New Jersey Coalition Against Human Trafficking, Inc.

Rarely is an organization so effective. The New Jersey Coalition Against Human Trafficking (NJCAHT) not only works to support anti-human trafficking legislation, its members actually write the legislation. Not only does it talk about survivors, it is survivor inclusive and survivor driven in everything it does. Its membership includes the most diverse group of people and organizations in all fields such as healthcare, in all its iterations; law enforcement, at all levels; the legal profession; survivors; organizations that work with survivors, women, children and the general public; and more. It presents programs that educate the public and the professions about human trafficking. The organization created a curriculum for teachers that complies with the state mandate to teach about human trafficking, that has been well-received by teachers throughout the state. The NJCAHT doesn't just talk about the issues, it ACTS. I am proud to be an active member of this organization.

I have been a volunteer with the Coalition Against Human Trafficking for about 8 years and of all the organizations that I have been a member of, this one is most organized and impactful one. My time is not just appreciated but consequential. It has been extremely successful in spreading the word about human trafficking to teachers, students, parents, nurses and physicians etc. They have succeeded in passing legislation beneficial to human trafficking victims and that is no small task. I can think of no better New Jersey non-profit to volunteer with or donate to.

Since joining the NJCAHT as a volunteer and committee member I have learned so much about the issue of human and sex trafficking in NJ as well as in the USA, and the many services that are available for those seeking help.

Those affected can find support through the numerous partners and agencies fighting for them each day.

The New Jersey Coalition Against Human Trafficking works to raise awareness by holding survivor informed programs as well as directly support survivors of human trafficking. They operate efficiently with a volunteer staff and, while NJ is the primary focus, the awareness they have raised has touched people throughout the country. They are an amazing resource for information on the issue of human trafficking and their programs encompass both labor and sex trafficking. Come join us as an observer at one of our Operating Council meetings to see some of the things we do. Our website is safernj.org.

I joined the Coalition within the past year and have been blown away by the extent of their work. Instead of focusing on a single means of reducing trafficking and helping survivors, they have dozens of initiatives - from coming up with new legislation, the increasing awareness among healthcare professionals, financial institutions and students, to helping survivors become leaders. I serve on the legislative committee and have been thoroughly impressed!

Want to engage with an organization that truly makes a difference in the lives of folks trafficked - you must contact the New Jersey Coalition Against Human Trafficking. I have volunteered with this group for several years and have always been impressed with their dedication!

The New Jersey Coalition Against Human Trafficking is an organization that actually does the work. Not just talking but real ACTION. From successfully working to create and enact state and federal legislation to helping survivors of human trafficking, the NJ Coalition Against Human Trafficking is an amazing organization that deserves your support. As a member of three founding organizations I have seen with my own eyes how this organization has grown and achieved success.

Amazingly gifted and dedicated all-volunteer organization that not only strives to end human trafficking and assist victims, but thinks ahead to create and implement best methods to protect everyone from becoming victims.

I first joined the NJCAHT in 2011 and starting serving on its steering committee and legislative committee. I'm now serving on the board of trustees, as co-chair of the operating council, and in other capacities as well. We have hundreds of affiliated organizations and volunteers who are passionate and work with each other as well as NGOs, survivors, legislators and policy-makers, and numerous stakeholders all with one purpose, to bring an end to human trafficking. I'm very proud to be working with each and every one of them.

Working to keep our state safer by eliminating trafficking problems for children and adults is a major task. Educating the public as to what is happening in our state brings more awareness.

The New Jersey Coalition Against Human Trafficking is an organization that is taking on one of the greatest injustices in our country and world and making a difference. Becoming a member of the coalition was an honor and a privilege. While the subject of trafficking may make people uncomfortable, the coalition is working tirelessly to educate everyone about its existence everywhere. The coalition is saving lives by teaching children about internet safety since knowledge is the key to protection. learning about trafficking from survivors is an unparalleled and personal form of education. I can't commend these survivors enough for their courage as well as their dedication to the cause of preventing human sex trafficking and labor trafficking. Speakers , including survivors, educate young people in their schools , making them aware that trafficking does not discriminate, but is a threat to everyone. The coalition and its volunteers do everything in their power to put an end to human trafficking and to make our world safe for all.

