Dear John, This year has been transformative...

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** Happy Holidays from WTP
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Dear John,

Thank you so much for your continued support of our mission to prevent human trafficking in Washington!

This year has been truly transformative for WTP. In our 10th year of existence as a nonprofit, we have experienced EXPONENTIAL growth in ways that none of us could have anticipated. This growth wouldn’t have been possible without your support.

At our last board meeting, I shared with WTP’s Board of Directors some important successes our team and organization made possible in 2022:
* We hosted 3 practicum students from the University of Washington, Gonzaga and Pacific Lutheran University
* We TRIPLED our team (we will be introducing them to you in 2023)
* WTP secured our first state AND federal contracts!
* Our partners at The Lantern Project (formerly Seattle Against Slavery) trusted us to continue in their absence the Men’s Accountability and Youth Engagement programs

After I shared these updates, WTP’s Board President, Linsey Rubenstein asked me, “What are you most proud of this year.”

I paused momentarily, and told our board that I was most proud of the fact that our community in Washington trusts our organization. We are a trusted partner organization, potential workplace for applicants, and home for new programs.

For the last 3 1/2 years our supporters have learned I got out of my exploitation experience on December 12, 2012. What you may not know, is that I am the FIRST survivor of exploitation to run an anti-exploitation organization in the Pacific Northwest. It’s not only an honor, but a responsibility that I take seriously.

Six days ago I observed the decade of healing and struggle that I overcame. Often people who have been exploited go back to the life because it is hard to heal and recover. Further, it’s hard to provide for our families right now.

Recently, my family was forced to relocate because of the cost of housing increasing 46% in Pierce County. I share this to normalize the experience of many people throughout Washington who are calling for help. If an ED of an internationally recognized organization is forced to relocate, what is the experience of others with less resources?

As we close 2022 and step into 2023, our responsibility to the community is evident. I hope you will support our efforts in 2023 by making a monthly gift or end of year donation ([link removed]) by December 31st.

I hope that you have the ability to rest, spend time with people who make you feel loved, and have fun this holiday season.

Very Warmly,

Kyra Abrahamson (nee Doubek) | she/her

Executive Director & Survivor Leader

Washington Trafficking Prevention
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