Not a Number

Not a Number is an interactive child trafficking and exploitation prevention curriculum designed to provide youth ages 12-18 with information and skills in a manner that inspires them to make safe choices when they encounter potentially exploitative situations and utilize healthy support systems that may decrease their vulnerabilities

The ‘Not A Number’ program is structured to take place over (5) 60-minute time blocks. Over the five sessions, a certified facilitator creates the space for instruction and honest dialogue with young people on topics such as: human trafficking; exploitation; abuse; vulnerability; and violence, allowing teens to gain knowledge and skills to advocate for themselves and others.

Through open conversations, engaging activities, the use of media, and opportunities for self-disclosure, participants will:

• Raise their awareness of what constitutes human trafficking and exploitation.
• Learn how to recognize recruitment tactics and understand vulnerabilities.
• Challenge harmful stereotypes and societal attitudes.
• Identify healthy support systems.
• Develop skills to safely navigate potential and existing exploitative situations.
• Learn how to access community resources when situations occur that increase their vulnerability (or if exploitation is already underway).

Lessons are provided by Mission Kids at no cost.