STEP UP Against Human Trafficking
Wednesday, July 30, 2025
In support of
World Day Against Trafficking In Persons
Register by to July 15th
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“We are at war — and our children are the battlefield. Predators are organized, strategic, and relentless. It’s time our communities become just as prepared, just as united, and just as determined to protect our children. This is not someone else’s problem — it’s ours. And it will take all of us to win this fight.”
The most important event of the year
Human Trafficking is not a conspiracy theory. It is happening in Northern Nevada every single minute of every day. HTPA is leading a community walk to give our most vulnerable a voice. We must STEP UP and get loud about this heinous crime. On July 30th, we will walk side-by-side with survivors, NGOs and community members: A walk for justice for victims and survivors. What could be more important than to raise awareness and encourage our government leaders to STEP UP on their behalf.
About the event
WHAT IS STEP UP AGAINST HUMAN TRAFFICKING?
STEP UP Against Human Trafficking is an awareness campaign initiated by Human Trafficking Prevention Alliance (HTPA). Human Trafficking is the fastest-growing criminal enterprise in the world. In 2024 the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children (NCMEC) received more than 27,800 reports of possible child sex trafficking. Of the more than 29,000 missing children reported to NCMEC in 2024, 1 in 7 were likely victims of child sex trafficking.
HOW WILL THIS DEMONSTRATION HELP BRING AN END TO HUMAN TRAFFICKING?
We will not stand by and let our most vulnerable continue to be overlooked. Because they are vulnerable, they cannot rally up to fight for themselves. We must STEP UP and be their voice.
This demonstration will help raise awareness about child trafficking and the importance of government action in the interest of these victims. We encourage everyone to take action to prevent this heinous crime.
We can prevent human trafficking through prevention education, awareness, community collaboration and advocacy. We can make a difference by collaborating with optimisim and a shared vision. Let’s raise our voices together!
Speakers
Janet Lombardo, HTPA Founder and CEO
Live Stream
Follow our live stream on Facebook beginning at
4:00 pm PST @htprevent
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How you can get involved
Help Spread the Word!
Raise Your Voice. Amplify the Message.
HTPA has created a powerful social media toolkit designed to help you spread awareness and drive change. With ready-to-share posts, it’s never been easier to make a difference.
Download the toolkit, copy the content, and share it across all your platforms.
Every post you share brings us one step closer to meaningful impact. Let’s make our voices heard—together, we can create real change.
Registration
Registration is free. This is a family-friendly event. We encourage you to bring your children. All persons under 18 must be accompanied by a parent/guardian.
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