Slavery exists in our own backyards.
It is estimated that hundreds of thousands of people in the United States are sexually exploited each year. Worldwide, 26% of victims are children. These statistics are sobering, but they are not the end of the story. Passionate people like you are rewriting the ending.
Abolition Now is the resource website of Adorned In Grace. We are a collaboration of churches and anti-trafficking organizations bringing sex trafficking into the spotlight and pursue solutions together. We exist to see communities where people are safe from sexual exploitation and experiencing abundant life in Jesus through the united service of the Church. Abolition Now and Adorned In Grace are ministries of Compassion Connect, a Portland-based nonprofit whose mission is uniting churches to serve their communities.
What’s Your Story?
Maybe you’re here because you want to make a difference in ending sex trafficking in your community. You’re aware that this is happening in your own backyard, but it feels too big of a problem to solve alone.
We understand how it feels to feel overwhelmed by the problem of trafficking, and that’s why we’ve created a bridge for you to get informed and get involved through this website. We know that it is only through all of us working together that we can end sex trafficking for good.
You are not alone, and you are needed in this work. Everything you are, every skill or talent you have, every sacrifice you make for the cause, no matter what it is, is important. You can part of a bigger picture and can actually make a difference in ending exploitation. Below are a few of the ways you can join us to make a difference!
About Adorned in Grace
Adorned in Grace began as a bridal & formalwear boutique raising awareness and funds for the prevention of human trafficking and support for survivors. We give people opportunities to fight human trafficking in their neighborhood in 3 key areas:
