“Committed to ending human trafficking and sexual exploitation by raising awareness through the media and grassroots mobilization, education, advocacy and policy.”
Dear Warrior:
'Silence is complicit’ comes from the phrase ‘silence is an act of complicity’ which means that to remain silent is to be complicit in the act.
This can have several meanings. It can mean that to remain silent while someone is attacked, hurt or physically harmed is to be complicit in the hurting. Watching someone being harmed without doing anything to stop it makes you responsible in some way for the harm caused. It can mean that to remain silent while someone is harmed, bullied, coerced is to allow that harm to continue.
This is what it means to the Warriors. It means speaking up when we see so many things we disagree with. It means speaking up when we have something truly worthwhile to say by sharing facts, truths and well-vetted information with the public. It means being held accountable to our beliefs through our actions, words and relationships with others. It means showing up. It means thinking of all the dedicated and committed individuals, nonprofits, organizations and elected officials who have come before us and who are now working in the name of child safety who weren’t and aren’t afraid to speak up and take action.
There is hope on so many fronts to protect children and all people. We must think this way. We cannot allow ourselves to be swallowed up by the current overwhelming environment. It’s not easy, I know. We must remain resolute in our faith that good will overcome evil. We must remain steadfast that we will update and change Big Tech. New legislation and take actions to protect children are at the forefront right now in Congress. There are many vocal and hardworking Warriors that will remind these companies, and their advertisers, that we will not allow them to profit at the expense of our children. The predators are counting on us to become exhausted by their constant and escalating actions on a daily basis. It is indeed hard to keep up but we will. However, if the last week in the life of the Warriors is any indication of making progress, then we can say that change is in the air.
The Warriors attended and hosted meetings about state and federal legislation, conducted in-depth discussions with elected officials, met with kids and teens to talk about what’s happening in their world today, hosted our radio program, guested on news programs, created a new and easy tool kit to get the public involved in child safety issues and attended and spoke at a beautiful event about the need for everyone to become a Warrior in their own home to protect their children.
Community Creates Change
It’s 2022. There is a war on for children. They are today’s currency. However, the advocacy and outreach about human trafficking and sexual exploitation have never been greater. The education about digital safety and resources, many for free, has never been greater. The brave survivors willingly coming forward to share their lived experiences with the public in order to prevent others from falling victim to this same abuse must be recognized and applauded. The daily discussion among coalitions on how to make this world safer for kids has never been greater. The bipartisan work being done right now in our government to confront child safety online and in real-time has never been greater. The public awareness about child sexual exploitation has never been greater. There are so many dedicated people on a mission today to prevent this exploitation.
It's the beginning of a new season. Let us not focus on the why this all happening. I know this is asking a lot. We must take our energies and focus on change, prevention and holding those accountable who cause harm to children. I ask myself constantly why do we have to fight so hard to protect our children. After all, any abuse, human trafficking, sexual exploitation, CSAM (child sexual abuse material) online involving a child is already a crime. We don’t have all the answers. We do know that the bottom line is there is little accountability for those causing harm and unimaginable amounts of money being made. This is the ugly reality. And the truth is that we will do everything in our power to protect our children.
LET’S FOCUS ON TAKE ACTION NOT REACTION. So, what are we to do?
Engage. Educate. Empower ourselves and our children.
There is Hope. There is Help.
Community Creates Change
Take Action. Get involved. A must in 2022 to keep kids safe. Follow Lynn’s Warriors daily and also our Twitter,Facebook, Instagram and Warriors YouTube Channel to keep up to date about breaking news, facts, information, resources plus how you can participate on a local, state and federal level to be part of our keep kids safe advocacy for online and real-time initiatives. We cannot do this alone. We need everyone. #BeAWarrior
Take Action. Download and keep handy our Warriors Tool Kit – How to Contact Your Congressmember and/or Senator. Familiarize yourself with a few easy steps to ‘Take Action’ when the Warriors call upon you to join us about adding your name to advocate for new legislation, let your voice be heard or suggestions for our elected officials. Remember, they work for us. Make your voice heard in the name of protecting our children.
Take Action. Research. Let’s leverage the Internet for good. Every bit helps. There is no action too small or insignificant. Find out what local resources are available to you. Google human trafficking, child safety, sexual exploitation and your town or city's online resources and find out what groups and organizations are in your backyard. We know everyone is busy but even sharing information on your social media platforms that you learn about from your local organizations is a help. Raising awareness is key to understanding how critical and crucial it is for everyone to become involved in child safety. If you can’t find an organization near you, please email the Warriors and we’ll be happy to direct you in the right direction.
Sound the Alarm. September is National Preparedness Month. Does your family have an emergency plan in place? This week it is expected that Hurricane Ianwill have tremendous impact on Florida. Disasters can cause families to be unexpectedly separated no matter where they live. Talking with your children about what you will do is an important first step to family planning.
