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*This podcast discusses topics around sexual assault, domestic violence, stalking and physical violence. Missoula County acknowledges this content may be difficult for some and if so, encourages listeners to seek support from one of the local resources listed below. 

Missoula Project Beacon Director Shayla Beaumont shares powerful stories of her work with human trafficking victims. She explains the importance of helping tribal members reconnect with their tribal culture, elders and the holistic approach to helping a victim heal from trauma. Addressing human trafficking is a community responsibility, and Shayla discusses how we can look out for each other and support one another in the healing process. 

To learn more about Missoula Project Beacon visit https://www.allnations.health/missoula-project-beacon/

If you are interested in a career with Missoula Project Beacon, they are hiring for a case manager. Visit https://www.allnations.health/careers/ for the job description and additional information. 
 

Human trafficking is the exploitation of another person for labor, domestic servitude or commercial sexual activity by force, fraud or coercion. It is also the act of enslaving or exploiting unwilling people.  

If you are a victim, or think someone is, please contact one of these local resources for help: 

9-1-1 call or text 

Missoula Beacon Project - All Nations Health Center 

• https://www.allnations.health/missoula-project-beacon/  
• 406-829-9515 
• 830 W. Central Ave., Missoula, MT 59801 
• Provides foundational support and services to Indigenous survivors of human trafficking using culturally relevant care. 

Missoula Human Trafficking Task Force  

• https://www.missoulahumantrafficking.com/  
• Call or text 1-833-406-STOP (7867), the local hotline for victims or for reporting human trafficking  
• Aims to end human trafficking through the process of education, awareness and  collaboration with local, state and federal resources and community partners.

Lifeguard Group

• https://thelifeguardgroup.org/  
• Call or text 1-833-406-STOP (7867), the local hotline for victims or to report human trafficking  
• Helps protect people and the community against sexual exploitation and human trafficking. 

YWCA  

• https://www.ywcamissoula.org/  
• 24-hour crisis line: 1-800-483-7858 
• 1800 S. 3rd St. W., Missoula, MT 59801 
• Provides life-saving services — shelter, counseling and more — for survivors of domestic and sexual violence, stalking and human trafficking. 

Missoula County Community Justice Department 

• 406-258-3830 
• Toll-free 1-866- 921-6995 
• Email - cva@missoulacounty.us  
• Promotes the safety of Missoula County citizens, the protection and healing of crime victims, the efficient and just treatment of defendants and offenders, the ongoing improvement and coordination of the justice system’s response to crime, and the prevention of crime and the reduction of recidivism. 

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