Gracehaven Inc.

"Creativity takes courage." - Henri Matisse The brave young artists at our group home love to share such a creative array of interests — from Buckeye art to bracelet-making … splatter-painted jewelry boxes to cookie kits … iron-on patches to bottle crafting … elaborate paper snowflakes to evergreens in water color. Art teacher Debby Campbell shares many cups of cocoa with the trafficked teens we serve here … and in our cozy on-site art studio, she helps our youth dream up their next project … not as art therapy per se, but as an enjoyable experience that might also help with emotional regulation and expression. Reach out today to learn more about our volunteer roles and job openings, as well as our exciting upcoming events! https://buff.ly/4hhwBww #Gracehaven #endchildtrafficking #endchildsextrafficking #HumanTraffickingPreventionMonth #arttherapy

Gracehaven was recently interviewed by Spectrum News 1 Ohio reporter Jenna Jordan who writes: The National Human Trafficking Hotline reports it received more than 800 signals from people in Ohio in 2023, the fifth most calls in the nation. “The victim themselves, a lot of times, is confused by what’s happening to them,” said Jennifer Taber. “They think they’re a part of it. They’re told they’re a part of it.” Taber is the director of Gracehaven, a nonprofit that helps people escape the situation she says anyone can fall victim to. She said traffickers prey upon vulnerabilities we all have. “They mimic the things that we really do need as human beings,” she said. “Like, we need connection, we need people to have us belong and accept us.” Taber connected with State Sen. Hearcel Craig, D – Columbus, at the Statehouse Wednesday to share information about her organization and the need for legislative leaders to help combat the issue. “We need to be working alongside, not dictating, but working alongside those that are doing the work, the important work and learning from them,” Craig said. “How we can be helpful and involved.” “Once people see it and recognize it, you can't unsee it,” said Kirsti Mouncey, president and CEO of the Collaborative to End Human Trafficking. “So, once we have people onboard as advocates and people who recognize it, then we can start doing things about it.” https://lnkd.in/eiPxfG6Z

Yesterday, our team was counted among the 250 advocates, survivors, and leaders who gathered at the Ohio Statehouse for Human Trafficking Prevention Day. We met with lawmakers from all over the state and spoke with Spectrum News 1 Ohio about 1) the need to protect those most vulnerable to human trafficking (the children we serve) and 2) equipping those (educators) who often find themselves on the front lines of this fight. Together with event organizer Collaborative to End Human Trafficking and other such organizations, we are: ? partnering to prevent trafficking from happening in the first place; ? increasing awareness in our communities; ? empowering youth; and ? helping child sex- and labor-trafficking survivors to thrive with dignity. “Every conversation, every policy change, and every effort to support survivors brings us closer to ending this public health crisis. Let’s make an impact together.” - #collaborativetoendHT #Gracehaven #endchildtrafficking #endchildsextrafficking #humantraffickingawareness #HumanTraffickingPreventionMonth #OhioAgainstTrafficking #EndHumanTrafficking #GracehavenSummit2025

Have you registered yet for our second annual Educator's Summit presented by Franklinton Prep High School? We are just TWO weeks out and space is limited! If you are a teacher, school social worker, counselor, nurse, resource officer or administrator, please plan now to join us on Fri., Feb. 14th, 2025. As you may find yourself on the frontlines of potential child sex- and labor-trafficking situations, this summit will equip you to better detect exploitation and effectively respond to help students. Keynote speakers Mona Al-Hayani and Teresa Fedor will share more about their anti-trafficking advocacy in Ohio and beyond. We also will offer lunch, insightful breakout sessions with community partners, networking opportunities and valuable resources. Invite a colleague and register today at: https://buff.ly/40mUTQ4... #Gracehaven #endchildtrafficking #endchildsextrafficking #GracehavenSummit2025

Our 10th anniversary “Over The Edge” event to help #endchildsextrafficking is Gracehaven’s tallest fundraiser of the year … and we’re just under five months away on June 13th! There's still time to take advantage of the early bird registration fee of just $25 -- that’s a $75 savings from our usual $100 fee to sign up NOW. All money goes to Gracehaven and counts toward your $1,250 fundraising minimum. Claim your discount under the Register to Rappel tab on our website below. ? Grab a friend or co-worker to go with you! ? Form a team and plan ahead to reach your fundraising goals together. ? We need cheerleaders down below, too, if you don’t want to brave the drop. ? Volunteers at our welcome and hospitality booths help us run the show seamlessly behind the scenes. ? Corporate sponsors, small businesses and individual donors make this unique event financially possible and incredibly fun! ? Certain giving levels include advertising (large building decals, drop zone logo placement, etc.) and multiple rappelling spots with GoPro camera coverage! Can YOU rally your business, school, church or organization to be part of our milestone celebration in some capacity?! Learn more and sign up today at https://buff.ly/3lj4Ckc #Gracehaven #OverTheEdge #OTE4Freedom #endhumantrafficking #endchildtrafficking #humantraffickingawareness #humantraffickingprevention

