Empower 2017 : Continuum of Care

The Empower conference is an annual MAP event that addresses high-level challenges and opportunities pertaining to human trafficking in Michigan. Empower is designed to equip experts and experienced community advocates who are working towards collaborative solutions.

Our 2017 topic is “Continuum of Care.” Over the past several years, many have expressed concerns about gaps in comprehensive, wraparound services for victims and survivors, and the intent of this year’s conference is to take a measurable, collective step forward in developing a seamless continuum of care in the state of Michigan.

2:00 – 3:00 PM: Registration and Networking
3:00 – 3:30 PM: Introduction and Overview (Banquet Room)
3:45 – 4:45 PM: Breakout Session One (Classrooms)
5:00 – 6:00 PM: Breakout Session Two (Classrooms)
6:00 – 6:45 PM: Light Dinner (Banquet Room)
7:00 – 8:00 PM: Keynote Address (Banquet Room)

Keynote Address – Heather Stockdale

Counseling Victims and Survivors of Human Trafficking – Joyce Haskett
Youth (are) At Risk Panel – Maggie Dunn, Luke Hassevoort, Deena Policicchio
Legal Challenges and Opportunities - Kelly Carter
End the Demand – Nathan Cole
Promising Practices of Case Management – Aleksandra Andjelkovic & Heather Stockdale

Click Here for breakout descriptions and speaker/presenter bios

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