Child welfare caseworkers are an invaluable resource in helping communities respond to the sex trafficking of children. Children involved with child welfare are at a greater risk for being targeted by traffickers because of their potentially unstable living situations, physical distance from friends and family, traumatic experiences and emotional vulnerability. Therefore, it is imperative that… MORE +
Reducing the Trauma of Child Sex Trafficking Victims – Q&A with Denise Abdoo
Children and youth who are victims of sex trafficking often experience high levels of trauma, which can have profound negative impacts on their physical, emotional and psychological well-being for decades. When working with these individuals, it is essential for child welfare professionals to recognize this past trauma and create supportive recovery environments. As a joint… MORE +
Empowering Survivors to Move Forward with Hope and Dignity
Brittany* was 15 when she was referred to Extended Hands of Hope by a caseworker from Jefferson County’s Department of Human Services. She had been in and out of jail since the age of nine, had a history of running away, and was grades behind in both math and reading. On top of this, her severe… MORE +
Imagine 2019
Thank you to all who attended! With your support we raised over $165,000 for child abuse prevention and treatment programs. At our Imagine 2019 luncheon, we were honored to award Cresa with the Imhoff Family Community Award and Jade Woodard with the Kempe Professional Award. We were also thrilled to welcome our keynote speaker, Jason… MORE +
We’re Putting the FUN in Fundraising this Summer!
The weather is about to heat up and so is fundraising for the Kempe Foundation! Help us raise money at different events in June so we can continue to keep all children safe and healthy by supporting experts in the field, advocating for children and engaging with communities. First up is the Piper Inn 50th… MORE +