NJCAHT's efforts to educate and raise awareness on human trafficking makes an immense difference for our most at risk, marginalized community members. We CAN eradicate human trafficking. I commend NJCAHT on all their hard work.

The work done by the New Jersey Coalition Against Human Trafficking is paramount to keep children, women, and men safe from criminals engaged in human trafficking. The organization's advocacy goes above and beyond and the amount of education it offers to the public is truly outstanding. I am very happy to live in a state where such organization exists and trust that they are having an impact every single day.

I came to the NJCAHT wanting to reach out and help victims of human trafficking, but not knowing how to go about it. Through their extensive network of contacts, I was able to find ways to meaningfully contribute. However, I also discovered their many free educational programs, which I’ve used for my own family to learn—particularly my 14 year old daughter—ways to stay safe from predators seeking to traffic unsuspecting individuals.
Can’t say enough good things about this organization!!

Interning at this non-profit was inspirational. The NJCAHT showcases what can be done when a group is motivated and determined to raised awareness on an issue. Everyone had been so positive and really listened to one another. The volunteers are dedicated and passionate about the cause. They are determined to ending modern day slavery. I strongly recommend following them on Instagram @NJHumanTrafficking or Facebook @NJCAHT to support their pursuit to end human trafficking.

This group has had a huge impact in both legislation advocacy as well as community organizing to dramatically lower the probability that a young person will be vulnerable to trafficking in NJ. Their continued workis exemplary

I worked with the Coalition as an intern for about a month this past December while home from university, and it was an amazing experience! The NJ Coalition is dedicated to spreading awareness about and fighting human trafficking in NJ, and I learned so much more information about the extent of human trafficking in my own communities. All of the Coalition members, as well as Danny, the Coalition's president, were committed to spending their time and resources to devote themselves to such an important cause. As an intern, everyone was willing to help me to learn and grow. Seeing the work that organizations like the NJ Coalition Against Human Trafficking do give me hope that change can happen in our communities!

I had the fortunate opportunity to be part of the 2019 Intern Class for the NJCAHT and it was, by far, a lasting and memorable experience. The organization is made up of determined and supportive leaders that consistently seek a variety of ways to promote awareness, abolish modern-day slavery, and ensure the safety of New Jersey communities. The level of empathy and compassion the members of the NJCAHT have is amazing and I'd love to continue supporting their mission in the future.

Do you really want to do something to help end human trafficking?
It is here in NJ -- it has to be stopped!

NJCAHT is fulfilling its mission "TO UNITE NJ COMMUNITIES TO ABOLISH HUMAN TRAFFICKING"

It works to serve as the hub of community efforts statewide to increase coordination and visibility of NJ’s commitment to end human trafficking.

The New Jersey Coalition Against Human Trafficking is made up of over 170 diverse groups in the state, which include nonprofits, faith-based organizations, government agencies, academics, law enforcement, and direct service providers.

Come join us!!
Sr. Mary Beth, MPF
Religious Teachers Filippini

In representing NCJW/Essex as a member of this coalition, I am amazed at the number of members raising awareness in our state of trafficking that crosses all socio- economic and geographical barriers. The coalition reaches out with information, speakers, and their unique Locker Slam program for schools to help keep this population safe.

The NJCAHT is an incredible organization that is doing powerful work in the fight against modern slavery. I joined following a Volunteer Orientation in October 2018 and am so thankful I did. I am continually inspired by their work. Its members are passionate, knowledgable and committed. As a newcomer to the group, it is refreshing to feel so welcomed to participate and I am impressed by the Coalition's leadership. They do a wonderful job of aligning volunteers with work or committee memberships that suit their particular expertise and talents. I highly recommend the NJCAHT and would strongly encourage learning more through their website, social media presence, or by attending their next volunteer orientation.

