Together we can

FORTIFY ALABAMA

against human trafficking

We are working to raise awareness, provide education, and deliver direct support to vulnerable populations throughout Alabama. Our organization recognizes that human trafficking is a complex and deeply rooted issue, requiring a multifaceted approach to both prevention and intervention. Through community outreach, targeted education, and compassionate victim support services, Fortify Alabama addresses the systemic issues that perpetuate trafficking while offering a pathway to recovery for those trapped in cycles of exploitation.

About us

Mission Statement

To illuminate the darkness of human trafficking in Alabama by raising awareness, providing education, and offering support to those who feel trapped. Guided by faith, we strive to reach the most vulnerable populations in underserved areas, ensuring that every individual knows they are valued and have a path to freedom.

Human trafficking is happening in our backyard.

Human trafficking is the exploitation of another person for labor, domestic servitude or commercial sexual activity by force, fraud, or coercion. The International Labor Organization estimates that forced labor and human trafficking is a $150 billion industry worldwide.

Apps and Games

Roblox, a popular gaming platform, exposes children to sexual exploitation and abuse by predators due to its failure to implement proper child protection measures.

Sugaring

Sugar dating sites target high school and college students through online ads and billboards. University of Alabama (Tuscaloosa, AL) currently sits at #8 in the top sugar baby universities.

Familial trafficking

According to Polaris, approximately 41% of trafficking cases involved a family member and 50% of those cases are mothers.

Sextortion

It is estimated that, at any given time, there are 500,000 internet predators actively pursuing children through multiple online profiles.