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Mission: To empower survivors of human trafficking through education, advocacy and support. We strive to free individuals from sexual exploitation, equipping them with the tools to reclaim their lives with dignity and to inspire resilience for meaningful change.

Human trafficking is the exploitation of a person for the purposes of a commercial sex act, labor or services through use of force, fraud, or coercion. It is not confined to particular demographics; anyone can become a victim, regardless of age, gender, socioeconomic background, or citizenship. The complexity of this issue often leads to misconceptions and misunderstandings. It is often thought of as an international issue, but that is not the case. Due to New Jersey’s dense population and prominent location along major interstates, our state is considered particularly vulnerable to the proliferation of human trafficking. In New Jersey, more than 400 trafficking victims are identified each year. At UAG, we are working to combat human trafficking and to help victims reclaim their freedom. Our trained Advocates provide confidential, non-judgemental individualized services, as they help survivors to identify goals, work to remove barriers, and provide long-term holistic support. We work to empower survivors of human trafficking to live healthy, flourishing lives.

Services Provided: victim advocacy, confidential support, crisis intervention, safety planning, appointment accompaniment, emergency shelter assistance, court and legal advocacy/accompaniment, employment and education assistance, and financial education.