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Brittany Swart, WAR, Int'l InternJune 19, 2018 As the black SUV pulled up, the crowd pulled out their cameras and... -
Congress Passes Online Sex Trafficking Bill; FBI Shuts Down Backpage Brittany Swart, WAR, Int’l Intern April 20, 2018 Warning: This article contains... -
How Can You Make a Difference? By Ana Marie Bohr, WAR, Int'l Staff Writer January 11, 2018 Human trafficking is going on... -
By Ana Bohr, WAR, Int’l volunteer coordinator This year, when you donate to Women At Risk, International’s Giving Tuesday... -
Be our guest at a Beauty and the Beast Inspired Tea Party, Saturday December 9th! We encourage you to dress... -
By Darius Hall, WAR, Int’l Intern October 23, 2017 As the month of October begins to dwindle down, many people look... -
By Alexa Narsh, WAR, In’tl Intern The year is 1847 and slavery is a prevalent force in American society, yet... -
Reports from our partners in Texas, Florida, and the Caribbean By: Darius Hall, Intern and Bethany Winkel, Senior Staff Writer With several... -
Trading Staff Sweat for Camper Sponsorships By Bethany Winkel, WAR, Int'l Staff Writer July 24, 2017 Colorful charts in the staff break... -
By Bethany Winkel, WAR, Int’l Staff Writer Here at Women At Risk, International (WAR, Int’l) headquarters, we hear many real-life... -
By Alyssa Evans, WAR, In’tl Intern Women At Risk, International (WAR, Int’l) celebrates motherhood year round by caring for women... -
Join the Tea Trade Cafe for a 12-week summer music series every Thursday night from June 8th to August... -
By Brittany Jacobson, WAR, Int’l Staff Writer When Women At Risk, International comes alongside an organization, particularly a safehouse, we... -
By: Alyssa Evans, WAR, Int’l Intern Facts: The month of April is recognized as Sexual Assault Awareness Month. The U.S. Department... -
How Our Peruvian Partners are Coping (and What You Can Do to Help) By Ellie McLellan, WAR, Int’l Intern and Bethany Winkel,... -
By Bethany Winkel, WAR, Int’l Staff Writer No one had ever made Maria feel special. Never before had she... -
A candid conversation with mothers & daughters on sexuality and self-image. Join us for a time of learning how... -
How to turn #MyFreedomDay into #MillionsFreedomDay What does freedom mean to you? Does it mean having the power to... -
Across the globe, March 8 is celebrated as International Women’s Day. This celebration of women can serve as a... -
Women At Risk, International is excited to announce the recent release of our first CD project, Voices of WAR.... -
It’s that time of year again, and everyone is gearing up for Super Bowl LI. The Patriots will be... -
This month, we’re celebrating the nationally-recognized Human Trafficking Awareness month. For our headquarters at Women At Risk, International (WAR,... -
Want to fight human trafficking? There’s an app for that. We can hold a miracle of modern technology in the... -
Sunday, April 23rd DONATE Walk, run, or strut with #teamwar in the annual Gazelle Girl run as we strive to raise... -
An Update on Our Partners in Haiti Hurricane Matthew has destroyed what many people have fought to build. For more than... -
On his way back from Amsterdam, Backpage.com CEO Carl Ferrer was arrested on a California warrant in Texas upon... -
Checking labels has never felt so guilt-driven. It used to be that people never questioned the ethics of the companies... -
WAR, Int’l invites you to stop into the brand new Tea Trade Café for breakfast from 7:00 a.m. to... -
If the Crown Fits A day with Liz Curtis Higgs Join us on November 5, 2016, for a full day of... -
For three weeks every September, one of the largest art events in the world, ArtPrize, takes over the city... -
President and Founder of Women At Risk, International, Becky McDonald, recently spoke at Cornerstone University for their 2016 Commencement... -
Thousands of women in Mexico are exploited in the thriving underground sex industry every year. Because of police negligence... -
Wonderful News An Update from the President July, 2016 Wonderful news! Sweetie has been picked up by her nation’s version of Child... -
A bewildered teen, having recently aged out of the orphanage that had been her home, steps off the bus... -
Weeknights, as many families are eating, playing games or watching Prime Time, women around the U.S. prepare to care... -
THANK YOU FOR A SOLD OUT EVENT Celebration Cinema North, (Wave Room and Theatre) 2121 Celebration Dr NE, GR 49525 June 28, 2016 Ticket Price:... -
The deadliest quake in South America since 1999 recently shook Ecuador. Authorities continue to count the dead, and that... -
As believers in Christ, we believe in the power of prayer. We believe that prayer breaks strongholds and can... -
On March 2, legislation was approved by the Michigan House, forcing many public places to begin posting human trafficking... -
“No one came looking because I never went missing” – Jen Spry Human trafficking is real and ever-present, right here... -
