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February H.O.P.E. for Service Providers
Feb
26
12:00 PM12:00

February H.O.P.E. for Service Providers

Join our virtual H.O.P.E. training on Thursday, Feb. 26, from 12:00 to 1:30 p.m. to equip yourself to address and prevent human trafficking. Enhance your ability to recognize trafficking, support survivors, and drive systemic change. Gain insights on: sex trafficking dynamics, trauma-informed care, risk assessment, engagement strategies, and collaboration.

Open to: Social workers, healthcare professionals, counselors, case managers, shelter staff, legal advocates, and others working with vulnerable populations.

For community members, educators, and volunteers, please please sign up for our H.O.P.E. for Community Members.

LEARN MORE AND REGISTER HERE

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February H.O.P.E. for Community Members
Feb
26
6:00 PM18:00

February H.O.P.E. for Community Members

Join our virtual H.O.P.E. training on Thursday, Feb. 26, from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. to learn about sex trafficking and explore volunteer opportunities with REST. In this session, you’ll gain a clear understanding of trafficking dynamics, learn prevention strategies, and leave with tools to educate others and advocate for supportive policies.

Open to: Community members, educators, and volunteers.

For professionals (social workers, healthcare providers, counselors, etc.), please sign up for our H.O.P.E. for Service Providers.

LEARN MORE AND REGISTER HERE

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February Caffeinated Conversations @ Woods Coffee
Feb
12
10:00 AM10:00

February Caffeinated Conversations @ Woods Coffee

Need a brew‑tiful start to your day? Join us at Woods Coffee meeting room, located at 625 116th Ave NE in Bellevue, on Thursday, Feb. 12, anytime between 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. for a casual drop-in event. Let’s pour over the realities of sex trafficking in our communities, REST’s work to expand pathways to freedom, safety, and hope for survivors, and how you can get involved. Come sip, chat, and latte us work together to brew positive change!

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How Can I Partner To End Trafficking? Webinar
Jan
27
12:00 PM12:00

How Can I Partner To End Trafficking? Webinar

Join us for a free online webinar on Tuesday, Jan. 27, 2026, from 12:00 to 12:30 p.m. We will explore practical ways to partner with survivors and take action to help end trafficking in our community.

You will hear from Josh Cuellar, Philanthropy Manager at REST, along with special guests and longtime REST supporters, Jenna and Caleb Butler, our 2025 Stronger Together Award recipients. Come ready to learn, get inspired, and discover meaningful ways to get involved.

If you cannot attend live, please still register and we will send you a link to the recording.

REGISTER HERE

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January H.O.P.E. for Community Members
Jan
22
6:00 PM18:00

January H.O.P.E. for Community Members

Join our virtual H.O.P.E. training on Thursday, Jan. 22, from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. to learn about sex trafficking and explore volunteer opportunities with REST. In this session, you’ll gain a clear understanding of trafficking dynamics, learn prevention strategies, and leave with tools to educate others and advocate for supportive policies.

Open to: Community members, educators, and volunteers.

For professionals (social workers, healthcare providers, counselors, etc.), please sign up for our H.O.P.E. for Service Providers.

LEARN MORE AND REGISTER HERE

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January H.O.P.E. for Service Providers
Jan
22
12:00 PM12:00

January H.O.P.E. for Service Providers

Join our virtual H.O.P.E. training on Thursday, Jan. 22, from 12:00 to 1:30 p.m. to equip yourself to address and prevent human trafficking. Enhance your ability to recognize trafficking, support survivors, and drive systemic change. Gain insights on: sex trafficking dynamics, trauma-informed care, risk assessment, engagement strategies, and collaboration.

Open to: Social workers, healthcare professionals, counselors, case managers, shelter staff, legal advocates, and others working with vulnerable populations.

For community members, educators, and volunteers, please please sign up for our H.O.P.E. for Community Members.

LEARN MORE AND REGISTER HERE

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REST’s 15 Years of Success in Supporting Survivors Webinar
Jan
20
12:00 PM12:00

REST’s 15 Years of Success in Supporting Survivors Webinar

For the past 15 years, REST has been honored to walk alongside survivors of sex trafficking on their journey toward freedom, safety, and hope. We have learned so much by partnering with survivors, and we are eager to share what we have learned with our community.

