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JANUARY IS STALKING AWARENESS MONTH
STALKING IS DEFINED AS:
"...a 'willful course of conduct' involving repeated or continuing harassment of another individual that would cause a reasonable person to feel terrorized, frightened, intimidated, threatened, harassed, or molested." Michigan Penal Code MCLA750.411 h
In this definition, "willful course of conduct" refers to a pattern of behavior made up of a series of two or more separate noncontinuous acts which share the same purpose. The term harassed is defined as repeated or continuing unconsented contact directed toward a victim resulting in emotional distress. |
Some things stalkers do
1. Repeatedly call you, including hang-ups.
2. Follow you and show up unexpectantly,
like at your work place or home.
3. Use technology like hidden cameras or
GPS to track you.
4. Send mail or email to target or threaten
you.
| What you can do
1. Trust your instincts. Don't downplay
danger.
2. Report to your local law enforcement
agency.
3. Keep a detailed journal of all stalking
activity.
4. Develop a safety plan that may include
changing your routine and/or enlisting
the help of a friend.
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Resources for help and information - dial 911 if you are in immediate danger
1. Underground Railroad, Inc. www.undergroundrailroadinc.org (888) 399-8385 24/7 crisis
hotline. Spanish translation is available.
2. The National Domestic Violence Hotline www.thehotline.org (800) 799-7233
3. National Center for Victims of Crimes www.ncvc.org/src
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January is National Human Trafficking Awareness Prevention Month
Human trafficking is the illegal trade of human beings for the purposes of forced labor and sexual exploitation. It is a lucrative trade, annually generating $32 billion a year worldwide. That is why it is one of the fastest growing criminal industries in the world, exceeded only by the illegal arms industry and second only to the drug trade.
Victims of human trafficking come from all walks of life. Anyone can be a victim-regardless of race, color, nation origin, disability, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, socioeconomic status, education level, or citizenship status. Although there is no defining characteristic that all victims share, traffickers frequently prey on individuals who are poor, vulnerable, living in an unsafe situation, or are in search of a better life.
For more information about human trafficking visit:
IF YOU ARE IN IMMEDIATE DANGER, CALL 911
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 Investment Planning - Your Way Did you know you can name Underground Railroad, Inc. as a beneficiary of your estate, will, or trust? Planned gifts assist you in meeting your personal financial goals and offer you an important opportunity to provide meaningful support for URR's vital work in supporting victims of domestic violence, sexual assault and stalking.
If you would like additional information regarding planned giving options, contact Underground Railroad's Fund Development department at 989-399-0007 or [email protected]
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Thank you to everyone who donated time, money and resources to help victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking, and trafficking. Underground Railroad would not be able to provide support and advocacy free of charge to victims without your generosity.
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To learn more about how you can volunteer your time at Underground Railroad Inc. or Under the Rainbow Resale shop, visit our volunteer page at:
volunteer information at URR
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