Combating Exploitation Through Prevention
At its core, the human trafficking industry thrives on exploitation. Whether it’s trauma, poverty, lack of education, or systemic inequality, traffickers know exactly which vulnerabilities to take advantage of.
With that in mind, ARK2Freedom is built upon the belief that education, awareness, and training can save lives. Our mission is to equip and empower Bell County communities with the information needed to limit the reach of traffickers.
Child exploitation occurs any time a person, system, or circumstance takes advantage of a child's vulnerability for personal or financial gain. It wears many faces and happens in places we often overlook —our schools, churches, neighborhoods, and online spaces. When you make a donation of time or money, you help to further the work our team is able to achieve, including:
Awareness
Awareness about child exploitation is a key part of our mission. It’s important for people to know what exploitation is: what it looks like, where it happens, and how to recognize it. We cannot fight what we do not understand.
Restoration
We work to bring restoration to children who have experienced exploitation through trauma-informed ministry. This ministry model offers a path to healing for exploited children. It can also be used by anyone on a journey of healing from trauma.
Knowledge
We want people to grow in the knowledge of Christ: the One who sees, heals, restores, and redeems. True restoration is only possible through the transforming love of Jesus.
ARK2Freedom is committed...
...to preventing exploitation before it begins. We educate, equip, and empower youth with the truth that restores hope, builds resilience, and leads to lasting transformation. Through prevention education, mentorship, and trauma-informed care, we help young people discover their value, identity, and purpose—and walk in the freedom for which they were created.
Program Impact
ARK2Freedom
With the help of your support, we have been able to impact the lives of children and families in Bell County. Hover over each box to learn more about what you have helped accomplish in 2024.
4,681
Impacted
4,681 total number of people impacted by Ark2Freedom
3,434
Students
Over 3,400 students were taught exploitation prevention
129
Adult Students
129 adults were taught exploitation prevention
9
Girls
9 girls participated in the Girl Talk mentoring program
1,118
Connections
1,118 connections were made through awareness events
6
Schools
6 schools participated in exploitation prevention lessons
5
Churches
5 churches participated in ministry and training activities
