January is human trafficking awareness month, and in light of that emphasis, we are highlighting Rescue 1 Global.

Rescue 1 Global is an organization based in Middle Tennessee that combats human trafficking through prevention, rescue, and restoration operations. Prevention Operations raises awareness and provides training on how to identify and combat trafficking. As cohorts develop as part of a regional Task Force, outreach teams conduct strategic touch-points to prevent those who are vulnerable from falling victim, identify victims and assist in the initiation of Exit Strategies with the Rescue Operations. Rescue Operations provides a 24/7 crisis hotline, crisis response teams and urgent shelter care. Trained Rescue Operators offer investigative services, respond on-scene to the immediate needs of victims, and serve alongside law enforcement to identify and advocate for those affected by trafficking. Restoration Operations provide holistic physical, emotional, social, and spiritual care to survivors as they heal from trauma and rebuild for their future, offering personalized development plans (case management) through our Grace Oasis safe communities programs.

As you might imagine, there are various needs associated with this ministry. In the area of prevention, the greatest need is volunteers for outreach. In the area of rescue, there are great needs for funding the crisis response team for response operations. And in the area of restoration, the greatest needs are for volunteers and staff to join in daily operations of development plan and essential daily living.

To find out more and volunteer in this effort, see rescue1global.org.