May
3
Wed
LGBTQIA+ Workgroup @ Zoom
May 3 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
LGBTQIA+ Workgroup @ Zoom

The Statewide LGBTQIA+ Workgroup is open to any organization or researcher interested in improving the service infrastructure for LGBTQIA+ survivors of human trafficking. The goal of this workgroup is to build long-lasting partnerships and coordinated service responses. The structure of this meeting will consist of a training or guest speaker to talk about relevant topics related to the workgroup. The next hour will be a structured discussion focusing on identifying goals and objectives for 2023 activities. To register, follow this link: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMod-yhqTsqHNa4tQw92NN_P00_iso98mxm

May
16
Tue
Mental Health Workgroup @ Zoom
May 16 @ 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Mental Health Workgroup @ Zoom

The Statewide Mental Health Workgroup is a good fit for organizations that currently provide mental health services to human trafficking survivors. The goal of this workgroup is to build long-lasting partnerships dedicated to improving mental health resources for survivors. The structure of this meeting will consist of a training or guest speaker to talk about relevant topics related to the workgroup. The next hour will be structured discussions and activities focusing on identifying goals and objectives for 2023 activities. To register, please follow this link: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYqdOmoqzsjE9TkkeSpt0-F5unyTlTt-y0p

May
23
Tue
EduCATE: A CATE Statewide Training & Networking Conference @ Zoom
May 23 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
EduCATE: A CATE Statewide Training & Networking Conference @ Zoom | Jefferson City | MO | US
This event brings Missouri organizations together to strengthen our community effort to prevent and respond to human trafficking.

Join the Coalition Against Trafficking and Exploitation (CATE) on Tuesday, May 23, 2023, from 10 am until 12 pm for our annual Statewide networking and training event.

CATE is a united community movement to prevent and respond to human trafficking and exploitation. Our vision is to educate, spread awareness, and be a supportive resource to human trafficking service providers across the state of Missouri. The event is open to both CATE Coalition Members but also stakeholders throughout Missouri who wish to learn more about human trafficking and the referral networks and resources available.

Registration is free. Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEpcu2oqTMqG93emdYq19f4ejw-xk5HOLvu#/registration

May
24
Wed
Legal Services & Law Enforcement Workgroup @ Zoom
May 24 @ 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Legal Services & Law Enforcement Workgroup @ Zoom

The Statewide Legal Services & Law Enforcement Workgroup is restricted to legal services, first responders, and law enforcement officials only. At this meeting, we will discuss various barriers and potential solutions to better support human trafficking survivors. During these meetings, the first hour will feature a trainer or guest speaker that will provide information to assist with some of the challenges you might be facing as a professional. A structured community discussion will follow. If you are an active first responder, law enforcement, or legal services official interested in better supporting human trafficking survivors, register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZctceCpqDIuGNIXde9HxCMfQKMBxARZZUyp

Jun
1
Thu
Legislative Workgroup @ Virtual
Jun 1 @ 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Legislative Workgroup @ Virtual

The purpose of the legislative workgroup is to bring together advocates across the state to discuss current legislative bills, organize advocacy efforts, and prioritize focus bills. This workgroup will work together to advocate and create a strong, unified appearance at the capital. Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcvdeqrqD0rG9WEMTjoJGhwtkxhJh6999k5

Jun
21
Wed
Standards of Care Workgroup @ Virtual
Jun 21 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Standards of Care Workgroup @ Virtual

CATE will be launching our Standards of Care Wave 2 and we are looking for community feedback. Topics in Wave 2 include external capacity building, grant writing and research, and running a survivor-empowered organization. The agenda for this workgroup is to review SoC Wave 2, provide constructive feedback, and collaborate on the content launch. This event is invite only. If you would like to be involved, please email Genevieve Kosay at [email protected].

Jul
5
Wed
Healthcare Workgroup @ Virtual
Jul 5 @ 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Healthcare Workgroup @ Virtual

The statewide Healthcare Workgroup brings together healthcare professionals from across the state to discuss barriers, challenges, and possible solutions in supporting human trafficking survivors through a trauma-informed and survivor-centered approach. This workgroup is intended for healthcare professionals. Please register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZArfuqurTouEtPQoOAiZxdN5sJMxwcuon6V

Jul
20
Thu
Youth Services Workgroup @ Zoom
Jul 20 @ 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Youth Services Workgroup @ Zoom

The Statewide Youth Services Workgroup is a good fit for organizations and/or people who currently provide youth services that support youth human trafficking survivors.

The goal of the Statewide Youth Service Workgroup is to build a long-lasting, coordinated response to support youth human trafficking survivors in a trauma-informed and survivor-centered approach. The ongoing structure of this meeting will consist of an open session of training or a guest speaker to talk about relevant topics related to the workgroup. The next hour will be reserved for community discussion.

If you feel your programs/organization can actively contribute to these discussions and activities, register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEufuqspj8oHd2-OzYyaUmSldu4ArpDezhm

Jul
26
Wed
Adult Services Workgroup @ Virtual
Jul 26 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Adult Services Workgroup @ Virtual

The Statewide Adult Services Workgroup is a good fit for organizations and/or people who currently provide adult services that support human trafficking survivors.

The goal of the Statewide Adult Service Workgroup is to build a long-lasting coordinated response to support adult human trafficking survivors with a trauma-informed and survivor-centered approach. The purpose of this group is to identify specific and actionable goals for 2023 and 2024.

The ongoing structure of this meeting will consist of an open session of training or a guest speaker to talk about relevant topics related to the workgroup. The next hour will be reserved for community discussion.

If you feel your programs/organization can actively contribute to these discussions and activities, register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcudO6gqjkuH9ZstdYtzNGJkiMkDseMfz5y

Aug
2
Wed
LGBTQIA+ Workgroup @ Virtual
Aug 2 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
LGBTQIA+ Workgroup @ Virtual

The goal of the Statewide LGBTQIA+ Workgroup is to build a long-lasting, coordinated response to support LGBTQIA+ human trafficking survivors.

The meeting will begin with a training or guest speaker relevant to the pressing issues identified by the workgroup. Previous training focused on specific methods of advocating for LGBTQIA+ survivors. The meeting will then continue on for a community round-table to discuss barriers, challenges, and possible solutions to serving LGBTQIA+ survivors.

This workgroup is relevant for any person or organization that does anti-trafficking, anti-violence, or anti-exploitation work. Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIscO-hpzMrHta_dHdmdhKGRf1cEhXTHQzN