Summit County Collaborative Against Human Trafficking

Now accepting proposals!

All proposals should include a PDF outlining your presentation along with presenter resumes sent to [email protected] by Friday, August 21, 2026 for consideration.

This year’s conference will be held at The John A. Spitzer Conference Center at LCCC in Lorain County, OH!

The Surviving to Thriving theme highlights the journey beyond survival by exploring the pathways, partnerships, and practices that promote , , , and long-term success for of and other intersecting forms of . We invite presenters to share innovative strategies, evidence-based practices, and inspiring stories that support survivors in building safe, healthy, and fulfilling lives.

It's time!📣

We'll be hosting the 4th Annual Human Trafficking Prevention Conference on Friday, October 30, 2026 from 8am-4pm + after-hours social at the LCC Spitzer Conference Center in Lorain, OH.

More details about workshop proposals and registration information coming soon!

Advocacy Day at the Ohio Statehouse 💙

Yesterday, our board members (Amanda, Samantha, and Kellie Rose) showed up, spoke out, and joined lawmakers in conversations that ultimately move anti-trafficking efforts forward.

Main Priorities:
- Identify Children at Risk Earlier
- Stop Criminalizing Child Trafficking Victims
- Support for Ohio HB 47: Human Trafficking Prevention Act (with changes)

Thank you to all who attended, and to for hosting!