Awareness Resources

Human trafficking can feel complex and overwhelming, but awareness is a powerful first step.

At Crowned Free, we believe education leads to compassion, and compassion leads to action. Whether you’re just beginning to learn or looking to go deeper, these trusted resources offer insight into the realities of trafficking and how it impacts individuals and communities around the world.

Learning is one of the most meaningful ways to step into the story. As you grow in awareness, you become part of the movement to bring freedom and restoration.

If you are interested in learning more about human trafficking, the following websites are a great starting point:

Polaris Project : A leading organization in the U.S. working to combat and prevent human trafficking, with helpful education and statistics.

International Justice Mission: Focused on rescuing victims of violence and restoring survivors through long-term support.

A21 Campaign: Dedicated to abolishing slavery through prevention, awareness, and survivor care.

Trusted Resources

Want to go deeper? Explore our curated reading list filled with powerful stories, research, and resources to help you better understand human trafficking and how you can be part of the solution. When you shop our recommended reading list links below, 100% of the commissions Crowned Free earns go directly to The Story Project.

The Story Project helps provide dignified employment and meaningful support for teen survivors of human trafficking and at-risk youth in Grand Rapids, Michigan, giving them opportunities to build confidence, stability, and hope for the future.

Recommended Reading List

Sold

By Patricia McCormick

Vulnerable: Rethinking Human Trafficking

By Raleigh Sadler

In Pursuit Of Love

By Rebecca Bender

Girls Like Us

By Rachel Lloyd

Pornland

By Dr. Gail Dines

The Slave Next Door

By Kevin Bales

When Angels Fight

By Leslie F. King