Know Your State’s Human Trafficking Report
In the United States, human trafficking is becoming increasingly more prevalent. Know the number of cases in your state and the resources available to help fight back.
Real Escape from the Sex Trade (REST)
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Mission
Real Escape from the Sex Trade (REST) was founded in 2009 to build pathways of freedom, safety and hope for victims of sex trafficking and people involved in the sex trade in Seattle and beyond.
- Contact Information:
- 4215 Rainier Ave S. Suite B Seattle, WA.
- , Washington 98118
- United States
- Active In: United States
- Forms of Abolition:
- Awareness, Aftercare, Empowerment
- Forms of Slavery:
- Sex Trafficking
- Tel: 425-395-4691
- Email: info@iwantrest.com
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