Hard Facts About Human Trafficking
"Let it not be said I was silent when they needed me."
- William Wilberforce
SAFEguarding Our Kids
Children are our most precious gift and are extremely vulnerable to predators. Technology plays a crucial role when dealing with threats occurring exclusively online, typically through social media or messaging platforms. SAFE in the Panhandle is dedicated to providing awareness training and resources to families in our community. Statistics show a rise in the number of predators utilizing online enticement methods to lure children into vulnerable situations. In 2023 the cyber tip line received more than 186,800 reports of online enticement, the category that includes sextortion. Between 2021 and 2023 the number of online enticement reports increased more than 300%. In 2024 through October 5th, NCMEC has received more than 456,000 reports of online enticement. To make a cyber tip report, visit report.cybertip.org
(National Center for Missing and Exploited Children)
If you suspect a child is a victim of online exploitation, immediately report to law enforcement by calling 911, visiting tips.fbi.gov, or filing a report with NCMEC at 1-800-843-5678 or report.cybertip.org.
Upcoming Events
Human Trafficking 101 Training
Come join the SAFE team as we learn to spot the signs of exploitation, respond effectively and report it properly. Together, we can make a real difference!
Dates:
Thursday, March 19, 2026
Time: 6 PM
Location:
38 Loral Road
Ste 2
Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459
Registration for the Human Trafficking 101 Training on March 19, 2026
BINGO NIGHT
Get ready to shout BINGO!
Join SAFE & Island Wing Destin for an epic, laugh out loud night of bingo and fundraising that's bursting with fun!
Dates:
Thursday, March 18, 2026
Time: 6 PM - 8 PM
Location:
Island Wing Company - Destin
981 Palm Street, US Hwy 98
Destin, FL 32541
Registration for BINGO Night on March 18, 2026
BINGO NIGHT
Get ready to shout BINGO!
Join SAFE & Island Wing Destin for an epic, laugh out loud night of bingo and fundraising that's bursting with fun!
Dates:
Thursday, March 25, 2026
Time: 6 PM - 8 PM
Location:
Island Wing Company - Destin
981 Palm Street, US Hwy 98
Destin, FL 32541
Registration for BINGO Night on March 25, 2026
HOP INTO HOPE Easter Event
You're invited! Come enjoy delicious wings, family-friendly vibes and Easter wonder while raising funds to help end exploitation and support survivors in the Florida Panhandle. See flyer for more details.
Dates:
Thursday, April 1, 2026
Time: 5:30 PM - 8 PM
Location:
Island Wing Company - Destin
981 Palm Street, US Hwy 98
Destin, FL 32541
Registration for HOP INTO HOPE April 1, 2026
Human Trafficking 101 Training
Come join the SAFE team as we learn to spot the signs of exploitation, respond effectively and report it properly. Together, we can make a real difference!
Dates:
Thursday, April 16, 2026
Time: 6 PM
Location:
38 Loral Road
Ste 2
Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459
Registration for the Human Trafficking 101 Training on April 16, 2026
Although we hope to have some early wins, we know this is going to be a long-term fight. So we hope you’ll stand with us now, and well into the future, until our daughters, sons, sisters, brothers, granddaughters, grandsons and friends are no longer being sexually exploited. The button below will take you to a secure giving portal at the National Christian Foundation (NCF). NCF has partnered with SAFE by creating a Donor Advised Fund for us through which we can receive donations. It allows SAFE to stay administratively lean while honoring our donors by allowing them to make tax deductible donations.