February is known for many things: Valentine’s Day, Chinese New Year, the beginning of Mardi Gras, and even Groundhog... -
For the last few years, January has been named National Slavery and Human Trafficking Prevention Month. In fact, the... -
Refugees. We see them in the news, on magazine covers, in our social media feeds. There are more than... -
Women At Risk, International is passionate about change—about bringing hope to the broken, freedom to the oppressed, and dignity... -
In the United States, we don’t normally think of acid as a weapon. Yet, thanks to its easy and... -
It’s that time of the year again! Join us at WAR Chest Boutique for pre-holiday pampering and shopping with... -
The Story Of WAR, Int'l's U.S. Training Center “I don't know what it will look like, but if you want... -
I alone cannot change the world, but I can cast a stone across the waters to create many ripples. –Mother... -
Pornography. What do you think of when you hear that word? For many wives of pornography addicts, this word... -
Maly and her friend Choum peer anxiously around the huge, sugar-flower covered wedding cake, straining for glimpses of the... -
Have you always wanted to take a self-defense class? Well now is your chance! Women At Risk, International will... -
This event will feature local survivor Theresa Flores: a woman who was trafficked out of her own home at... -
Film Premiere Grand Rapids, MI – September, 2015 – Women At Risk, International will be hosting a film premiere on Tuesday, September 15, at the... -
Empowerment, a basic need to be able to work with dignity, has often been unfulfilled for many of the... -
Winter in the Highlands of Vietnam can be brutal. Weather conditions are harsh. Many of the children do not... -
GRAND RAPIDS – Lady Godiva’s Showgirls closes in GR In the dark corners of strip clubs all across the country,... -
Some of you have been anticipating our annual sale all year. Well, we have good news for you: you... -
Nobody likes to do chores. Working is just no fun when you could be playing with your friends. But... -
A look at hope & healing Fluorescent light bathes the room, spilling onto the black tables and empty, cushioned, swivel... -
It is no secret that our volunteers are the backbone and foundation of this organization. The precious time and... -
Party with purpose! This summer, keep cool and party on by hosting a product party with Women at Risk! You’ll... -
A Look into the Psyche of Traffickers In September 2005, a new crime show was aired on TV. Rather than... -
Summer blesses us with a renewed sense of freedom. We dust off our shorts and flip flops, swing open... -
Giving in everyday life Sometimes giving can be tricky. When you’re already paying for food, clothing, heating, internet, water, gas,... -
WAR, Int’l shares a vision that is dynamic. Moving against the grain, we press on, investing time, energy, and... -
Host a Mother’s Day party with purpose! This May, what better way to celebrate Mother’s Day with your mom or... -
A letter from our president Dear Prayer Warriors, Get down on your knees fast! Pray hard. Stop what you are doing... -
Every year, hundreds of thousands immigrate to America. For many, America is the land of opportunity where they can... -
Spring Break provides an ideal excuse to escape from home. With the kids out of school, you can trade... -
For millions of high schoolers, spring is prom season. This momentous night has young women all over the country... -
Cassie was just an infant when her biological parents abandoned her. From that point on, she was carted from... -
Join the journey of rescue! It’s easy to feel discouraged when you think about the millions of people who are... -
Taking action during trafficking awareness month When the alarm clock forces your feet to escape their cave of warm blankets,... -
Prayer Needed for Overseas Travel Dear WARriors, During the cold month of January, WAR, Int’l president, Becky McDonald, will... -
How your t-shirt is made and what you can do about it The Triangle Shirtwaist Factory is known as the... -
You’re dreading it—that post-Christmas, post-New Year’s, January gloom. The twinkle lights are gone and the Christmas tree is packed... -
At the WAR, Int’l Headquarters, wounded women gathered in the crowded kitchen, making soaps, necklaces, earing, bracelets, and earning... -
How the modern world fuels modern-day slavery With just a few clicks, we feel connected. By logging in, we open... -
Imagine that you are at home, baking chocolate chip cookies. The smell of molasses and chocolate perfumes the air... -
As the last leaves fall and the air becomes cold, a feeling of excitement sets in to signify the... -
This week has been a rollercoaster. I go to bed exhausted—not knowing whether to weep or rejoice. Both are appropriate. This... -
“We are not all meant to run safehouses, but we are all called to be safe places.” These words... -
