A coalition of government agencies and anti-trafficking organizations sponsored the public education forum for a crowd of about 400 in an effort to combat a problem they say is prevalent in Maryland.
Program Provides Foster Homes for Human Trafficking Victims
The host family program of Maryland’s Safe House of Hope, a non-profit organization, provides options for people exploited through prostitution or human trafficking.
After Years of Abuse, Md. Woman Becomes Domestic Violence Survivor
Many domestic violence victims repeatedly suffer through psychological and physical abuse before they make the decision, and have the means, to leave, if they ever do, experts say.
Funds Lacking to Help Victims of Domestic Violence, Advocates Say
Lack of funding and resources prevents Maryland’s domestic violence shelters from serving some victims.