Join us for a free, online webinar on Tuesday, Jan. 20, from 12:00 to 12:30 p.m. as Yasminda Dorrough, Director of Survivor Services, and Josh Cuellar, Philanthropy Manager, reflect on REST’s journey and look ahead to ways we can expand our influence in 2026. See you there!

If you cannot attend live, please still register and we will send you a link to the recording.

REGISTER HERE

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Dispelling Myths About Trafficking Webinar
Jan
13
12:00 PM12:00

Dispelling Myths About Trafficking Webinar

Join us for a free, online webinar for Human Trafficking Prevention Month on Tuesday, Jan. 13, from 12:00 to 12:30 p.m. You will hear from Josh Cuellar, Philanthropy Manager at REST, as we address common misconceptions about human trafficking to build a clearer understanding of what trafficking is, what it is not, and how to respond with awareness and care.

We will close with time for Q and A, so come with your curiosity and questions. If you cannot attend live, please still register and we will send you a link to the recording.

REGISTER HERE

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December Caffeinated Conversations
Dec
8
11:00 AM11:00

December Caffeinated Conversations

Need a brew‑tiful start to your day? Join us at Pilgrim Coffeehouse, located at 10002 Aurora Ave N #22 in Seattle, on Monday, Dec. 8, anytime between 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. for a casual drop-in event. Let’s pour over the realities of sex trafficking in our communities, REST’s work to expand pathways to freedom, safety, and hope for survivors, and how you can get involved. Come sip, chat, and latte us work together to brew positive change!

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November Caffeinated Conversations
Nov
6
12:00 PM12:00

November Caffeinated Conversations

Perk up your afternoon with coffee and conversation on Thursday, Nov. 6! Join us at Little Oddfellows, located at 1521 10th Ave in Seattle, anytime from 12:00 to 1:00 p.m. for a casual drop-in event. Let’s pour over the realities of sex trafficking in our communities, REST’s work to expand pathways to freedom, safety, and hope for survivors, and how you can get involved. Come sip, chat, and latte us work together to brew positive change!

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September Caffeinated Conversations
Sep
16
12:00 PM12:00

September Caffeinated Conversations

Perk up your afternoon with coffee and conversation on Tuesday, Sept. 16! Join us at Third Place Commons, located at 17171 Bothell Way NE in Lake Forest Park, anytime from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. for a casual drop-in event. Let’s pour over the realities of sex trafficking in our communities, REST’s work to expand pathways to freedom, safety, and hope for survivors, and how you can get involved. Come sip, chat, and latte us work together to brew positive change!

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June Caffeinated Conversations
Jun
17
10:30 AM10:30

June Caffeinated Conversations

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Need a brew‑tiful start to your day? Join us at Grand Central Bakery in Wallingford on Tuesday, June 17, from 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., at 1607 N. 45th St., Seattle. Come learn about sex trafficking, REST’s mission, and how we support victims and survivors. Let’s stir up positive change together—one cup at a time!

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May Caffeinated Conversations
May
29
12:00 PM12:00

May Caffeinated Conversations

Perk up your afternoon with coffee and conversation on Thursday, May 29! Join us at Pilgrim Coffeehouse, located at 10002 Aurora Ave N #22 in Seattle, anytime from 12:00 to 2:00 p.m. for a casual drop-in event. Let’s pour over the realities of sex trafficking in our communities, REST’s work to expand pathways to freedom, safety, and hope for survivors, and how you can get involved. Come sip, chat, and latte us work together to brew positive change!

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April Caffeinated Conversations
Apr
24
3:00 PM15:00

April Caffeinated Conversations

Brew up some change with us on Thursday, Apr. 24! Swing by Diva Espresso at The Hangar, located at 6728 NE 181st St #3805 in Kenmore, anytime from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. for a casual, drop-in event. Let’s espresso some solidarity, share ideas, and latte you in on the work REST is doing to expand pathways to freedom, safety, and hope for survivors. Together, we can stir up positive change—one cup at a time!

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March Caffeinated Conversations
Mar
27
9:00 AM09:00

March Caffeinated Conversations

Start your morning the brew-tiful way with coffee and conversation on Thursday, Mar. 27! Join us at Temple Pastries located at 2524 S Jackson St #104 in Seattle, anytime from 9:00 to 11:00 a.m. for a casual drop-in event. Let’s espresso our commitment to ending sex trafficking as you latte about REST’s work to expand pathways to freedom, safety, and hope for survivors. Together, we can stir up positive change—one cup at a time. Don’t miss this oppor-tunity to mocha difference!

