ABOUT US

The Lakeshore Human Trafficking Task Force is a collaboration of law enforcement, social services, faith communities, elected officials, people who’ve experienced and overcome human trafficking, and other community advocates dedicated to working together to make our community one that is trafficking-free.

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We are a registered nonprofit underneath the umbrella of The Hope Project, a faith-based non-profit in Muskegon, MI seeking to support the healing of girls and women who have survived sex trafficking and prevent further cases through mentoring and education.

Our Mission 

To provide a comprehensive community based response to human trafficking in Muskegon County and surrounding areas.

Our Approach

Prevent

Stop human trafficking before it starts in our community by collecting data , advocating for legislation, and addressing demand..

Educate

Share with our community accurate and current information about both sex and labor trafficking, the impact on individuals and the community, and how to identify and respond to victims.

Respond

Help member agencies respond to trafficking by advocating for victim-centered, trauma-informed and evidence-based services.

Support

Support the healing process for victims and survivors by building capacity agencies offering services to victims.

Connect

Provide opportunities and resources for stakeholder agencies and community members to network and build relationships that ultimately support the well-being of victims and survivors.

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LHTTF Members attend the 2019 Behind the Mask Masquerade Ball benefiting The Hope Project.