The event, scheduled for Feb. 20, is a joint initiative with SAVIS of Halton and EFRY Hope and Help for Women.
The Halton District School Board (HDSB), in partnership with SAVIS of Halton and EFRY Hope and Help for Women, will hold a third information session on Feb. 20, continuing efforts to raise awareness about sex trafficking and sexual exploitation in the Halton community. The session will run from 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. at Georgetown District High School (70 Guelph St., Georgetown).
The event, scheduled for Feb. 20, is a joint initiative with SAVIS of Halton and EFRY Hope and Help for Women.
The Halton District School Board (HDSB), in partnership with SAVIS of Halton and EFRY Hope and Help for Women, will hold a third information session on Feb. 20, continuing efforts to raise awareness about sex trafficking and sexual exploitation in the Halton community. The session will run from 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. at Georgetown District High School (70 Guelph St., Georgetown).
This session follows the success of previous Anti-Sex Trafficking sessions in Milton in February and June 2024, which saw significant participation. The third session, hosted in Halton Hills, will cover the same content to accommodate those who missed the earlier events.
Community members can register online, and the event remains open until capacity is reached. Free child minding will be available for school-aged children (Kindergarten to Grade 8). Overflow parking will be available at St. George’s Anglican Church (60 Guelph St., Georgetown).
The session will explore the realities of sex trafficking, including who is most at risk, digital security considerations, warning signs, and strategies to protect children and youth. Attendees will hear from survivors of sex trafficking, as well as representatives from Halton Regional Police, SAVIS of Halton, and EFRY Hope and Help for Women. This event provides a vital opportunity to understand the personal and community-wide impacts of sex trafficking.
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“We are committed to combating sex trafficking in our community by providing Halton families with critical resources and information,” said Jennifer Fowler, Superintendent of Education for Safe Schools at the HDSB. “By coming together once again, we strengthen our community and equip families with the knowledge and tools needed to recognize potential risks and safeguard the well-being of our students and residents. This session is a key step in fulfilling our commitment, as outlined in the HDSB’s 2024-2028 Multi-Year Strategic Plan, to support mental health and create safe and supportive environments.”
HDSB 2024-2028 Multi-Year Strategic Plan
The 2024-2028 Multi-Year Strategic Plan outlines the goals and priorities of HDSB, ensuring coordinated efforts to support more than 67,000 students, 11,000 staff, and the broader Halton community. This plan incorporates six interconnected commitments, emphasizing a cohesive approach to meeting its objectives.
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