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Survivor becomes rescuer
Candace hid her abuse from her father and endured it for survival. …
Read StoryBoyfriend turns out to be trafficker
After two years of building a relationship, could this really be her future?…
Read StoryMonk expelled for exploiting children online
“It was a massive breach of ethical trust between a religious leader and vulnerable kids.”…
Read StorySex Slaves and Child Soldiers Rescued from African Militia
A new Pilot Project rescues kids from a marauding militia. …
Read Story“It changes you for the rest of your life”
“This is not something you do to make money.”…
Read StoryJungle Escape
Ruth worked through the dead of night in a jungle full of dangerous animals….
Read StoryProviding Care for Trafficking Survivors Affected by Trauma
Faces that once seemed incapable of smiling now light up a room. …
Read StoryPig Butchering: Human Trafficking on an Immense Scale
If victims fail to scam enough money, they are punished with beatings or electric shock torture….
Read StoryRelentless in Rescue
Our founder recently shared a story that revealed the heart of rescue…
Read StoryTRUSTED: Why working with authorities matters in human trafficking cases
We’ve adapted, changing our model to become better rescuers. The result has literally changed the criminal landscape in some areas….
Read Story10 More Inspiring Human Trafficking Quotes
Be inspired by these quotes—and share them with your friends so they can join the fight against child sex trafficking, too. Every…
Read Story11 Inspiring Anti-Human Trafficking Quotes
Ending child sex slavery in our lifetime seems like a daunting goal. Sometimes it’s hard to know where to start. One thing…
Read StoryCelebrating a Year of Rescue in Zimbabwe
In the last year, dozens of Zimbabwean children have made a joyous change: they are no longer victims!…
Read StoryInnovative Job Training Gives Hope to Trafficking Survivors
Real rescue is more than escape. …
Read StoryHow to Fight Human Trafficking
The problem of child trafficking demands a response. What will yours be?…
Read StoryLived Experience Helps Agent Break the Cycle of Exploitation
Survivor helps restore hope to others…
Read StoryCivilian Woman Rescues Children from Traffickers
Diya made a bold move: she confronted a trafficker….
Read Story“Nobody Can Stop Me”: Trafficking Survivor Tackles Post-Rescue Hardships Head-On
“If I give up, I shut out my dream. But if I rise up… Nobody can stop me.”…
Read StoryMealea’s Choice
When a family emergency forced Mealea to choose between herself and her family, we offered a third option….
Read StoryThe Girl Behind the Green Gate
Caleb sprinted behind the armed officers, desperate to get to the trafficker before he could escape….
Read Story“I Want to Give Hope”: Interview with a Trafficking Survivor
Hamisi shares encouragement for “girls who feel like they don’t belong to the world.”…
Read StoryHow Social Media Drives Sex Trafficking
By gradually changing a child’s perception of the world, social media enables human trafficking….
Read StoryDestiny Rescue Takes on OSAEC in the Philippines
“One mistake can cost the life and freedom of the child.”…
Read StoryPushed to the Edge: How Desperation Fuels Child Exploitation
With no other options ahead and countless duties on their shoulders, they’re left with two terrible options: exploitation or starvation….
Read StoryWhat is Grooming? 3 Ways Traffickers Ensnare Children
What begins as a seemingly innocent friendship often ends in tragedy….
Read Story“I know we have a voice”: Human Trafficking Survivor Quotes about EMPOWER
Hear what survivors have to say about recovering from trauma…
Read StoryDaily Desperation: A Day in the Slums
How does a child care for their siblings without financial support to survive? …
Read StoryRaid in South Asia Rescues Ten
Ten young women and girls in South Asia had moved from their modest homes to the city to find work. Instead, they…
Read Story6 Quotes from Human Trafficking Survivors That Left a Mark on Agents
Agents reflect on some of the most impactful words spoken by children we’ve rescued….
Read StoryOSEC Team Takes Down Crime Syndicate in Thailand
A cyber-crime ring thought they were safe behind their screens. They were wrong. …
Read StoryA 12-Year-Old’s Fateful Journey
Taral thought his life was about to change for the better when he met a man in the jungle….
Read StoryTop 4 Most Unforgettable Raids
Rescue work leaves a mark on agents—and there are some rescue operations they’ll never be able to forget….
Read StoryUgandan Small Businesses are Enabling Freedom
Caregivers of survivors proudly show off their small businesses that are keeping rescued children free. …
Read StoryWhat happens after rescue?
A successful rescue doesn’t end when a child is removed from exploitation. That event is only the first step in a process…
Read StoryTen Dollars or Less: Geneva’s Journey
When Geneva’s father left them, taking the family’s only source of income with him, life as Geneva knew it quickly crumbled. …
Read StoryNew Collaboration in the Philippines Aims to Rescue More Children
A new partnership gives victimized children in the Philippines a voice….
Read StoryRescue Sunday: Inspiring Action by Igniting Faith
Rescue Sundays provide a unique opportunity for congregations to come alive, united in a passion for pulling kids out of the darkness….
Read StoryAn Agent Reflects on Rescuing a Toddler
An agent lures a perpetrator out of the shadows of the internet to rescue a child….
Read Story4 Devastating Reasons Kids Face Exploitation in Uganda
For some children across Uganda, entering exploitation is the only means to survive. …
Read StoryA New Weapon in the Battle Against OSEC
The online sexual exploitation of children has grown exponentially, but so has our ability to combat it. …
Read StoryShona’s Success Story
After rescue from exploitation, Shona found a reason to get up in the morning….
Read StoryTeamwork in the Dominican Puts Traffickers on Their Heels
Our team in the Dominican Republic continues to expand their caseload thanks to intentional collaboration with law enforcement….
Read StoryChanging Lives One Business at a Time
Small business training in Kenya doesn’t just help kids stay free; it’s helping to break the cycle of multi-generational poverty….
Read StoryFrom the Frontlines: Zimbabwe
“My life has changed; every day, I make some money to take home.”…
Read StoryFlawless Raid Takes Unexpected Twist
After a particularly efficient investigation, new intel came from an unexpected source: the pimp….
Read StoryMeant for Good: Lydia’s Story
Young Lydia bookended her heartbreaking story with something unexpected: gratitude. …
Read StoryDestiny Rescue Signs Agreement with Thai Government
We are proud to announce the signing of an MOU that formalizes our professional relationship with Thai law enforcement….
Read StoryThe Perfect Storm: Why OSEC is Growing So Quickly
The online sexual exploitation of kids is under-reported, hard to track and poorly understood. And by all accounts, it’s growing out of…
Read StoryPost-Rescue Realities
Rescue requires more than being removed from an exploitative situation. To truly stay free, survivors must be equipped and empowered to overcome…
Read StoryClosing the Gaps at the Nepal Border
New border stations added in Nepal to stop more traffickers from luring victims out of the country. …
Read StoryWhat is OSEC?
Kids are being exploited online at an alarming rate. Learn more about this complex problem and how we can address it….
Read StoryKenya: An Introduction
Despite many challenges, Kenyans are known for being hopeful for a better future. Learn about this beautiful land of contrasts and the…
Read StorySisters Exit the Sex Trade, Turn Back to Save Others
After months of hard work, Sophea was finally free from exploitation. But that wasn’t enough: her little sister still faced abusers every…
Read StoryAn Inside Look at the Work of Three Freedom Fighters
Freedom Fighters are heroes who use their unique giftings to rescue children and help them heal and build a new life. From…
Read StoryOperation Cattleya: Over 70 rescued in the Dominican Republic
Sometimes you have to pretend to be the bad guy to save them….
Read StoryA Way Out
In the blink of an eye, Edith’s life changed. Without income for daily necessities, she was desperate to provide for her family….
Read Story“She Didn’t Want to be There”: The Girl in Gold
The story of a daring raid through the eyes of a Rescue Agent…
Read StoryReintegration Update: 50 survivors celebrate their graduation!
Join us in celebrating the accomplishments of these 50 precious children….
Read StoryThe Four Percent
While rescue after traffickers have crossed the border with their victims is difficult and extremely rare, these cases–four percent of our rescues…
Read StoryPilot Projects: The First Step to a New Rescue Operation
In order to expand our vital work to a different region of the world, Destiny Rescue first establishes a Pilot Project….
Read StoryJoin the movement to end violence against women and girls
The path to eliminating violence against women has not been an easy one, but we won’t stop freeing women and children from…
Read StoryShe Changed Her Name to Victory
Namazzi’s life was bleak and she thought it could never change. Little did she know the amazing transformation that awaited her on…
Read StoryLearning from a survivor: Fiona’s Freedom
Part 2 of Fiona’s incredible journey from the despair of sexual exploitation in Uganda to a new life of hope…
Read StoryPhilippine Government Declares War on OSEC
The Filipino government has taken a strong stance against the online sexual exploitation of children (OSEC). …
Read StoryListening to a survivor: Fiona’s story
Fiona shares her journey of discovering she was no longer alone….
Read StoryRescue in broad daylight
Dedicated agents and caseworkers are making a difference in Cambodia …
Read StoryLife as a rescue agent: realities, risks, rewards
A day in the life of ordinary men dedicated to fighting child trafficking…
Read StoryDestiny Rescue is fighting sex trafficking and child exploitation in the Dominican Republic
Our team in the Dominican Republic assists law enforcement in rescuing kids from exploitation and ensuring perpetrators are held accountable….
Read StoryOver 100 children rescued in one month
A busy month of rescue in one country brought freedom to 122 girls in July! …
Read StoryFrom desperation to confidence: Survival situations and community care in South Asia
Learn more about our rescue and reintegration programs across rural villages in South Asia…
Read StoryWhat happens after a border rescue in Nepal?
Passionate women with strong communication skills are the heartbeat of our work in Nepal. Their intentional voices drive our work forward from…
Read StoryThe three secrets behind a successful covert rescue
It’s not easy rescuing girls making “lots of money” at bars. …
Read StoryRescue advances into another country in Latin America
Destiny Rescue brings our expertise to another country in Latin America bringing our total country count in the region to three….
Read StoryNew border station opens just in time to rescue teen girl
The 15-year-old was about to taste misery before we spotted her. …
Read StorySikha’s Story: Dedicated student escapes the dangers of the sex industry
Her workplace was “hell” but she needed an income. …
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