ABOUT THE SUMMIT
In September 2021, we invited thought leaders and professionals across sectors to come together to discuss the economic empowerment of trafficking survivors. These educational and inspiring conversations are now available for you to view anytime. We also invite you to be a part of economic justice by financially supporting our Economic Empowerment program.
MEET OUR FEATURED PANELISTS
The views and opinions expressed are those of the participants and do not necessarily reflect the official policies or positions of their employers.
Inclusive Leadership in the Workplace
Cheryl Davidson, MPS
Corporate Senior Director, Talent Acquisition-Workforce Readiness, Northwell Health
Angela Lee
Professor of Practice, Columbia Business School; Founder, 37 Angels
Nes Parker
Senior Manager, Deloitte; Government and Public Services Anti-Human Trafficking team, Deloitte
Equity in Entrepreneurship
Andrew Glazier
CEO, Defy Ventures
Stephen Jackson
CEO, Workshop in Business Opportunities (WIBO)
Marlene Orozco
Lead Research Analyst, Stanford Latino Entrepreneurship Initiative; CEO, Stratified Insights
Closing the Social Capital Gap
Laura Galt
Director, Safe Families for Children
Jesús Gerena
CEO, UpTogether
Seán Morris
Government and Public Services Anti-Human Trafficking team, Deloitte
Watch the Panels
The views and opinions expressed are those of the participants and do not necessarily reflect the official policies or positions of their employers.
SURVIVOR STORY
We opened our Economic Empowerment Summit with a survivor story. Witness her resilience as she exits her trafficking situation and rebuilds her life for herself and her family.
WHY ECONOMIC EMPOWERMENT?
Stephanie Simpson, Communications & Training Manager at Restore NYC, educates us on why economic empowerment is crucial to anti-trafficking work. When trafficking is a billion-dollar industry, we must work towards economic justice to end it.
INCLUSIVE LEADERSHIP IN THE WORKPLACE
How can the workplace be more inclusive for marginalized groups, such as survivors of trafficking? Cheryl Davidson, Angela Lee, and Nes Parker highlight common barriers to employment that could be addressed through inclusive leadership practices, how to make inclusion actionable, and the potential benefits available to employers committed to dismantling these barriers. Moderated by Chris Muller-Tabanera, National Director of Heyrick Research.
EQUITY IN ENTREPRENEURSHIP
According to data collected from our Economic Empowerment program, nearly 80 percent of participants indicated yes to interest in starting their own business. Yet entrepreneurs from marginalized communities face inequities. Andrew Glazier, Stephen Jackson, and Marlene Orozco discuss these inequities, as well as what we can do to make entrepreneurship accessible and uplifting for entire communities. Moderated by Jordan Tanksley, Entrepreneurship Specialist.
CLOSING THE SOCIAL CAPITAL GAP
Some studies estimate that approximately 80 percent of jobs are found through networking. However, survivors of trafficking often lack the kind of networks that lead to safe work. Additionally, without adequate support systems, survivors must navigate various service gaps alone. Laura Galt, Jesús Gerena, and Seán Morris discuss how we can all work to close the social capital gap faced by those in underserved communities. Moderated by Brynne Thompson, Philanthropy Advisor.
A COMMUNITY APPROACH TO ECONOMIC EMPOWERMENT
Faith Huckel Motter, Co-founder and Interim Executive Director, invites everyone in the Restore community to be a part of the economic empowerment of survivors of trafficking by joining the Freedom Collective, our monthly giving program. 100% of the Freedom Collective goes toward our Economic Empowerment program.
Featured Contributors
YAPRAK DECARMINE,
FOUNDER & CEO, GAME JOLT
Yaprak DeCarmine leads Game Jolt, a gaming destination for over 160M gamers to play, follow, and discuss their favorite games. Yaprak shares about her journey to success and why it has led her to support Restore’s Economic Empowerment program.
MAKOTO FUJIMURA, ARTIST
CNN recently named Makoto Fujimura’s speech at Belhaven University as “one of the greatest commencement speeches of all time.” Here, he reflects on the beauty and power of creating and of entrepreneurship. He also shares a message for survivor entrepreneurs.
ALICIA YOON,
FOUNDER & CEO, PEACH & LILY
Alicia Yoon leads Peach & Lily, the originator of the Korean beauty trend and a Gold Sponsor of our Economic Empowerment Summit. Here Alicia shares tips for all entrepreneurs, including the importance of compassionate entrepreneurship.
SUPPORT THE ECONOMIC EMPOWERMENT OF SURVIVORS
Now more than ever, it is crucial that the entire Restore community commit to economic empowerment. Our goal is not just stability throughout the pandemic and post-pandemic recovery. We will ensure survivors are thriving and secure in their freedom. Your Freedom Collective membership allows economic empowerment to remain a priority today and in the future, regardless of uncertainty. Will you join us?
Learn more about the Freedom Collective here.
Thank You to our Sponsors
GOLD
Peach & Lily
SILVER
Fay Sardjono & Shujaat Islam
Lindsey Wiersma
BRONZE
Anonymous (2)
April Mulroney
The Case Family Foundation
Christine Choe & Ted Jeon
Dorie & Chad Smith, KitchenFund
Dorthe & Truett Tate
Doug & Lisa Caldwell Family
The Fullgraf Foundation
Fyt Personal Training
Hee-Jung & John Moon
P.S. Kitchen
We Love You
Robin Hood
U.S. Committee for Refugees & Immigrants