It started with simple bars of soap. On an early September morning over 150 WAR, Int’l and GVSU volunteers... -
Trust is broken. Marriages are destroyed. Children are exploited. Alone, these destructive consequences are cause for action against the... -
The Path to Restoration and Empowerment In the early hours of the morning, a woman huddles in the corner of... -
“Home sweet home” isn’t the case for many children in Central America. Desperate parents send their children on long,... -
Grand Rapids, Mich.—October 2014—Women At Risk, International hosts a free self-defense workshop for women with One Light Self-Defense, in... -
Thank you for taking time to learn about and support the WAR, Int’l Ambassadors. As they commit their time... -
While some WAR, Int’l Ambassadors seek to spread our mission of hope and healing within their own communities others... -
Grand Rapids, Mich.—September 2014—Women At Risk, Int’l creates opportunities for the community to join the fight against human trafficking... -
The Ambassadors of Women at Risk, International serve as bold voices for those who have been silenced. Across streets,... -
Women At Risk, International is committed to creating circles of protection around those at-risk. The vulnerable, abused, abandoned, and... -
A WAR Back-to-School Supply Drive This fall, many children will wait at their bus stops with no backpacks, no folders,... -
In 2010, Karin Nelson quit her desk job to pursue her passion. Requests for her artwork had been increasing,... -
Dear WAR Family, Growing up in lands steeped in Taliban traditions, I watched, learned, and played with friends that had... -
A Beautician’s Perspective From a young age, I have had a fascination with hair, makeup, and making people happy; little did... -
Christ the Redeemer looks out over Rio De Janeiro, Brazil. The statue stands high atop Corcovado Mountain, arms outstretched... -
WAR, Int’l first discovered paracord bracelets when training Special Forces soldiers in how to identify and respond to trafficking. The... -
Manuela’s Story His Presence – “…And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age.” (Matthew... -
We are thrilled to announce the launch of our new WAR Chest Boutique web store! Click here to visit... -
Let Our Whispers Be a Roar! Unfortunately, this kidnapping of girls for forced marriage or “slaves” is not uncommon. The... -
In the fight to end trafficking, the road often seems long before us. But an article by WAX Ecstatic magazine... -
His Protection- “In peace I will lie down and sleep, for you alone, Lord, make me dwell in safety” (Psalm... -
Ocitti “David” Okech was one of the oldest boys in his Ugandan village when it was invaded by the... -
She is your sister. Your daughter. She is your neighbor. Your co-worker. Your best friend. She is a victim... -
Within the safety of Refuge Guatemala’s walls, broken women and children come to find the shelter and support they... -
Kosovo Summer 2013: The massacre of the Dobraj men left behind three widows and nine children. Serbian militiamen ordered... -
Circle Tour 2014 is in full swing as 55 men and women travel from around the nation to unite... -
Do you want quick, easy access to the latest news and updates within the WAR, Int’l family? What about... -
Some of us watch it for the commercials, others for the adrenaline-pumping half-time show. There are even those that... -
Gilgil, Kenya- Demaris used to spend her days crouched outside of her home, a small shack in the red... -
Human trafficking; it's the fastest growing arm of organized crime all over the world effecting more than 800,000 people... -
Philippines, December 2013 – The destructive power of Typhoon Haiyan, nicknamed “Yolanda” by those in the Philippines, not only... -
Bangladesh, May 2013- Fueled by the promise of an education, a group of Christian girls made a grueling trip... -
“Women should be slaves.” This is just one of the many popular search terms featured in a UN advertising... -
Why should you go to an anti-trafficking training conference? Human trafficking is a horrific issue, but it is hard... -
There is a violent war waging just beyond our doorstep; a war greater and more far-reaching than any in... -
Why should you go to an anti-trafficking training conference? Human trafficking is a horrific issue, but it is hard... -
We’ve come a long way in three years. Finally the nation is growing aware of the problem of human... -
A Beautiful Rescue by Thai Partner A SWAT team waits in full gear at every corner surrounding the brothel. An undercover... -
The strange noises when you’re home alone, the suspicious SUV pulled over on the side of the road, the... -
In a room of veiled hearts and listening ears, human words reach. Standing alone, the words are empty, but... -
We all have a driving force that motivates us, pushing us forward. For Bimala Shrestha Pokharel, that force was... -
WAR CHEST BOUTIQUE'S ANNUAL SUMMER SIDEWALK SALES ARE HERE! Our popular summer sidewalk sales are back, and this year will be... -
