Tomorrow, May 5th, is the National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls (MMIWG) movement to end the endemic of violence against Indigenous people.
Wear red to bring awareness and take a stand with our Indigenous family and friends. The violence must end.

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27 children rescued in 5-week operation in Tampa Bay area

TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) — The U.S. Marshals Service just completed a five-week operation to rescue critically at-risk children in Hillsborough and Pinellas counties.

A multi-agency task force, dubbed “Operation Seminole Saber” rescued 27 children from potential trafficking and other dangerous situations.

Price said the operation was a success.

“We were able to recover a number of potential human trafficking victims,” he said. 

Great job Tampa Bay taskforce and US Marshall's.

www.wfla.com/news/hillsborough-county/27-children-rescued-in-5-week-operation-in-tampa-bay-area/

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🙏🏽 Today is National Day of Prayer.
Let's unite in prayer for our children, victims, survivors, and organizations tirelessly working to provide resources, safety, and prevention. Remember to lift up law enforcement, lawyers, and those who enact and uphold our laws.
Together, let's pray for our nation and those who strive to make positive changes.

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Protecting our children through prevention is key in keeping them safe from online predators.

In today's digital age, keeping our children safe online is more important than ever.
Prevention is Love Missions' number one goal, as it's easier to prevent harm than to heal from it. Here are some essential tips to help safeguard our children:

Open Communication:
Foster open, honest conversations with your children about online safety. Encourage them to come to you with any concerns or questions.

Educate:
Teach your children about the dangers of sharing personal information online and the importance of privacy settings on social media platforms.

Monitor:
Keep an eye on your child's online activity by setting parental controls and regularly checking their browsing history.

Set Boundaries:
Establish clear guidelines for internet usage, including time limits and appropriate websites and apps.

Stay Informed:
Stay up-to-date on the latest online trends and potential risks, so you can better protect your child from harm.

👉Contact us to train your business, youth group, school, church, organization, and/or parent group together so we can work together to keep your children safe.

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🙏As we exit April and Child Abuse Awareness Month, let's reflect on the sobering reality that millions of children worldwide suffer from abuse and neglect. 

The Blue Sunday Child Abuse Prevention initiative calls upon the faith community to unite in prayer on April 28, 2024, as a collective act of solidarity and support for all vulnerable children.

Child Abuse Prevention Month holds a poignant history, stemming from a report that captured the attention of President Ronald Reagan in 1983. Yet, despite increased awareness and efforts, the number of abused children continues to rise, with over six million new reports of abuse annually and 1600 child abuse-related deaths recorded each year. One instance of abuse is one too many.

The statistics are heartbreaking: one in four girls and one in six boys will experience sexual abuse before turning 18. 

Moreover, many incidents of child abuse are intertwined with drug and alcohol misuse, perpetuating a cycle of suffering and trauma.

Tragically, within just one year of aging out of the foster care system, 66% of victims find themselves homeless, trafficked, incarcerated, or worse.

In the United States alone, an estimated 300,000 children are commercially exploited every year, robbed of their innocence and dignity. It's a crisis that demands urgent attention and action.

On Blue Sunday, let us lift our voices in prayer for these precious children:

Pray for their swift removal from abusive situations.

Pray for loving, nurturing placements where they can find safety and protection.

Pray for healing of their minds and bodies, restoring their sense of worth and dignity.

Pray for the tireless efforts of those working to protect and rescue them, providing them with the support and resources they need.

Beyond prayer, let's commit to educating ourselves about the signs of abuse, volunteering with organizations dedicated to child protection, and advocating for policies that prioritize the safety and well-being of all children.

Together, let's strive to ensure that black and blue are merely colors in a child's crayon box, not symbols of their suffering.

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