FADICA's Report on Human Trafficking Efforts at U.S. Catholic Colleges

FADICA’s Report on Human Trafficking Efforts at U.S. Catholic Colleges

Dear Friend,

Thank you for your efforts to combat human trafficking and end modern-day slavery. Considering your leadership on this issue, we are sharing our most recent research with you. FADICA’s International Philanthropy Affinity Group’s report, Agents of Awakening: A Review of Anti- Human Trafficking Activities at U.S. Catholic Colleges and Universities, details diverse models of anti-trafficking programs at over 100 Catholic institutions of higher ed.

Over two summers and through the collaboration of passionate undergraduate and graduate interns, FADICA produced a report to highlight the work of Catholic colleges and universities that raise awareness, provide services, conduct research, and/or educate about human trafficking.

The findings include:

· Of approximately 200 schools surveyed, at least 102 Catholic colleges and universities are engaged in anti-trafficking efforts.

· Catholic campuses are vital incubators for survivor-based work.

· A key ingredient to successful programs is collaboration across sectors, universities, and academic departments.

This report uplifts the breadth of programs on Catholic campuses nationwide, and can serve as a catalytic tool for those concerned with human trafficking and higher education.

With gratitude for your colleagueship,

Maddy McMahon