Join us for a time of learning and empowerment each month as we explore the world of risk for... -
March for Freedom This 4th of July: Summer fun is in full swing with vacations, picnics, beach days and backyard... -
This summer, we are excited to welcome two local artists to the Garden Club Park Stage in downtown Rockford,... -
Looking for creative ways to donate? Have unused craft items lying around the house? Want to teach your kids... -
Why should you go to an anti-trafficking training conference? I mean, it isn’t like human trafficking is something you... -
As more and more WAR, Int’l supporters begin to creatively contribute to the mission of providing circles of protection... -
While Washington, D.C. is known as our nation’s capital, with its revered historic monuments and bustling metropolitan hub, it... -
As you know, here at WAR, Int’l, we consider prayer foundational. In fact, long before our formal existence, a... -
At 5 feet tall, and sort of shy, I've spent a big portion of my life feeling a little bit small.... -
Date: March 23rd, 2013 Time: 9am-12pm; *Registration begins at 8:30am Location: WAR Chest Boutique 2790 44th St SW│Wyoming, MI 49519 Cost: Suggested donation of... -
It’s Sunday, February 3rd, 2013. Millions of families gather around their television to watch one of the most anticipated... -
Imagine if the entire population of Detroit just disappeared—706,585 lives suddenly go missing, gone from their homes, family, and... -
My husband struggles with me spending time at church. Whether I'm there to fellowship, worship, learn, or volunteer, he... -
On January 1st, 1863, the Emancipation Proclamation was issued, thereby announcing, ““that all persons held as slaves” within the... -
Rape for Profit This month, the documentary Rape for Profit hit Bellevue, Washington’s Lincoln Square movie theaters for the... -
What Goes Unseen: Sexual Violence Against Campesinas in the U.S. In one of California’s lush vineyards, 59-year-old Virginia Meijia tends... -
People from around the world made their way to New York for the Clinton Global Initiative conference, held in... -
PART TWO: A Call to Nurture: Reflections from Becky McDonald Note: Becky’s reflections are a continuation of our Call to... -
The holiday season tends to creep up on us and suddenly we’re buried beneath children’s concerts, crowded shopping malls,... -
WRAP Week (Oct 28-Nov4) Click Here for 10 Ways to Help The proven notion that porn harms drives the annual White... -
Women At Risk, International (WAR, Int’l) is excited to announce the installation of a "Clearance" section on our website. We... -
It is getting to be that time of year again; back-to-school. The days will soon grow shorter as thoughts... -
PART I: A Call to Nurture: Creation Care and Human Trafficking In our connected world, the decisions we make... -
Slavery? In the Land of the Free? Unfortunately, the answer is yes. Human trafficking – today’s slavery – is... -
In the middle of a cool, Connecticut spring afternoon, Deputy Attorney General James M. Cole stands before an audience... -
Looking towards summer, most people find themselves giddy with anticipation over VACATION. Long trips in the car, warm days... -
Attention WAR family! This article is a call to urgent action to all our prayer warriors: an extraordinarily harsh... -
Summer Sidewalk Sale! (2012) It’s hard not to smile when the sky is blue and the sun is shining. Yet... -
WAR, Int’l’s Wheel of Risk addresses a wide variety of risks, helping women who have traveled through their own... -
One month ago on Friday March 11, the 5th largest earthquake in the world hit Japan, resulting in a... -
Karin Nelson is an artist. An artist who chooses to express her creativity through painting. Images of nature, the... -
I am leaving for Central America with three jewelers to hang out with 440 women that make jewelry at... -
When asking people about the website Craigslist, you would be hard pressed to find someone who hasn’t at least... -
Indianapolis is gearing up for the annual event that gets people from all over the country on the edge...
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She was only 13 when she was forced into prostitution by a 21-year-old man who she thought was her... -
October 30th – November 6th 2011 The 24th annual White Ribbon Against Pornography (WRAP) Week starts Sunday, October 30th with... -
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In His word, God calls us to regularly pray and fast. While we tend to embrace the first discipline,... -
Worldwide, babies are sold, some as young as two-weeks old and for as little as $25.00. WAR, Int’l is... -
It is my passion to see women live without shame. When I was seventeen years old I worked at a... -
When it comes to sexual slavery and exploitation of children, Americans tend to view it as a problem somewhere... -
“Beloved, now we are children of God...” - 1 John 3:2 Forty-three excited women prepare to go on the trip...
