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Text Box: The opportunity to combine my community organizing with advocacy experience with an empowerment based model of programming and services is probably the key reason that I came to Second Chance. The opportunities and potential here is immeasurable.” Mary believes that the design of successful programming must include the insight and ideas of women and girls involved in our program. “I believe that the programming

Text Box: needs to be developed by and with the support of participants. The basic structures of services offered are designed that way, but will adapt and adjust as they best meet the needs of the participants.” When asked what she is looking forward to, Mary answers: “It’s clear from my first month that there will never be a dull moment during my time at Second Chance. I look forward to expanding the framework for programming and

Text Box: support to best meet the needs of the participants, growing a sustainable circle of survivors who mentor and support those who are now walking their own

Text Box: ficking in Ohio spoke and then there was discussion about the current proposed laws in Ohio addressing human trafficking. Jeremy Wilson mentioned the Prostitution Roundtable which is organized by Second Chance as a positive way of educating communities about human trafficking. Attending this event and speaking in support of victims of sex trafficking is

Text Box: On January 10, 2008, representatives from Second Chance including Dr. Celia Williamson (Chair of the Second Chance Advisory Board) attended a meeting at the Ohio State House on human trafficking. Senators Fedor and Goodman and Representative Chandler sponsored the event. Jeremy Wilson, one author of the Rand Report on human traf

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Text Box: week for two hours to conduct a variety of activities and discussion topics. The first portion of the group meetings are dedicated to personal journaling, along with an educational/preventative piece including healthy relationships, violence, positive choices, trauma, HIV/STD information, and overall wellness. The second portion of the group is reserved for a more relaxed time in which

Text Box: teens can freely discuss any

Text Box: The average age for girls entering into the sex industry is 14. Educational, preventative, and supportive groups for teens are essential to raise awareness on the issue of sex trafficking in our communities. Second Chance provides support services for teen girls either currently involved, previously exposed, or at risk of sex trafficking. Second Chance staff meets with the teens once a