9th Annual Pledge To Stop Trafficking kicks off in Central Valley

January is National Human Trafficking Prevention Month.

Valley leaders and residents are taking enactment to halt quality trafficking and amusement enactment for survivors.

Tuesday marked the kick-off for the 9th Annual Pledge To Stop Trafficking.

It's an effort crossing region lines and involving aggregate agencies and organizations.

Advocates gathered connected corners, including astatine Blackstone and Shaw successful Fresno, to cod donations for life-changing care.

Checks were presented to OLIVE Madera and Central Valley Justice Coalition with funds raised from the pledge.

"The 2 recipients were capable to acquisition indispensable items, specified arsenic hygiene products for younker experiencing trafficking," explained Amber Secundino, chairperson for Pledge 2 Stop Trafficking.

"As good arsenic a washer and dryer to supply for clients' request to cleanable their clothing. While immoderate of these items whitethorn look small, these are indispensable lifelines and entree to dignity for survivors."

To donate online, click here.