Did You Know:

• Maryland is the 3rd most lucrative destination for Human Trafficking.

• Our area is the perfect storm with the rt 95 corridor, BWI airport, sports entertainment, casino, mix of poverty and wealth.

• Human trafficking is a $32 Billion dollar industry, the 2nd largest criminal enterprise.

• Human trafficking is a "safer" criminal enterprise than drug trafficking for criminals.

• This problem effects all races, ages, and backgrounds.

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Join us for an Empower Luncheon to learn about human trafficking in our area, the benefits of the program and hear first hand from a survivor. Our goal is to provide the tables and equipment The Samaritan Women need to have a sustainable educational program for survivors of Human Trafficking. Help Us Give a Hand Up!

DATE:
Tuesday, June 11th

TIME:
11:00-1:00

PLACE:
Kings Contrivance Restaurant10150 Shaker Drive
Columbia, MD 21046

COST:
$50 per lunch. Mail payment to UEmpower of MD,
ATTN: Tom Koukoulis, 760 Richie Highway
Severna Park, MD 211046

RSVP:
By Friday May 31st to Michelle@Suazo.com or 443.690.1694.
Payment confirms reservation.

Luncheon Includes:

STARTER:
Soup or Salad

ENTREE:
Chicken Piccata or Penne Pomodoro

DESERT:
Fine Chocolates

SPEAKERS:
Jeanne Allert, Executive Director, The Samaritan Women will give an overview to the local human trafficking issues and talk about her rehabilitation & educational program for survivors.

Chef Derrick Purcell, President of the Baltimore Chapter of the American Culinary Federation, will talk about the TSW Culinary Arts program.

A Survivor of Human Trafficking Will Share Her Story

Learn more about The Samaritan Women and their vocational programs at http://thesamaritanwomen.org.