EVENTS

How much money is spent each year in South Carolina on commercial sex?
Where does all that money come from and who really keeps the profits?

Come out and join us to hear the answers to these and many more questions.
Special Guest Speakers include:
1. . Heather Cook - She is the Author of Beyond the Bars: One Woman's Journey to True Freedom. This book chronicles Heather's incredibly brave and strong story from bondage to freedom in her very own words. It is our extreme honor to have her share her story with us in person at this event. She is a woman of remarkable courage.

2. Jen Thompson - Lighthouse for Life CEO - She will share a recap of all the blessings of 2018 as well as a vision into all that 2019 holds for the ministry.

3. Mr. Bob Healy - Lighthouse for Life's Director of Public Policy - Bob will take a look at the model of supply and demand and shed light on the true root cause of this heinous crime. He will also update us on new legislation possibly up for vote in SC to bring harsher penalties on commercial sex buyers.

There will also be several of the Lighthouse for Life Volunteer Leaders available in the lobby before and after the program. Each Leader will be available to answer questions and share with attendees the wide variety of ways volunteers can plug in and serve with the ministry. Don't miss this wonderful opportunity to learn and connect.

Doors will open at 6:00 and the program will begin at 6:30.
This event is FREE and childcare will be available for children ages 5 and under.

This 2 hour class is ideal for all community and faith leaders, parents, teachers and all who work with youth.
This class is free but please reserve your seat today by registering with Eventbrite.

Course objectives include:
Understand the Realities of Human Trafficking
Define human trafficking
Describe basic terminology
Identify types of human trafficking
Differentiate between myths and reality
Recognize risk factors and indicators related to human trafficking
Understand the Dangers of Social Media
Know what to do if you suspect someone is involved in human trafficking

Special guest speaker Chief Kevin Cornett will join us and share about human trafficking from the unique perspective of a local law enforcement officer.

Doors open at 9:00 a.m.
Class begins at 9:30 and ends at 11:30 a.m.
Light refreshments will be available.

Join us for a night full of family, friends, fun and the most glow in the dark craziness you've ever seen.
All are welcome. Runners, walkers, parents pushing strollers, walking dogs or pulling kids in a wagon. We will accept any and all because this race is to raise awareness about the realities of human trafficking in SC. It is also to raise funds to support our safe house for female minor victims of sex trafficking. The race registration will open in November. More details following soon.