The 2015 Demand Change Project 

Online registration for the Demand Change Project is now closed. 

The Breaking Free Demand Change Project brings together local, national, and international leaders and experts in the anti-human trafficking movement for an interactive conference to end the demand for commercial sex.

Political leaders, law enforcement officials, public health representatives, faith community leaders, survivors, and service providers will present keynotes and workshops on topics across a wide spectrum that will appeal to       professionals, students, and community members alike.

Keynote Speakers

Gail Dines
Born and raised in England, Gail Dines received her Ph.D. from the University of Salford, UK. Since arriving in the United States in 1986, Gail has taught at Wheelock College where she is now professor of Sociology and Women’s Studies and chair of the American Studies Department. For over twenty years Gail has been researching and writing about the porn industry and pop culture and has published many articles on such varied topics as the image of women in Hollywood, racism in porn, the hypersexualization of our culture, and the ways images shape our sexuality and our relationships. 

Rachel Moran
Rachel Moran was prostituted for seven years in Dublin and other Irish cities, beginning at age 15. At the age of 22, she managed to extricate herself, got on the path to higher education, and gained a degree in journalism from Dublin City University. Moran speaks internationally on prostitution and sex trafficking and works in conjunction with Equality Now, the Coalition Against Trafficking in Women, the European Women’s Lobby, and the Women’s Front of Norway to end the violent exploitation of women and girls. She is the author of Paid For: My Journey through Prostitution.

 Click here for the full conference info packet and agenda.

Are you interested in sponsoring Demand Change? Click here.

Conference Registration Pricing

3-Day Conference Pass (includes all keynotes, workshops, panels, Thursday sit-down plenary lunch, and box lunches Friday and Saturday): $155

Student 3-Day Conference Pass: $135

Thursday Day Pass (includes sit-down plenary lunch): $85

Friday Day Pass (includes box lunch): $70

Saturday Day Pass (includes box lunch): $55

Registration is by credit/debit card via PayPal. If you cannot pay via PayPal, please click here for a form to fill out and submit to Breaking Free with your payment.

3-Day Passes, 1-Day Passes and Student Passes do not include tickets for An Evening with Abolitionists or the Victory Concert.

Are you a student ages 13-23 and planning to attend the Youth Engagement Forum? Don't register here! Click here for more info and special youth rates.

There will be no refunds for conference cancellations after May 8, 2015.

Hotel Accommodations

The Crowne Plaza St. Paul Riverfront is offering a special discounted rate of $159/night plus tax. Call (651) 292-1900 to reserve your room. Mention "Breaking Free" and reserve by April 12th to receive the discounted rate.

Or else reserve your hotel room online by clicking here. On the Crowne Plaza Riverfront page, enter your the arrival and departure dates and then click the “Check Availability” button and it will take you to the next page that shows the availability and your special Demand Change rate. 

Sponsor a Conference Attendee

Would you like to help a survivor of sex trafficking/exploitation, woman of color, student, or senior citizen to attend Demand Change? Click on the option on the registration page that will allow you to sponsor a conference attendee.

VIP Party

Friday, May 29, 2015

 

Join us for a delightful evening of music, hors d'oeurves, and getting to know leading abolitionists in the field and your fellow conference attendees! Breaking Free will recognize individuals who have played a significant part in the fight against sex trafficking. Tickets are FREE. Space is limited so register today!

 Victory Concert Featuring Ashley DuBose

Saturday, May 30, 2015

By far one of the most exciting and well-attended events of the conference, the Victory Concert will feature a special performance by Ashley DuBose, a Twin Cities-based national recording artist and competitor on Season 5 of The Voice. There will also be performances by R&B artist Tiffany Carter, comedian Kwame Anders, and hip-hop artist and poet Desdemona. Fair trade companies, anti-human trafficking organizations, and sponsors will be featured before and after the concert. Tickets $15 each in advance, $20 at the door.