C.A.R.E. Symposium: An Anti-Trafficking Movement - Voices of Protection 

The best demonstration of who we are as a person is revealed in how we care for ourselves and others. Our ability to prioritize the practice of care as individuals, as companions in various relations, as community members, and as societal partners is directly correlated to the idea that we all deserve health equity. Whether we encounter people we know or strangers, care toward others can have a meaningful and enduring impact. Creating space for community members, community-based organizations, and key stakeholders.

Guided by the theme, Voices of Protection, this symposium highlights the collective power of voices united in the fight against trafficking. By raising awareness and advocating for the protection of Black women and girls, we become the voices that shield the vulnerable and demand justice. Together, we amplify the call for systemic change, ensuring that every voice is a voice of protection and every life is safeguarded from exploitation.

Event Details:

The C.A.R.E. Symposium will be held on January 18, 2025, from (9 am - 3 pm) in Oakland at Samuel Merritt University. Let’s transform our community by elevating Capacity, Allyship, Resilience, and Equity to advance population health through prevention and reducing disparities. This year's topic and theme: An Anti-Trafficking Movement - Voices of Protection.

Let's unite, learn, and make a positive impact together. 

At the C.A.R.E. Symposium, you'll hear from renowned speakers, engage in thought-provoking discussions, and participate in interactive workshops. Together, we will explore practical strategies to prevent trafficking, support survivors, raise awareness, and build community. 

Whether you're a concerned citizen, an advocate, a professional in the field, a survivor, or a youth group organization, this event is for you. Let's unite in the fight against trafficking and empower one another to create a safer world by raising our voices. 

Learning Objectives

1. Attendees will gain skills to build sustainable, protective infrastructures and scale initiatives that safeguard vulnerable populations.

2. Participants will explore allyship in creating safe spaces and using collective power to dismantle trafficking networks within and beyond the Black community.

3. Attendees will learn trauma-informed approaches that foster resilience and empower Black women and girls to reclaim their identities and pursue growth.

4. Participants will understand how to apply equity-based approaches to anti-trafficking efforts, address disparities, and implement protections in policy, healthcare, and social services.

5. Participants will be inspired to take meaningful and appropriate action to advance health equity for the prevention and support against human trafficking by implementing the C.A.R.E. model.