MISSSEY (Motivating Inspiring Supporting And Serving Sexually Exploited Youth)
MISSSEY works to prevent girls and gender-expansive youth from ever entering circumstances of sexual exploitation and violence. We also support young people who are experiencing exploitation to exit. Once they’ve exited, we partner with youth so that they may avoid re-entering sexually exploitative circumstances and live free of harmful transactional relationships.
“Before I came to MISSSEY, I was out on the street and didn’t have anything to do with my life. But now that I have MISSSEY, I have something to do with my life and I love MISSSEY for that.” — Youth Program Participant
Financials
Programs
Housing Services
Immediate access to housing without preconditions, this includes:
Temporary shelter and transitional housing placement
Emergency hotel vouchers, rental assistance, and eviction support
Training and Prevention Services
MISSSEY offers workshops designed for vulnerable young people to build their capacity to stay safe from exploitative relationships. We also develop and deliver training for care providers, educators, policymakers, community organizations, and allies to increase the community’s capacity to provide impactful, culturally-relevant support to youth most vulnerable to trafficking, CSE, and sexual violence.
Volunteering + Events
12 Days of Giving
Thank you for taking the time to read this special appeal. This year, we are running a special campaign to raise funds for and collect warm clothing for survivors in need. Your donation of new coats, jackets, scarves, gloves, hats, toys, and blankets will directly impact the lives of those who have endured trafficking, sexual exploitation, and other forms of sexual violence. Your generosity will not only provide warmth but also send a powerful message of care and solidarity.