About the Organization
The Oregon Center for Christian Values (OCCV) is an advocacy and awareness network that seeks to educate the church in biblical justice. They are a part of a growing movement of followers of Jesus Christ who are committed to walking humbly with God, loving His mercy and doing justice. They advocate for the most vulnerable residents by seeking to address systemic changes to protect the poor, sick and oppressed as well as our environment through impacting public policy.
In regards to the issue of human trafficking, they have advocated for various bills that have allowed for safety and protection of victims. Which can be found online here.
We have been working diligently with churches, schools and civic organizations to educate and empower them to lobby for just legislation regarding human trafficking and be a voice for the voiceless. OCCV has been convening a broad coalition of about 40+ experts to research and propose 2011 Human Trafficking legislation in Oregon. OCCV continues to train and mobilize Christians to advocate for Oregon laws that prevent, protect and potentially end sex trafficking of minors.
How You Can Help
Sign up for e-letters from the website. Sign up your church to receive legislative action alerts about human trafficking so that you know when an important bill is going for a vote. Join the Human Trafficking Advisory Committee to coordinate efforts to educate and equip churches. Invite OCCV to come to your church/small group to talk about biblical justice and/or trafficking. Make financial donations.