The premiere organization in New Jersey for edvocating on behalf of survivors -through education, training, advocacy , and across all disciplines- coommunity, law enforcement, education, healthcare

I have had the pleasure of working with the New Jersey Coalition Against Human Trafficking (NJCAHT) for almost a year now, and I continue to be impressed and inspired every day by the dedication of the people I work with – their compassion is only rivaled by their determination – and the impact of the work that they do. It should be noted that NJCAHT is currently an all-volunteer organization, which makes the efforts of all these individuals that much more admirable. Everyone does this work on their own time, in addition to their other responsibilities and endeavors, because they are passionate about preventing people from being trafficked in the future, rescuing people who are being trafficked right now, and supporting people who have been trafficked in the past. As a coalition, the work of this organization intersects with so many other people from various vocations, backgrounds and organizations. People from all different faiths unite as one for the common purpose of abolishing slavery. The work done is on many fronts: raising awareness of the issues, training others to recognize the signs and providing tools to help them, locating victims, supporting survivors by connecting them with resources – including for deep trauma and long-term, ongoing recovery – connecting with communities, making inroads in the areas of education, healthcare, law enforcement and the arts and, of course, legislative advocacy. This list is tip of the iceberg. I would encourage anyone with an interest to inquire and learn more; there are many ways to serve and time commitment can be the minimum amount you can spare. As someone at a recent meeting once said quite eloquently: “When one of us is enslaved, none of us are free.”

Being a part of this organization has changed my life for the better because I am now even more motivated to continue my efforts against human trafficking and to continue my education so that I can provide victims of this crime with counseling and a chance at a better life. I learned so much through the internship I had with this organization and there is still so much more I want to learn so that I can bring awareness of this issue back home to my town and my family. These are just baby steps but I know that with this organization we can spread worldwide awareness and bring about change to such a major issue in this world!

I had the pleasure of being an intern for this organization. Everyone involved is so passionate and dedicated to ending human trafficking, it's truly an incredible non-profit filled with wonderful people.

I'm so honored I was able to be an intern in the NJCAHT organization. I came in knowing I wanted to go into law enforcement and become a detective in hopes to join the FBI. During this whole experience I was exposed to the realness of human trafficking and the lack of knowledge people know about it and much less talk about the topic. I've had this growing desire to help people in all different situations, but hearing the life traumas face-to-face of the victims themselves has broaden my horizon and redirected my career path. I'm still pursuing my detective dream job, but plan on specializing in sexual assault victims and that's all thanks to the New Jersey Coalition Against Human Trafficking. I could never thank this organization enough for the experiences, knowledge, and new perspective I've gained. Thanks a million!!!

Amazing organization! I had the privilege of participating in their Intern program this winter. The members of the Coalition are very passionate about this issue and do a great job at advocating to others. I learned so much in this short time and look forward to continue volunteering in the Coalition and spreading the word to others!

I had the pleasure of being an intern for this program. Such a wonderful group of people coming together to abolish a topic that is rarely talked about. Everyone in the coalition is outstanding and I cannot wait to get involved some more!

This past winter I had the wonderful opportunity of interning at the New Jersey Coalition Against Human Trafficking. This internship not only gave me hands on experience, but it also opened my eyes to a serious issue. A classroom will never be able to amount to what I learned about human trafficking through this internship. Despite the internship being short I was enlightened and empowered the whole time. I am beyond proud of being able to put a production with such great people. Thank you NJ Coalition, for granting me this opportunity.

I have volunteered with the NJCAHT for 5 years and am always impressed at the passion and expertise with which the membership engages in the fight against human trafficking. I now serve on the board, and my respect and admiration for the NJCAHT continues to grow. With a diverse group of volunteers (individuals and organizations) working together in unity, we have seen great strides in the fight against human trafficking. Through legislative, healthcare, education, arts, and other efforts, awareness is being raised and appropriate responses to violations are in place. I give my highest recommend to this nonprofit organization.