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Ask Me Anything with Dr. Susanna Southworth
Mar
4
12:00 PM12:00

Ask Me Anything with Dr. Susanna Southworth

Join REST on Tuesday, Mar. 4 from 12:00 to 12:30 p.m., for an Ask Me Anything webinar with Dr. Susanna Southworth, an attorney and advocate fighting to end human trafficking and child sexual exploitation. As founder of Restore the Child, PLLC, she represents survivors in complex legal cases and champions prevention education and trauma-informed advocacy. Susanna also serves in leadership roles with Rotary International, CHILD USA, and previously the Organization for Prostitution Survivors (OPS). Don’t miss this chance to learn from an expert on the frontlines—bring your questions and join the conversation!

*If you register but are unable to attend, you will receive a recording of the webinar.

REGISTER

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February Caffeinated Conversations
Feb
27
2:30 PM14:30

February Caffeinated Conversations

Wind down your day by sipping on some java and soaking in inspiration on Thursday, Feb. 27! Swing by Macrina Bakery & Cafe located at 8501 Roosevelt Way NE, Seattle, anytime from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. for a drop-in/out event. Perk up your knowledge about sex trafficking in our communities, our organization, and what we're doing to expand pathways to freedom, safety, and hope for victims and survivors. Let's stir up some positive change in our community!

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January Caffeinated Conversations
Jan
30
2:00 PM14:00

January Caffeinated Conversations

Wind down your day by sipping on some java and soaking in inspiration on Thursday, Jan. 30! Swing by Little Oddfellows, located at 1521 10th Ave, Seattle, anytime from 2:00 to 4:30 p.m. for a drop-in/out event. Perk up your knowledge about sex trafficking in our communities, our organization, and what we're doing to expand pathways to freedom, safety, and hope for victims and survivors. Let's stir up some positive change in our community!

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December Caffeinated Conversations
Dec
19
8:00 AM08:00

December Caffeinated Conversations

Need a brew-tiful start to your day? Join us for a drop-in/out event at Olympia Coffee on Thursday, December 19th, from 8:00 to 10:30 a.m. at 4824 Rainier Ave S, Seattle. Come learn about sex trafficking, REST’s mission, and how we’re supporting victims and survivors. Let’s stir up some positive change together—one cup at a time!

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November Caffeinated Conversations
Nov
14
10:30 AM10:30

November Caffeinated Conversations

Need a late morning or early afternoon pick-me-up? Sip on some java and soak in inspiration on Thursday, November 14th, by swinging by Woods Coffee Meeting Room from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at 625 116th Ave. NE in Bellevue. Come learn about sex trafficking, REST’s mission, and how we’re supporting victims and survivors. Let’s stir up some positive change together—one cup at a time!

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October Caffeinated Conversations
Oct
30
10:00 AM10:00

October Caffeinated Conversations

Need a brew-tiful start to your day? Join us at Pilgrim Coffeehouse on Wednesday, October 30th, from 10:00 to 11:30 a.m. at 10002 Aurora Ave N #22, Seattle. Come learn about sex trafficking, REST’s mission, and how we’re supporting victims and survivors. Let’s stir up some positive change together—one cup at a time!

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Caffeinated Conversations
Jun
26
9:00 AM09:00

Caffeinated Conversations

Need a morning or early afternoon pick-me-up? Sip on some java and soak in inspiration on Wednesday, June 26th, by swinging by Oddfellows Café + Bar!

Perched at 1525 10th Ave, in Seattle, stop by anytime from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., to perk up your knowledge about sex trafficking in our communities, our organization, and what we're doing to expand pathways to freedom, safety, and hope for victims and survivors.

Let's stir up some positive change in our community!

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Pathways to Freedom Luncheon: Women Trailblazers
Jun
7
12:00 PM12:00

Pathways to Freedom Luncheon: Women Trailblazers

***REGISTRATION CLOSED***

Join us for an empowering luncheon featuring women leaders who are making a positive impact in our community and inspiring us to blaze new trails. Guest speakers include: Olive Goh, CFA, Executive Director, Banker, J.P. Morgan Private Bank, Yasminda Dorrough, Director of Survivor Services, REST, and Janice Davis Lee, MBA, President and CEO, TACOMA URBAN LEAGUE. Lunch is provided by our generous sponsors: Columbia Distributing, Greet Magazine and Latterell Law. Register here.

