Join us in the fight against child sex trafficking
Triumph over trafficking alliance
We grow community networks that can foster freedom from sexually motivated exploitation, assault, and abuse.
OUR MISSION
The mission of Triumph Over Trafficking Alliance is to provide essential resources for children
and youth in Southwest Missouri who have experienced or are at a high risk of experiencing sexually motivated exploitation, abuse, or assault. We increase public awareness through
community collaboration and education and provide a coordinated approach to
empowering survivors of sexual violence.
Who We Are
Triumph Over Trafficking Alliance (TOTA) was founded in 2022 in response to the immense need for resources that serve children and youth who experience sexual exploitation throughout the Southwest Missouri region. Our TOTA team strives to protect people aged birth to 24 years old from sexual trauma by providing resources that educate and empower against sexually motivated trafficking, assault, and abuse. Through our partnerships with affiliate organizations, we grow community networks that can bring safety from sexual exploitation to future generations. Together, we extend awareness of sexual violence to inspire community action.
What We do
Our TOTA team offers resources to survivors of sexual trauma and those at high risk of experiencing sexual violence. These resources stem from H.E.A.R.T. and address the needs of:
· Healing of mind, body and spirit
· Education
· Advocacy
· Recovery/protection
· Training in life and job skills
Through our programs connected to H.E.A.R.T., we educate communities on the reach of sexual exploitation within their own backyards. We further equip community members with the tools they need to foster freedom from sources of sexual violence. The community networks we grow through our partnerships serve to bring safety from sexual exploitation to future generations.
In 2000, the federal government passed the Trafficking Victims Protection Act. The act states that a person under 18 who is induced to perform a commercial sex act is a victim of a severe form of trafficking (22U.S.C.7102) and not a perpetrator of prostitution. We seek to establish more federal laws and policies that can restore power to survivors of sexual trauma.
HOW WE HELP
Our team uses a range of collected resources to create a path toward recovery for survivors of sexual violence ages birth to 24 years old. This includes:
- Gas cards or Lyft/Uber gift cards for supplying transportation to counseling visits
- Collaboration with affiliate organizations and community members like you make bringing hope, dignity, and freedom to survivors of sexual violence possible.
Comfort bags
We put together Comfort Bags to provide victims of sexual violence with essential clothing, hygiene, and comfort items in the moments when they’re most needed.
What's in a Comfort Bag?
Duffle Bag or Backpack
Sweatpants & T-shirt or Sweatshirt
Packaged Snacks
Stuffed Comfort Animal & Blanket
Undergarments or Diapers
Trial Size Hygiene Products
By The Numbers
In the United States
17, 200
reports of child sex trafficking in 2021
1 in 6
of the more than 25,000 cases of children reported missing in 2021 who had run away were likely victims of child sex trafficking
All 50 states
received reports of sex trafficking with incidents occurring in urban, rural, and suburban communities
8
Missouri is ranked eighth in the nation for highest number of human trafficking cases per population
Support Us
We restore power to those exposed to or at risk of experiencing sexual trauma when we stand united against acts of sexual violence. There are many ways every individual or group can contribute to TOTA. With your support, we can bring brighter futures to survivors of sexual exploitation.
If you’re looking for ways to get involved, fill out this form and we’ll be in touch!
Get Involved
Volunteers form the backbone of our organization. Each plays a crucial role in growing community networks that can bring safety from sexual exploitation to future generations. We are grateful to all who contribute to our TOTA team.
There are many ways to join our growing efforts, with rewarding roles available in:
- Gathering and sorting donations
- Data entry
- Marketing
- Transportation of resources
- Event planning and fundraising
Please contact us to learn more about volunteer opportunities near you. Thank you for helping foster freedom from sexual trauma.
Donate now
Mail donations to: P.O. Box 1164, Springfield, MO 65801
Email: info@triumphovertrafficking.org
Facebook: Triumph Over Trafficking Alliance