“Children who become separated from their loved ones during and following a disaster are at an increased risk of trauma. Coping with anxiety and stress are much more difficult in the absence of those who know the child’s individual needs. Children separated from their parents or legal guardians are more vulnerable to maltreatment, abuse, abduction, and sexual exploitation. “ – NCMEC
Parental Advisory. September 23. Nearly 300K children were targeted by predators on Twitch: report An independent investigation into the popular online streaming platform Twitch has revealed several disturbing reports of child predator behavior. Approximately 280,000 children were targeted over a span of nearly two years. Reader discretion is advised, as this article contains references to child abuse.
Just Announced. September 20. Nurses United Against Human Trafficking(NUAHT) Launches Its Learning Management System. NUAHT is a professional organization founded by two nurses, Tammy Toney-Butler and Francine Bono-Neri who are driven to abolish modern-day slavery. This seamless, high-tech and easy-to-use platform will help you gain access to unparalleled learning modules, case studies, resources, consulting services and so much more. Click here to learn more about membership. Get started right now! Educate. Equip. Empower. And they do!
In the News. September 25. NY’s sweeping child privacy bill would force online security measures — but Big Tech battle brews A bill aiming to protect kids online has been introduced in the New York state senate, and it could force social media companies to implement a host of safety features — including bans on advertising to youngsters and on mining their data. The New York legislation, while modeled on the recent California online safety bill, takes further steps by including a number of provisions meant to help families in the event of serious harms committed against kids online.
Good News. September 22. In-Person and Virtual Legislative Presentation on Human Trafficking and Sexual Exploitation in New York State. Informative roundtable discussion held for legislators to understand the harms caused by legalizing the sex trade in New York State. A thorough explanation of the bipartisanSex Trade Survivors Justice and Equality Act sponsored by Senator Liz Krueger and Assemblymember Pamela Hunter was presented along with input from survivor Melanie Thompson and organizations such as NOW and Covenant House. We thank them for their leadership and dedication to wanting to support human trafficking survivors and hold those who cause harm accountable. The Warriors are proud members of the New Yorkers for the Equality Model, creating positive change in our communities.
Justice. September 25. ARRESTED. Arizona woman smuggled hundreds of illegal immigrants across border for 15K each: police Arizona woman Tania Estudillo Hernandez was arrested for allegedly smuggling between 80 and 100 migrants into the country per month for the last six months according to El Mirage Police Department. Evidence also showed that Hernandez managed and directed the operation, police said. Hernandez was charged with kidnapping, money laundering, illegally conducing participation in an illegal enterprise and conspiracy.
Media Microscope. September 22. The Warriors joined our favorite morning show, OZARKS FOX AM and hosts Jeremy Rabe and Kenya Wilhite to raise awareness about Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, updates about online safety, public take actions and more. Watch here.
Warrior Reality. September 23. NYC. The Warriors attended the Fairplay for KidsBenefit honoring Facebook whistleblower Frances Haugen. Sobering facts and truths about Big Tech and how the algorithms work directed at our kids. Frances was presented with the Fred Rogers Integrity Award for her advocacy for transparency in social media to protect children. It was great to meet everyone in-person!
Warrior Spotlight. September 24. NJ Girl Scout Troop 95833 appeared at the Joan’s Joy Child Safety Fest and gave an incredible Internet Safety presentation to the public, including many kids. The girls discussed: what are secure websites, make sure you have password protection, what is the definition of cyberbullying, what makes good digital citizenship, how to protect personal information, beware of online predators and what to look out for and setting up parental controls. Teens making a difference! We love. True #TeenWarriors
Warrior Thanks. September 24. The Warriors were so honored to be part of the Joan’s Joy8th Annual Child Safety Festival in Hillsdale, NJ. Thank you to Rosemarie D’Alessandro and sons John and Michael for their unwavering support of child safety. A true “Warrior,” Rosemarie turned unthinkable tragedy into the dawn of a new day for child safety and justice. Please learn more about Joan’s Law and listen to our speech. This day was truly an example of #CommunityCreatesChange. Everyone came out to celebrate the legacy of Joan and learn more about online and real-time safety for kids and teens.
Sign up NOW! #CESESummit2022 and the Warriors will be presenting. Online. FREE. You have no excuse. Engage. Educate. Empower. The rise of the Internet, social media and other technologies have completely revolutionized the way people live. Along with the good these developments have made possible, they have also unleashed tidal waves of sexual harm. Learn more. Register here.
SEXTORTION: The practice of extorting money or sexual favors from someone by threatening to reveal evidence of their sexual activity.
We can’t do this alone. We need everyone.
Community Creates Change
“If we are open, connected and our intention is pure, we will always be protected by love and in service be better to others and never be harmed.” — Lynn Shaw
If you or someone you know is in crisis, contact the Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988 or dial 911 in case of emergency. And 988 is now designated as the new three-digit dialing code that will route callers to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline.
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WARNING! Be on the lookout for rainbow-colored fentanyl.
Talk to your kids.
WASHINGTON –The Drug Enforcement Administration is advising the public of an alarming emerging trend of colorful fentanyl available across the United States. In August 2022, DEA and our law enforcement partners seized brightly-colored fentanyl and fentanyl pills in 18 states. Dubbed “rainbow fentanyl” in the media, this trend appears to be a new method used by drug cartels to sell highly addictive and potentially deadly fentanyl made to look like candy to children and young people.
