In an ongoing battle against the scourge of human trafficking, the Tarrant County 5 Stones Taskforce, in partnership with the Fort Worth Police Department, continues to forge alliances across sector lines to dismantle the networks that trade in human lives. At its core, the task force is a coalition of community members, government entities, law enforcement, and organizations, all united in their mission to confront and disrupt the mechanisms of sex trafficking in the region. They are set to convene on Sept. 30 to discuss advancements and hurdles in data collection related to human trafficking, with John Nehme of Allies Against Slavery leading the discourse.
The 5 Stones Taskforce aims to address this issue through a multifaceted approach, targeting five strategic areas: awareness, training, restoration, legislative advocacy, and the reduction of demand. At the heart of their work is a collaborative spirit, engaging nonprofits, faith-based groups, businesses, and political voices in a concerted effort to offer support not just to the Fort Worth Police Department but to all partnering agencies in the task force. As reported by Fort Worth City News, the next meeting is not only free and open to the public but will also be live-streamed, with no RSVP necessary for physical attendance…