I first got involved in fighting human trafficking back in 2006, when I started working with the Coalition of Catholic Organizations Against Human Trafficking and the US Conference of Catholic Bishops/Migration and Refugee Services, who then had the contract from the US Department of Health and Human Services to administer grants to service providers nationwide. Since then I have gotten involved locally where I live in the New York metropolitan area, working among other things on a pro bono pilot project with the newly-established New York Human Trafficking Intervention Courts. I got involved with the NJ Coalition Against Human Trafficking around the time that it helped to draft and pass the then-most comprehensive human trafficking laws in the country. Since then I have become a member of the Steering Committee and the Legislative Committee. This organization is phenomenal. It has over 150 member organizations, works with all levels of local, state, and federal governmental agencies and law making bodies, offers many diverse opportunities for anyone to get involved in fighting human trafficking. I highly recommend anyone who is interested in this field to join us. It is well worth it! We'd love to have you.

I am a Survivor of HT. The NJCOHT has made a indescribable difference in my life as well countless other victims and survivors. I am extremely grateful for everything they represent and continue to do..The Coalition continues to be an intricate part of my long term recovery allowing me the role to Speak and Consult in having a voice to be heard, bringing awareness and hope to others. The shame, fear and trauma I have suffered most of my life has significantly reduced as a result of the support, understanding and compassion that the coalition has provided and continues to provide in my life and others. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.

Hello I am a Survivor of abuse and human trafficking. Crippled by my fear, shame, trauma and secrets from the past I always prayed for support and a safe place. Although I went to Counseling I felt that it was just as important to have a support group as well as using my experience and trauma from my past to help others and to bring awareness. I felt alone and discouraged until I found the NJ Coalition for Human Trafficking through someone in my church. My prayers were not only answered but they were answered abundantly. I couldn’t believe such a group existed as I began to meet so many amazing and caring individuals that were making a huge difference for a needy and worthy cause. The compassion, gentleness, kindness and understanding I found through the Coalition of HT was beyond something I could ever imagine. The Coalitions understanding, strong desire to want to make a difference in this horrible world of Trafficking is something I didn’t even know existed. Kate Lee along with everyone else who is part of the Coalition have accepted me, brought me hope, encouragement and always looking after my best interest and making me feel safe. I could share with you as a survivor that the NJ Coalitions ongoing mission to make a difference in human trafficking for victims and survivors has brought me much hope and ease knowing how hard they are working to change things. As a Survivor the NJ Coalition of HT has been an intricate part of personally changing my life and I am forever grateful for each and everyone of these beautiful people. I could also speak for countless other survivors who I have met through the NJ Coalitions resources. I have and continue to develope strong relationships, healing and sharing with other survivors on retreats and other workshops that have been invaluable all solely because of the NJ Coalition of human trafficking. I am and will always be forever grateful. Thank you to all who embraced me and other survivors, thank you for being the change and thank you for meeting us where we’re at and constantly working endless hours to make a difference. I honestly never thought there were people who existed that really care not only to accept, love and support us but to work so hard in making changes and bringing awareness. I am humbled and grateful. Thank you all-

I recently became a Board member of the NJCAHT and am filled with gratitude to be a part of this organization. NJCAHT is volunteer strong and tirelessly works with several organizations to raise awareness on the the issue of human trafficking as well as advocate for change. The NJCAHT mission is to abolish human trafficking and brings together individuals and groups to support victims as well as take action to help eliminate modern day slavery.

The NJCAHT is an extraordinary group of volunteers from across the state of New Jersey with the mission to unite NJ communities to abolish human trafficking. I am currently a volunteer with the Coalition and am inspired by the passion and dedication of its members. Since its inception in 2011, the Coalition has gown to a diverse group of 150 organizations working together to advocate, educate, train, and raise awareness on the issue of human trafficking.

The NJCAHT continues to save lives by raising awareness about Human Trafficking. It’s reach is expanding through partnership with organizations and communities throughout New Jersey. An example of this expansion can be found when exploring the work done by its committee’s. All communities, businesses and organization should consider partnering with the Coalition.

