioner Stephanie Muth, prayer, and a panel discussion with faith leaders.

Texans can use the hashtag #TXPraysToEndHT on social media to share their support for the Week of Prayer to End Human Trafficking.

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Annual Luncheon
Nov
4
11:30 AM11:30

Annual Luncheon

The Annual Luncheon is New Friends New Life's signature fundraising event benefiting the teen girls, women, and their children who rely on us for hope and healing as we work to restore and empower them on their new path in life. This year’s luncheon keynote speaker is JULIA ORMOND, an award-winning actress, executive producer, advocate, and founder. Among her best-known film work, Julia has starred in Legends of the Fall, Sabrina, The Curious Case of Benjamin Button, and Che. On the small screen, Ormond received an Emmy® Award in 2010 for her role in the HBO movie Temple Grandin, and one as Executive Producer of Calling the Ghosts: A Story of Rape, War and Women. In 2012 was nominated for a second Emmy® for her recurring role on Mad Men. She can most recently be seen in her series regular role in The Walking Dead; World Beyond, and in the still-to-be-released Reminisce.

She was the first and former United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) Goodwill Ambassador Against Trafficking and Slavery. Julia is the Founder of the non-profit ASSET Campaign which is the source of the global legislation the Transparency in Supply Chains Law that requires major businesses to publicly disclose their policies to prevent human trafficking and forced labor in product supply chains.

Join us and our 2022 Luncheon Co-Chairs, Katherine Wynne, Kristi Sherrill Hoyl, and her sister, Melissa Sherrill Martin along with our Honorary Chairs, Matrice Ellis-Kirk and Ambassador Ron Kirk.

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Tulipalooza 2022
Mar
18
to Mar 27

Tulipalooza 2022

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NFNL is honored to be a beneficiary for 2022 Tulipalooza!

Tulipalooza is a spring festival and fundraiser for the whole family, now in its fourth year. Join us March 18-27 for this spectacular event, celebrating the natural beauty of tulips, and growing hope in our community by partnering with New Friends New Life.

Here is how you can participate.

Visit tulipalooza.org and click on the Tickets tab. All ticket sales purchased before the event will go 100% to our organization. Follow these directions:

1. Select a "New Friends New Life".

2. Make a donation equal to the total value of the tickets you would like to purchase.

3. Show your donation receipt as your entry into the event.

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A City's Human Centered Response to Combatting Human Trafficking
Jan
20
11:00 AM11:00

A City's Human Centered Response to Combatting Human Trafficking

Leaders from across the human trafficking spectrum come together to draw awareness about human trafficking, discuss those most likely to fall victim of traffickers and learn ways to support human trafficking victims.

Join live on January 20th at 11am at https://bit.ly/33aZHfT

Featuring:

Latoya Jackson, Human Rights Officer, City of Dallas

Jane Anderson, Attorney Advisor, Aequitas

Bianca Davis, CEO, New Friends New Life

Chris Graves, Associate Director, City of Houston

Matt Wright, Assistant Special Agent, Homeland Security Investigation

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Stolen People, Stolen Dreams: Sex Trafficking, Sexual Violence & Violence Prevention
Jan
11
6:30 PM18:30

Stolen People, Stolen Dreams: Sex Trafficking, Sexual Violence & Violence Prevention

DELTA SIGMA THETA SORORITY, INC. ARLINGTON ALUMNAE CHAPTER PRESENTS.

Stolen People, Stolen Dreams

SEX TRAFFICKING, SEXUAL VIOLENCE & VIOLENCE PREVENTION

JOIN VIA FACEBOOK LIVE - 6:30PM-8:30PM -FACEBOOK.COM/AATXDST

GUEST PANELISTS

Dr. Megan Pickens, LPC-Supervisor, CEO & Founder of Volition Collective Counseling, President Elect-TACES

Shayla Davis, Case Manager at New Friends New Life

Sonya Brooks, Director of Youth Prevention at Unbound North Texas

Jessica Sanchez, MSW ,MEd Assistant Director Relationship Violence, Sexual Assault Prevention & LGBTQ+ Program at University of Texas@Arlington

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Project Moses Presents Fighting For Freedom: Understanding Sex Trafficking
Jan
11
6:00 PM18:00

Project Moses Presents Fighting For Freedom: Understanding Sex Trafficking

January is national Human Trafficking Awareness Month. Human trafficking is often thought of as an issue that is predominantly somewhere else. The fact is that 77% of victims worldwide are trafficked in their home country. These staggering statistics remind us this issue is in our community—potentially with high exposure to our very own families and friends!

Project Moses has assembled an outstanding group of human trafficking experts to help us understand the current view of this issue in our country, state, and community. Through moderated questions, you will find a better understanding of the causes of the issue, a view of the trafficker, the impact on victims, and the long road of rehabilitation for the survivors of this crime. The role of corporate responsibility in this fight will be discussed.

Everyone can play a role in the fight against human trafficking. Come learn what is currently being done in our state and how you can play a role in this fight!

The discussion will be followed by a reception in the parlor with food provided by Ruthies!

Register and learn more here.

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WAKE UP Official Screening: HTAM
Jan
7
6:00 PM18:00

WAKE UP Official Screening: HTAM

ALAMO DRAFTHOUSE CINEMA at 6:00pm | Red Carpet at 5:30pm

Child sex trafficking lives in suburban America and filmmaker Janet Craig weaves a shocking tale of foster youth caught in a trap of sexual corruption in the upcoming dramatic feature film, WAKE UP.

Following the screening there will be a panel of our filmmakers and local frontline leaders supporting vulnerable youth and combating human trafficking.

Get your tickets today at bit.ly/wakeup-dallas

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Sold Conference 2021: Virtual Conference on Human Trafficking & Exploitation
Nov
2
to Nov 3

Sold Conference 2021: Virtual Conference on Human Trafficking & Exploitation

Thank you for joining us for New Friends New Life's Sold: Virtual Conference on Human Trafficking and Exploitation. Our conference is designed to provide relevant and up to date training for those working on the front lines and behind the scenes in the fight against human trafficking and exploitation.

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