“Rainbow fentanyl—fentanyl pills and powder that come in a variety of bright colors, shapes, and sizes—is a deliberate effort by drug traffickers to drive addiction amongst kids and young adults,” said DEA Administrator Anne Milgram. “The men and women of the DEA are relentlessly working to stop the trafficking of rainbow fentanyl and defeat the Mexican drug cartels that are responsible for the vast majority of the fentanyl that is being trafficked in the United States.”
RELEASED. July 19. 2022 (Yearly) Trafficking in Persons (TIP) Report Launch. The Trafficking in Persons (TIP) Report is the U.S. Government’s principal diplomatic tool to engage foreign governments on human trafficking. It is also the world’s most comprehensive resource of governmental anti-trafficking efforts and reflects the U.S. Government’s commitment to global leadership on this key human rights and law enforcement issue.(But remember, we need to hear more about addressing the demand side of the predation equation.)
NEW YORK STATE CALL TO ACTION 2022 – NEW YORKERS FOR THE EQUALITY MODEL.Join our movement to protect vulnerable people but hold responsible pimps, traffickers, sex buyers and any third party that causes harm. Do you want a brothel next door? NO. Learn more about the bipartisan Sex Trade Survivors Justice and Equality Act.#ProtectPeopleNotPimps
WE NEED YOUR HELP! 15-year-old Jonathan was last seen on September 18, 2022 in Warsaw MO. Anyone having information is urged to the contact the Benton County Sheriff's Office (MO) at 1-660-438-6135 or call 1-800-THE-LOST.
WE NEED YOUR HELP! 16-year-old Brooklyn was last seen on December 1, 2020 in Pontiac MI. Anyone having information is urged to the contact the Oakland County Sheriff's Office (MI) at 1-248-858-4950 or call 1-800-THE-LOST.
Today and every day. Have a Warriors action plan in place. Stay connected with family and friends. Even if they seem okay. Keep handy these helpful phone numbers and websites of organizations available 24/7 365 days a year that offer free and confidential help.
Take Action. Warrior WorkshopsPlease learn more emphasizes that communication is key and supplies the tools and resources to accomplish this. Lynn’s Warriors educates children, teens, parents, teachers, trusted adults, healthcare professionals, law enforcement, community leaders and businesses and places of worship about the escalating impact of the Internet and protection from predators lurking online and in real time. Lynn’s Warriors focuses on and offers education and training about human trafficking and sexual exploitation. The emphasis and challenges are for everyone to become a Warrior in their own homes and communities. Lynn’s Warriors are essential, critical and now available to you and your community. Here we come, NY, CT, NJ and the entire United States! Stay tuned.
Lynn’s Warriors is at the forefront of raising awareness and mobilizing and coordinating community, state and national advocates, elected officials, representatives and leaders to work in a comprehensive and integrated approach to best address the issues and work at ending the demand that confronts our most vulnerable and precious citizens. Lynn’s Warriors utilizes a coordinated synergy to educate about all forms of digital predation, including Child Sexual Abuse Material (CSAM), sextortion and all forms of human trafficking and sexual exploitation. Learn more about becoming a Warrior and why Warrior Workshops are needed in your community. For more information Email Lynn.
Please use these helpful hashtags on your social media platforms to raise awareness about human trafficking and sexual exploitation issues and initiatives:
Warrior Wednesday WVOX09-28-2022 welcomes Yasmin Vafa, Co-Founder and Executive Director of Rights4Girls. We’ll discuss why every girl should live a life free from violence and exploitation. Make sure to listen to my 09-21-2022 interview with Rosemarie D’Alessandro from Joan’s Joy and an update from Tim Winter, President of the Parents Television and Media Council about the Disney-owned FXX streaming animation “Little Demon” and why it needs to go. Buckle up! Only on Lynn’s Warriors WVOX Radio. Join us every Wednesday from 3-4PM ET1460AMNY WVOX App WVOX.com = Across the Universe!
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HELP FUND THE FIGHT AND KEEP THE SURVIVOR VOICE FRONT AND CENTER. Your Lynn’s Warriors donation supports the mission of human trafficking and sexual exploitation education and helping survivors reclaim their lives through purpose and providing financial support.
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Thank you.
Lynn Shaw
Founder and Executive Director
New York City Lynn’s Warriors
The time is now.
Healing.
We must protect our vulnerable children.
We can do this.
We must do this.
We are #Warriors
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Facebook whistleblower Frances Haugen. Sobering facts and truths about Big Tech and how the algorithms work directed at our kids. Frances was presented with the Fred Rogers Integrity Award for her advocacy for transparency in social media to protect children. It was great to meet everyone in-person!
Sign up NOW! #CESESummit2022 and the Warriors will be presenting. Online. FREE. You have no excuse. Engage. Educate. Empower. The rise of the Internet, social media and other technologies have completely revolutionized the way people live. Along with the good these developments have made possible, they have also unleashed tidal waves of sexual harm. Learn more. 
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