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21st Century Human Trafficking
Facts Iowans Need to Know

 Human trafficking (HT) is a pressing global problem that continues to affect millions of people, despite widespread efforts to combat it. To shed additional light on this pervasive issue in Iowa, here are eight key facts about human trafficking that help to better understand why this crime occurs, how victims are recruited and exploited, and the links between human trafficking and migration, climate change and conflict. CLICK FOR MORE…..

Please remember to call or write your Iowa legislator.  If you have any questions about this contact Maggie Tinsman maggie.tinsman@mchsi.com

MOBILIZE: Please call or email your local Senator and Representative. To find your legislators go to https://www.legis.iowa.gov/legislators/find  


 

In 2020, Maanya Pandey was a 15-year-old student at Waukee High School when she founded Love For Red. Today, she is majoring in Public Health on the Pre-Medicine track at the University of Iowa and continues to serve as President of Love for Red, which has operations in Des Moines and Iowa City.

Love For Red is a 501(c)(3) non-profit that strives to uplift the people crushed by the hardships of period poverty. They believe feeling clean and having dignity on your period should not be a privilege only some can enjoy. Providing menstrual products to those unable to purchase the necessities ensures that people can live with dignity while on their period, no matter where they live.  complete article



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Jilian Gaeta, co-founder of Roots to Revolution. She has taught American and global history in grades 5-12 in New York City. Currently she is the Associate Director of History for Achievement First middle schools.