Take Action
One person can make a difference. If you’re passionate about protecting children and preventing exploitation, HTPA invites you to become a Prevention Advocate in your community.
Become an HTPA Prevention Advocate
HTPA Prevention Advocates are everyday community members who are committed to protecting children and preventing human trafficking and exploitation through education, awareness, and action.
As a Prevention Advocate, you become a trusted voice in your community. Whether you’re sharing prevention resources online, representing HTPA at community events, helping staff an awareness table, supporting outreach initiatives, or engaging others in important conversations about child safety, your efforts help build a stronger, more informed community.
No prior experience is required. HTPA will provide the training, resources, and ongoing support you need to become confident in discussing human trafficking and child exploitation prevention. Our goal is to empower volunteers with practical knowledge and tools that can make a real difference in the lives of children, families, and communities.
Together, we can increase awareness, strengthen prevention efforts, and create safer environments where children can thrive free from exploitation.
By becoming an HTPA Prevention Advocate, you are joining a growing movement dedicated to education, prevention, and the protection of our most vulnerable. Every conversation matters. Every action makes a difference.
Open Board Positions
Board Director (Volunteer Position)
Board Directors serve as volunteer leaders who provide governance, strategic direction, and oversight for Human Trafficking Prevention Alliance (HTPA). Directors support the organization’s mission, participate in board meetings, help identify opportunities for growth and community impact, advocate for HTPA within the community, and assist with fundraising, partnerships, and organizational development. Board members are expected to act in the best interests of the organization and contribute their expertise, time, and professional networks to advance HTPA’s mission of preventing child exploitation and human trafficking.
Key Responsibilities:
- Attend and actively participate in board meetings.
- Provide strategic guidance and organizational oversight.
- Serve as an ambassador for HTPA in the community.
- Support fundraising, sponsorship, and partnership efforts.
- Contribute professional expertise to strengthen the organization.
- Uphold HTPA’s mission, values, and governance standards.
Volunteer Position | Approximate Commitment: 4-8 hours per month
Treasurer (Volunteer Board Position)
The Treasurer serves as a volunteer officer of the Board of Directors and provides oversight of Human Trafficking Prevention Alliance’s financial health, accountability, and fiscal stewardship. The Treasurer works closely with board leadership to monitor financial performance, review budgets and reports, ensure sound financial practices, and support compliance with nonprofit financial requirements. Experience with nonprofit finances and bookkeeping is preferred, and knowledge of QuickBooks Online (QBO) is a plus.
Key Responsibilities:
- Attend and actively participate in board meetings.
- Review and monitor the organization’s financial statements and reports.
- Assist with budget development and financial planning.
- Provide financial oversight and help ensure responsible fiscal management.
- Support compliance with nonprofit financial and reporting requirements.
- Work collaboratively with staff, accountants, and board leadership.
- Advise the board on financial matters and organizational sustainability.
- Knowledge of QuickBooks Online (QBO) is a plus.
Volunteer Position | Approximate Commitment: 4-8 hours per month
Secretary (Volunteer Board Position)
The Secretary serves as a volunteer officer of the Board of Directors and is responsible for supporting effective board governance through accurate recordkeeping, meeting documentation, and organizational administration. The Secretary helps ensure that board records are maintained, meeting minutes are documented, and required organizational documents are organized and accessible. Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage confidential information are essential.
Key Responsibilities:
- Attend and actively participate in board meetings.
- Record and maintain accurate meeting minutes and board records.
- Assist with preparing and distributing meeting agendas and materials.
- Maintain organizational documents, policies, and governance records.
- Ensure board actions and decisions are properly documented.
- Support compliance with nonprofit governance and recordkeeping requirements.
- Assist with board communications and official correspondence as needed.
- Maintain confidentiality of sensitive organizational information.
Volunteer Position | Approximate Commitment: 4-8 hours per month
*By submitting this application to HTPA, I certify that the information is true to the best of my knowledge, information, and belief. I release HTPA to do a background check as they deem appropriate.