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Tharros Place Resources Toolkit​

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Savannah, Georgia Resources ​

Brightside Child and Family Advocacy
www.brightsideadvocacy.org/
  • ​Operates CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) and Family Visitation Center
  • ​​Use of Family Visitor’s Center for Tharros Place residents/former residents, and staff training on human trafficking
Chatham County Juvenile Court
https://courts.chathamcountyga.gov/Juvenile/Information
  • Have multiple programs, including H.O.P.E Court listed above, all intended to assist youth involved with the juvenile system to receive therapy, different services such as a youth educational shoplifting program, and mediation
Chatham County Safety Net Planning Council
​https://www.chathamsafetynet.org
  • Develops and implements programs to promote safety and resilience in Chatham County
  • Programs include: Prevent Suicide Today, Mindful Self-Compassion, Trauma-Sensitive Yoga, and Front Porch ACTS: Adolescents & Children Transforming Savannah
Coastal Children's Advocacy Center
https://www.ccac-savannah.org/​
  • Unites public, private, and community resources to provide each child who has suffered abuse with justice, hope, and healing
  • Provides services to approximately 220 child victims and witnesses, and an equivalent number of non-offending family members, each year
Heads-Up Guidance Services (HUGS)
https://www.headsupsavannah.org/​
  • Provides counseling for those who are under-insured or lacking the financial means to pay the high cost of services by offering low-cost, self-pay pricing. This is made possible by community donations and dedicated volunteers. HUGS’ counselors all volunteer their time and expertise to make counseling affordable.
H.O.P.E Court, Memorandum of Understanding; Referral Form
https://go.boarddocs.com/ga/sccs/Board.nsf/files/BXPNZJ625CD9/$file/hope%20court%20steering%20committe-community%20partner%20mou.pdf
  • Juvenile Court Treatment Court for victims of Human Trafficking
  • ​Critical partner in identifying victims, referrals, collaborating in juvenile court process
Mary's Place
https://www.marysplacega.org/
  • Rape Crisis Center
  • ​Counseling, case management, and aftercare for residents
Park Place Outreach
https://www.parkplaceyes.org/​
  • Youth Emergency Shelter for homeless youth
  • ​Partner in referrals for residents who are identified as victims of human trafficking and staff training on human trafficking
Mediation Center for Coastal Georgia
https://mediationsavannah.com/​
  • Provides mediation and conflict resolution services and Ambassadors of Peace conflict resolution education to residents
SIDC Traffick Jam
https://thesidc.org/
  • An annual event raising awareness of human trafficking, education about the issue, and inspiring change within the Georgia community
State of Georgia Resources
Children's Advocacy Centers of Georgia
https://www.cacga.org/
  • Conducts forensic interviews, family and victim advocacy, therapy and therapy referrals, medical exams and referrals
Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta; Stephanie Blank Center
https://www.choa.org/medical-services/child-protection-advocacy-center
  • Conducts forensic medical exams on minor victims of sex trafficking and sexual assault
CJCC Human Trafficking Task Force
https://cjcc.georgia.gov/human-trafficking-task-force
  • Protects the citizens of Georgia from perpetrators and systems of exploitation while concurrently working to support recovery of adults and victims of all forms of exploitation to ensure that they are ready for college, work, and a successful future
Covenant House Georgia
https://www.covenanthousega.org
  • ​Covenant House Georgia offers a range of programs and services, including street outreach, crisis shelter, community service center, Rights of Passage program, and health and wellness support.
Division of Family & Children Services 
​https://dfcs.georgia.gov/
  1. Child protective services
  2. The DFCS staff is increasingly being trained specifically to handle CSEC cases
Frontline Response 
https://www.frontlineresponse.org/
  • Picks up adult victim upon request and provides shelter and other services
Find Help Georgia
https://www.findhelpga.org​
1-800-244-5373
  • FindHelpGA.org connects you to essential community resources, including financial assistance, food pantries, medical care, child care, and job training.
Georgia Bureau of Investigation; Child Abuse Investigative Support Center
https://dofs-gbi.georgia.gov/departments/medical-examiners-office/child-abuse-investigative-support-center
  • Operates Child Exploitation and Computer Crimes Unit
  • Linked is the Child Abuse Investigative Support Center specifically for investigation of maltreatment of youth within Georgia
Georgia Center for Child Advocacy
https://www.georgiacenterforchildadvocacy.org
678-904-2880
  • The Georgia Center for Child Advocacy offers forensic interviews, advocacy, and trauma-focused therapy for abused children in DeKalb and Fulton Counties.
  • They provide statewide prevention education and professional training to address child abuse and trauma.
  • All services are free for children 17 and under, with a focus on comprehensive support and collaboration with various agencies.