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StolenYouth's Annual Luncheon: Not On Our Watch
May
7
11:30 AM11:30

StolenYouth's Annual Luncheon: Not On Our Watch

StolenYouth a Seattle-based 501c3 non-profit with a mission to end child sex trafficking in Washington state will host its annual luncheon on Tuesday, May 7 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. in the newly renovated Seattle Convention Center.

This event is geared toward educating the community about child sex trafficking locally and galvanizing them to stand up and say, “Not on our watch, and not in our state.” Since its inception 12 years ago, StolenYouth has raised nearly $10 million to fight the sexual exploitation of children and youth.

Join them as the City of Seattle and Mayor Bruce Harrell begin their program by proclaiming May 7th as Child Sex Trafficking Prevention Day.

For additional event details and to RSVP.

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Caffeinated Conversations
Apr
25
7:00 AM07:00

Caffeinated Conversations

Brew up a perfect start to your day by sipping on some java and soaking in inspiration on Thursday, April 25!

Swing by Woods Coffee Meeting Room, perched at 625 116th Ave. NE in Bellevue, anytime from 7:00 to 9:00 a.m. to perk up your knowledge about sex trafficking in our communities, our organization, and what we're doing to expand pathways to freedom, safety and hope for victims and survivors.

Let's stir up some positive change in our community!

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Caffeinated Conversations
Feb
22
7:00 AM07:00

Caffeinated Conversations

Brew up a perfect start to your day by sipping on some java and soaking in inspiration on Thursday, Feb. 22!

Swing by Macrina Bakery & Cafe, located at 746 19th Ave E in Seattle, anytime from 7:00 to 9:00 a.m. to perk up your knowledge about sex trafficking in our communities, our organization, and what we're doing to expand pathways to freedom, safety and hope for victims and survivors.

Let's stir up some positive change in our community!

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Human Trafficking Prevention in the Pacific North West
Feb
21
6:00 PM18:00

Human Trafficking Prevention in the Pacific North West

The Rotary Club of the Pacific Northwest Ending Sex Trafficking, supported by District 5030 is hosting a free education workshop featuring 3strands on Wednesday, Feb. 21, from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. PST.

Let's come together as community members to connect and protect! This workshop aims to provide valuable information and tips on addressing online safety and preventing human trafficking.

Educate and empower yourself with knowledge that can make a real difference, and learn how to talk to people of all ages about these critical issues.

Save the date and join this insightful session that includes a Q&A, ensuring you leave with the tools to make a positive impact. Space is limited to the first 100 registrants. Secure your spot today! https://www.eventbrite.com/.../human-trafficking...

If you have any questions about the event, please contact Cynthia Cook at CynthiaC@3sgf.org.

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Caffeinated Conversations
Jan
31
8:00 AM08:00

Caffeinated Conversations

Brew up a perfect start to your day by sipping on some java and soaking in inspiration on Wednesday, Jan. 31!

Swing by Woods Coffee Meeting Room, perched at 625 116th Ave. NE in Bellevue, anytime from 8:00 to 9:00 a.m. to perk up your knowledge about sex trafficking in our communities, our organization, and what we're doing to expand pathways to freedom, safety and hope for victims and survivors.

Let's stir up some positive change in our community!

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EmpowerED Conversations: Understanding Sex Trafficking Series
Jan
18
5:00 PM17:00

EmpowerED Conversations: Understanding Sex Trafficking Series

Join us for a crucial in-person event featuring guest speakers, where you will learn about action steps that the community and local businesses can take to address the issue of sex trafficking on Aurora Avenue North in Seattle.

This meeting will be held from 5 pm to 7:30 pm on Thursday, Jan. 18 at the 125th Street Grill, 12255 Aurora Avenue North, Seattle, WA, 98133. The featured speaker is our co-founder and Director of Programs Audrey Baedke.

We invite community members, activists, and organizations to brainstorm effective strategies to combat this serious problem. Together, we can make a difference and create a safer environment for everyone.

Admission includes dinner for $30, and RSVP is required. RSVP on Eventbrite here.

If you do not want to purchase dinner on Eventbrite, you can RSVP to kphmediallc@gmail.com, and admission is free. Free parking at the restaurant is available.

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