1. IDENTIFY VICTIMS
Increase identification of human trafficking victims
Continue to serve survivors of human trafficking and commercial sexual exploitation, and identify victims through validated screening tools
Expand outreach to potential victims
Increase frequency of outreach to potential victims, deepen relationships with potential victims, and expand into new outreach modalities, including online
2. EMPOWER SURVIVORS
Build engagement with survivors
Build out services and support for survivors throughout the stages of change, grow capacity through strengthened volunteer base, and increase survivors accessing services
Expand services to support survivors’ multidimensional wellbeing
Expand services through growth and partnership to address survivors’ multidimensional wellbeing, including spiritual, mental, physical, and economic, and share the Gospel with survivors
Cultivate strategic partnerships
Build collaborative partnerships with nonprofits, government, corporations, and other organizations to connect survivors with comprehensive services and advance the anti-trafficking movement
3. MOBILIZE THE COMMUNITY
Educate and engage churches, businesses, and the community
Educate the community on human trafficking and the survivor experience through awareness presentations, business outreach, and client-informed educational resources, and establish a structured approach for deepening engagement and action
Mobilize a thriving community of volunteers and ambassadors
Grow our volunteer community, deepen engagement, and expand volunteer opportunities to better utilize skills and interests
Attract and deepen relationships with donors
Cultivate relationships with existing donors, plan effective and meaningful events, and improve marketing and digital/social media strategies to increase brand recognition and attract new donors
Cultivate a strong Board of Directors and Advisory Council
Strengthen Board recruitment and development, and improve engagement with the Advisory Council
4. STRIVE FOR EXCELLENCE
Develop data, analytics, and reporting capabilities
Establish organizational foundation for data management, grow capabilities in analytics and data-driven decision making, and explore opportunities to contribute to research
Enhance survivor-centered, evidenced-based approach and advocacy
Continuously examine our practices against the latest research and the voices of survivors to improve the quality and effectiveness of our services, implement evidence-based models and tools, and cultivate a culture of advocacy for survivors
Improve cultural competency
Establish a committee to develop and implement a cultural diversity and inclusion strategy for service provision, workforce practices, board development, and community partnerships
Foster learning, growth, and innovation
Invest in employee learning and development, foster collaboration and open communication, and create space for bold thinking and continuous improvement
5. GROW & SUSTAIN IMPACT
Grow and diversify revenue
Pursue diverse revenue streams, including individual donors, foundations, corporations, government, and multi-year commitments, to fuel sustainable growth
Manage finances strategically, efficiently, and transparently
Develop and manage budget effectively, invest in strategic priorities, identify opportunities for cost-efficiency, and plan for near-term and long-term financial health
Strengthen organizational systems and processes
Invest in strengthening finance, HR, IT, legal, and other functions to ensure compliance, align with best practices, and support scalable growth and program effectiveness
Cultivate a healthy culture fueled by the love of Christ
Cultivate a culture that keeps Christ at the center, prioritizes employee wellbeing and engagement, and drives the impact and sustainability of our mission
Grow impact throughout Houston
Grow youth advocacy services throughout the Greater Houston area, and explore opportunities for expansion and growth, including a second Houston facility