Georgia Coalition to End Human Trafficking 
https://endhtga.org
1-866-363-4842
  • Leadership, direction, and best practices for human trafficking
  • Promotes consistency and a coordinated, victim-centered and trauma-informed response throughout Georgia
  • Operates hotline
GRACE Commission; Human Trafficking Awareness Training for Everyone
https://gov.georgia.gov/first-lady/grace-commission
  • Created by First Lady Marty Kemp to combat the threat of human trafficking in the State of Georgia
  • Composed of public officials, law enforcement, for-profit and non-profit organizations, faith-based institutions, and subject matter experts to tackle human trafficking, seek justice for victims, and hold bad actors accountable
Office of Georgia's Attorney General
https://law.georgia.gov/key-issues/human-trafficking/restriction-and-vacatur-forms​
  • The Georgia Attorney General’s website provides forms for restricting and vacating criminal records related to human trafficking.
  • These resources assist survivors in clearing their records to aid in their recovery and reintegration.
  • The site offers guidance on how to access and complete these forms to support individuals seeking to overcome past legal barriers.
Street Grace
https://www.streetgrace.org
  • Faith-based organization that utilizes evidence-based demand reduction strategies to eradicate the Commercial Sexual Exploitation of Children
Strong4Life
https://www.strong4life.com​
  • Strong4Life offers resources on parenting, emotional wellness, and building resilience for children and families facing mental health challenges.
  • They provide educational materials, expert advice, and community programs to support emotional well-being and address issues like anxiety and stress.
  • Their services include tools and workshops designed to help parents foster resilience and create a supportive environment for their children.
Tapestri
https://tapestri.org
  • Addresses needs of foreign-born survivors, provides crisis counseling, short term shelter and housing assistance, healthcare, legal and immigration uses, TESL, vocational and life skills training and translation services
Wellspring Living
https://wellspringliving.org/
470-467-3669
  • Residential facility in Atlanta Georgia for sexually trafficked youth ages 11-17. Have multiple established programs to help victims heal during and after their 90 days at the facility
UGA CEASE Clinic
http://cease.law.uga.edu
  1. Legal clinic at University of Georgia School of Law for Child Endangerment and Sexual Exploitation
  2. ​Provides free trauma-informed legal services to survivors of child sexual abuse and exploitation; increase access to justice for survivors
National Resources
Internet Matters
http://www.internetmatters.org
  1. Internet Matters offers resources and guidance for parents and caregivers on keeping children safe online and managing digital risks.
  2. The website provides practical advice, tools, and educational materials to support digital safety, including setting up parental controls and addressing online behavior.
  3. Their services aim to help families navigate the online world securely and promote healthy digital habits.
National Center for Missing and Exploited Children
http://www.missingkids.org
​1-800-THE-LOST (1-800-843-5678)
  1. The National Center for Missing & Exploited Children offers resources and support for locating and recovering missing children, as well as preventing child exploitation.
  2. Their website provides tools for reporting missing children, accessing safety resources, and learning about their initiatives and educational programs.
  3. They work with law enforcement and the community to ensure child safety and assist in the recovery of missing children.
National Center on Child Trafficking
https://ncct.gsu.edu/​
  1. The National Center for Civil and Human Rights at Georgia State University offers educational resources and training on civil and human rights issues.
  2. Their website provides information on their programs, research, and initiatives aimed at advancing social justice and addressing human rights challenges.
  3. They focus on promoting awareness, advocacy, and action to support civil rights and human dignity.
National Child Traumatic Stress Network
https://www.nctsn.org/resources​ 
​310-235-2633
  1. The National Child Traumatic Stress Network (NCTSN) provides resources and tools for addressing and treating child trauma.
  2. Their website offers educational materials, guidelines, and support for professionals, caregivers, and families dealing with traumatic stress in children.
  3. They focus on promoting effective practices and resources to help children and families heal from trauma and build resilience.
National Children's Advocacy Center
http://www.nationalcac.org 
256-533-KIDS (256-533-5437)
  • The National Children’s Advocacy Center (NCAC) supports the development of child advocacy centers (CACs) through training, resources, and advocacy.
  1. Their website offers information on best practices, professional development, and tools for improving the response to child abuse and supporting victims.
  2. They aim to enhance the effectiveness of CACs in providing comprehensive, multidisciplinary services to children and families affected by abuse.​
National Human Trafficking Hotline
https://humantraffickinghotline.org
1-888-373-7888
  1. The Human Trafficking Hotline provides resources and support for addressing human trafficking, including a 24/7 confidential hotline for victims and concerned individuals.
  2. Their website offers information on reporting trafficking, accessing assistance, and understanding trafficking issues and prevention strategies.
  3. They work to connect victims with services and raise awareness to combat human trafficking nationwide.
Thorn
http://www.thorn.org
  1. Thorn provides technology and resources to combat child sex trafficking and exploitation, focusing on creating innovative solutions to protect children online.
  2. They offer tools and support for law enforcement, organizations, and communities to identify and rescue victims and disrupt trafficking networks.
  3. The website features information on their initiatives, partnerships, and ways to get involved in the fight against child exploitation.
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