THE AHLA FOUNDATION

No room for trafficking: -in 2024, the ahla foundation doubled its investment from $500,000 to $1 million, awarding grants to eight community-based organizations that provide services and resources to help human trafficking survivors on their path forward.-the fund also provided microgrants to 10 organizations for material purchases supporting survivor empowerment and economic independence.-since its launch in 2023, the survivor fund has awarded more than $2.35 million across 27 organizations nationwide, supporting programs that include workforce training, employment preparedness, emergency exit services, and trauma-informed care.-this year's grantees include organizations such as 3strands global coalition, empowered network, hoola na pua, new friends new life, rebecca bender initiative, restore nyc, safety compass, salt & light coalition, umd safe center, wellspring living, and willowbend farms.-the initiative continues to focus on wraparound services, pre-apprenticeship training, career development, and specialty certifications for survivors.