January is National Slavery and Human Trafficking Prevention Month

Mark your calendar! From the Piney Woods (Second Edition) will be FREE on Wednesday, January 22, for one day only! Click here tomorrow to get your FREE eBook:

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January is National Slavery and Human Trafficking Prevention Month, and to honor the fight for human rights, I am offering my eBook for FREE! As someone who has walked through the pain of a difficult childhood, I feel deeply compelled to speak out about how children with low self-esteem, dysfunctional home lives, or feelings of shame and guilt are often the most vulnerable to becoming victims. 

Human traffickers prey on children who feel unseen, unloved, and unworthy—those who believe the lies they tell themselves about not being good enough or deserving of more. These feelings often stem from chaotic or abusive environments, neglect, and a lack of positive reinforcement.

I remember what it felt like to carry those burdens as a child—believing I wasn’t enough, battling shame for circumstances I couldn’t control, and looking for validation in the wrong places. While I was fortunate to encounter moments of kindness that changed my life, not every child is so lucky.

This month, let’s commit to breaking the cycle. Every child deserves to be seen, to feel valued, and to know they are worth protecting.

Here’s how we can take action:

• Educate ourselves: Learn the signs of human trafficking and how to recognize vulnerable children in our communities.

• Be a safe space: If you know a child facing difficulties, be a source of encouragement and kindness. Sometimes, all it takes is one person to make a life-changing impact.

• Support organizations fighting trafficking: Donate or volunteer with groups dedicated to prevention, education, and recovery for survivors.

Together, we can raise awareness and protect children at risk. It’s not just about stopping trafficking, it’s about helping children rewrite the stories they believe about themselves.

Let’s use this month to shine a light on this issue and commit to making a difference.

Don’t forget! Click here tomorrow! https://a.co/d/8FnbPqU

With Hope and Action,
Pam Dwyer
Author of From the Piney Woods writing as PJ Hamilton
Speaker | Advocate | Founder of Plus One Publishing

P.S. If you or someone you know needs help, call the National Human Trafficking Hotline at 1-888-373-7888 or text “HELP” to 233733.