Navigating New Futures Together
Starfish Alliance equips, empowers, and inspires communities to prevent human trafficking before it happens.
Our Mission
Educate and equip communities to fight human trafficking, leverage supportive Alliances, and empower survivors to thrive in life.
Educate
Training community members to respond to human trafficking.
Prevent
Addressing vulnerabilities that lead to victimization.
Support
Providing access, therapeutic resources and career guidance for trafficking survivors.
Inspire
We inspire local engagement by building lasting community partnerships and empower survivors to thrive in their journey.
The Starfish Story reminds us every life matters — that one caring action can change a life, and that shared action can change many more. When we all work together, we can prevent human trafficking and support survivors as they heal and thrive.
Scale of the Problem
Human trafficking is a global crisis that affects millions of lives. These statistics reveal the urgent need for action and awareness in our communities.
- Approx. 5,000 Northern Virginia residents are victims (gang-related, familial, pimp-controlled)
- Ages 11-14 are most targeted for trafficking
- Nearly 50,000 individuals are sold online for sexual services annually in the DC Metro Area
- DC Metro ranks 5th in total calls to the Human Trafficking Hotline and 1st per capita
Get Help, Offer Help
For Survivors
Get access to resources and support services. You are not alone.
For Volunteers
Join our community training programs and help prevent trafficking in your area.
For Supporters
Support our prevention programs and survivor services, or join the Alliance.
If you or someone you know is in immediate danger, please contact local law enforcement or the National Human Trafficking Hotline at (888) 373-7888.
How You Can Help
Whether you desire to partner with us, want to volunteer, or wish to support our purpose financially, there’s a place for you in our community.