What does it mean when a Gracehaven resident is ready to “graduate” from our group home? For one of our teens who recently celebrated her departure from our program, it meant that she had demonstrated personal progress to the point that she could safely transition back into the community. She embodies our mission to empower youth and to help trafficking survivors thrive with dignity in a renewed life. Emotionally and interpersonally, this youth showed significant change in her mindset that will allow her to live with a new level of stability. You can read the full story about this young lady’s transformation on our website here: https://buff.ly/4h3tjND Thank you for your partnership in making this one teen’s recent success story a reality for so many more boys and girls we have the privilege of serving together, during National Human Trafficking Awareness Month and throughout the year! #Gracehaven #endchildsextrafficking #humantraffickingawareness #HumanTraffickingPreventionMonth #endhumantrafficking #endchildtrafficking #empoweringyouth

Why not take the first step today and explore 5 ways in 2025 to help Gracehaven achieve its mission of “Empowering More Youth” across Ohio? Here are some ideas of how to support our unique non-profit: ? volunteer as a house mom at our therapeutic group home ? tutor students at our on-site school ? learn more by attending one of our inspiring events (or sign up to help us put on these key events) ? rappel off a skyscraper at our tallest fundraiser of the year (or create a fundraiser of your own!) ? schedule our education team to present an awareness or intervention program (or series of sessions) for your workplace, school, church or organization. There’s no better time than now to reach out! https://buff.ly/3ADdfBH We need you and we appreciate all the creative ways you share your time, talent and treasure with us … during this National Human Trafficking Awareness Month … and all throughout the year! Go to our website to learn more now: https://buff.ly/4hhwBww Thank you! #Gracehaven #endchildsextrafficking #endchildtrafficking #HumanTraffickingAwareness #humantraffickingprevention #mondaymotivation #NationalMentoringMonth #MLKDay #empoweringyouth

Have you registered yet for our second annual Educator's Summit presented by Franklinton Prep High School? We are just FOUR weeks out and space is limited! If you are a teacher, school social worker, counselor, nurse, resource officer or administrator, please plan now to join us on Fri., Feb. 14th, 2025. As you may find yourself on the frontlines of potential child sex- and labor-trafficking situations, this summit will equip you to better detect exploitation and effectively respond to help students. Keynote speakers Mona Al-Hayani and Teresa Fedor will share more about their anti-trafficking advocacy in Ohio and beyond. We also will offer lunch, insightful breakout sessions with community partners, networking opportunities and valuable resources. Invite a colleague and register today at: https://buff.ly/40mUTQ4... #Gracehaven #endchildtrafficking #endchildsextrafficking #GracehavenSummit2025

As a #Partner2Prevent, we’re sharing a few updates from the Ohio Human Trafficking Task Force... ? Yesterday, the Central Ohio Reach and Restore Coalition (managed by The Salvation Army in Central Ohio ) hosted the 3rd Annual CORRC Connections Networking Event in Columbus. Gracehaven was pleased to participate in this resource fair and share with other service providers about the work we do, while learning from other anti-trafficking organizations, as well! ? January is Human Trafficking Prevention Month! To prevent human trafficking, we must work together to strengthen individuals, families, and communities. Explore resources, events and learn how to get involved, with this toolkit from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services: https://buff.ly/40p2HRd... #humantraffickingawareness #humantraffickingprevention #endhumantrafficking #endchildtrafficking #endchildsextrafficking #Gracehaven

Gracehaven is a proud sponsor of the Southwest Ohio Human Trafficking Conference being held in Dayton this Thursday, January 9. Register by midnight tomorrow and join us! Details below. https://buff.ly/3DH56O6 Our staff is excited for the opportunity to network with like-minded individuals and service providers and to learn from other experts in the field. Thank you Oasis House for presenting such an important event this National Human Trafficking Awareness and Prevention Month. Thank you to the brave survivors and overcomers willing to share their stories. Thank you also to the Ohio Department of Public Safety , Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost and the Montgomery County Sheriff's Office Dayton Ohio for your involvement! Indeed, it takes many engaged individuals, organizations, businesses, churches, universities and hospitals coming together to connect and encourage one another in the fight to #endchildtrafficking in Ohio and beyond. Please consider attending or find another way to educate yourself and others on this key topic this month. There are many opportunities to do so! The more we know, the more we can all do our part to help child sex- and labor-trafficking victims and/or at-risk youth all year long. Need help getting started? Reach out to us today! buff.ly/3pgqy1X #Gracehaven #endchildsextrafficking #endhumantrafficking #humantraffickingawareness #humantraffickingprevention