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While I know very little about the organization promoted on this banner, I hope and pray that all of us (especially those in the Church Body) will be educating ourselves about this very real problem and begin getting involved. There are tons of amazing organizations around the world dedicated to eradicating this problem.

Check out Samaritan's Purse. They've got a program designated to help rescue children from bondage and abuse. Make a Chain to Break a Chain is building safe houses to give victims a fighting chance.

There are zillions more out there like these. Find one you trust and start helping out! Amnesty International has a listing of organizations to help you out. There may be organizations in your area that need volunteers.

How does this have anything to do with home school?
50% of transnational victims are children. 80% are female.[1]
We need to educate our kids about this danger. We also need to raise our children with self-control and respect for God's creation and His people.

Get talking with your kids about how to be safe. What are the rules for your house?

Check out these kids videos, books, and resources*:
The Safe Side

• a company founded by John Walsh, host of America's Most Wanted and Julie Clark,  creator of Baby Einstein
• free resources available for download

The Safe Side: Stranger Safety  
The Safe Side: Internet Safety
The Berenstain Bears Learn About Strangers

Get talking with your girl(s) about what is appropriate behavior with their bodies, clothing, and looking for a mate.
Get talking with your boy(s) about self-control and what the Lord desires for his body, his thoughts, and his urges as he grows into a man.

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[1] Human Trafficking Statistics, Polaris Project

* There are many more out there, but these are ones that I can personally vouch for in content. There is such a fine line between frightening children and showing them an awareness of the world around us. Only you know what your child is capable of handling at his or her age. Use caution when talking about such matters.