As a five-year volunteer with the New Jersey Coalition Against Human Trafficking, I have been inspired by the commitment and camaraderie of the members. There is power is the unity of our diverse membership who are united in a common goal. I also appreciate that the Coalition is actively recruiting and developing young adults to continue this work. The Coalition recognizes the importance of developing the next generation of abolitionists.

Throughout the year, the Coalition hosts several hands-on trainings for high school and student leaders who gain hands-on experience in developing public education for their campuses. The Coalition welcomes students to serve on its five standing committees and runs a special internship program for undergraduate college students during the Winter Break. The Coalition also provides scholarships to college students interested in developing initiatives to fight human trafficking.

Louise Murray, MSW, Ph.D.

The New Jersey Coalition Against Human Trafficking is an effective non-profit that has untied over 150 organizations throughout the state of New Jersey to combine their efforts to abolish modern-day slavery. The strength of the Coalition are the large number of highly-effective committees comprised of volunteers dedicated to making a difference and serving a cause greater than themselves. The New Jersey Coalition Against Human Trafficking empowers citizens to stand with conviction and take action against the largest human rights violation on the planet; human slavery.

Until I volunteered with this incredible organization, I had no idea how prevalent human trafficking was in the United States let alone NJ. The Coalition sponsors many diverse learning experiences and volunteer opportunities throughout the year to educate and inform individuals about modern day slavery. I have attended numerous functions including the viewing of the movie, “I Am Jane Doe.” The diverse organizations that comprise the Coalition are wonderful, dedicated, fully committed volunteers.

The NJ Coalition Against Human Trafficking Inc is an amazing organization. The impact of the work that has been done can not be expressed completely in this review. I can attest to the passion, determination and hard work that the Coalition exudes everyday in their mission to end Human Trafficking. As a member agency, the support to the Coalition provides to it's member agencies and the survivors of Human Trafficking is the most impactful I have every experienced working in survivor services for almost 20 years ( and everyone does this on a volunteer basis! incredible!) Could not have moved so far in the Human Trafficking Movement in NJ without them!

The New Jersey Coalition Against Human Trafficking is reviving the spirit of the 19th century abolitionist movement. The coalition has educated the state of New Jersey about the risk factors, warning signs, and complexities of human trafficking for more then five years. This group of committed and passionate people inspire me on daily basis, their determined conviction has made an incredible impact on my life and career. The inspiring work of the NJCAHT is highly-effective and making a real difference in the lives of many people.

The New Jersey Coalition Against Human Trafficking has grown from a small group of committed individuals to a coalition of over 140 different organizations which is known nationwide for its excellent advocacy, education and camaraderie and professionalism. It is an honor to serve on the Steering Committee and volunteer alongside such knowledgeable and committed individuals to help eradicate human trafficking, and more importantly, to educate the communities-at-large throughout the state of New Jersey about the dangers which are so prevalent for the children and other individuals.

The NJCAHT is an amazing group of volunteers from across the state (NJ) who really work together to advocate, educate, train and raise awareness of the community about the issues of Human Trafficking. The individuals who comprise this Coalition are well educated about these issues and are passionate and willing to do whatever necessary to abolish Human Trafficking.
I am proud to be a member and leader of this organization. I will continue to promote our "good work" and will recruit new members who can help us to expand our efforts.

The NJ Coalition Against Human Trafficking is at the forefront of uniting diverse organizations, nonprofits, law enforcement, educators, healthcare providers, faith-based and community groups with a goal of preventing and eradicating human trafficking. Public outreach and initiatives helped locate missing teens and pushed NJ legislators to create one of the strongest anti-human trafficking laws in the US (the Human Trafficking Prevention, Protection and Treatment Act).

I have volunteered with this organization since it first started working to unite communities to end human trafficking in 2011. It has been an inspiration to me, especially because of the diverse groups it brings together with a common goal. It helped to push through the 2013 Human Trafficking Prevention, Protection and Treatment Act and continues to review state laws to be the best they can be at prosecuting traffickers and helping survivors of modern day slavery. It has now become an official 501c3 and has multiple committees working to make an impact in different ways.