Love Never Fails

We are honored to announce that our founder, Vanessa Russell, is featured in a recent CBS News article discussing a new film, City of Lights, dedicated to addressing the human trafficking crisis in California. This compelling film sheds light on the urgent need for awareness and action to combat trafficking, and Vanessa provides valuable insights into our organization's mission to support survivors and advocate for systemic change. We invite you to read the full article to gain a deeper understanding of the issues at hand and how Love Never Fails is contributing to this critical cause. Discover more here: https://lnkd.in/eEswSEVZ #EndChildTrafficking #LoveNeverFails #Advocacy #SupportSurvivors

We’re only two weeks away from the Freedom Walk! Have you secured your tickets yet? If you haven’t, now’s the perfect time to do so. This event is a powerful statement against human trafficking, a global issue that impacts countless communities, including our own. Can’t make it to the event? No worries! We encourage you to participate in the cause no matter where you are by dedicating a walk to survivors of human trafficking. We have recently added a ticket option that allows you to participate in the walk from any city you reside in! Gather friends, family, and neighbors to walk together, and spread the word locally! Together, we can shine a light on human trafficking and stand up for those who need it most. Buy tickets here: https://paybee.io/@lnf@50 Where will you walk from? #FreedomWalk2024 #EndHumanTrafficking #WalkForACause #MakeADifference

Join us on Saturday, September 21st to take a stand against human trafficking in our community! Hear from community leaders, Alicia Baker and Rich Harrison, and witness performances from Yoshika McAlister and the LNF SF Wellness Dance Team. Your $25 ticket includes a t-shirt, pizza, ice cream, and a swag bag. Come along with your family and spend your Saturday morning making a difference! Get your tickets here: https://paybee.io/@lnf@50 See you there! #LoveNeverFails #FreedomWalk2024 #EndHumanTrafficking

Congratulations to Dong Liang, one of our outstanding CPSTP students, who has completed the ITbiz program! Through our partnership with Alameda County Social Services Agency and their CPSTP program, Dong Liang not only completed training in CompTIA A+, Microsoft Azure Fundamentals AZ-900, and Microsoft 365 Fundamentals MS-900, but he also passed all three certifications with flying colors! To top it off, Dong Liang received multiple job offers and has secured a position as a Library Technician! Kudos to the ITbiz team for making this achievement possible and for equipping our students with invaluable tech skills! Interested in a tech career? Don't miss our info session tonight at 5 PM PST! Find out more here: https://lnkd.in/e7nz-qAD or visit loveneverfailsus.com/itbiz to join the ITbiz program. #SuccessStory #TechPathway #ITBiz #CPSTP #CareerGrowth

🚨 Join us this afternoon for a crucial presentation on Internet Safety by Brandy Swain, Crime Prevention Specialist. 🗓️ Date: Today ⏰ Time: 4-5 PM PST 💻 Platform: Zoom 🔗 Join Here: https://lnkd.in/g2mhNtcn Dial: +1 646 558 8656 (US Toll) Meeting ID: 826-279-6779 In today's digital age, safeguarding your child online is vital. Brandy will share essential tips on protecting against inappropriate content, cyberbullying, online predators, and privacy risks. Empower yourself with the knowledge to keep your child safe online! Don’t miss this essential session—click to join! Hosted with the ICFG Anti-Trafficking Causes Networking. #InternetSafety #ChildProtection #CrimePrevention #LoveNeverFails #ICFG #Webinar

What a fantastic time we had last week presenting to the youth of Antioch! A huge thank you to the Antioch Community Foundation and the Youth of Promise Fund for their generous support in bringing our Mentors 4 Positive Change program to 24 amazing young people. Their enthusiasm and active participation in the training sessions showcase their dedication to building a stronger community through peer mentorship. We look forward to supporting and encouraging them as they continue their journey to making a positive impact in their community! If you are interested in being a mentor, join the Fall cohort for our Mentors 4 Positive Change program! For more information, contact [email protected] or visit https://lnkd.in/ev6_s-C9. #LoveNeverFails #MentorOurYouth #AntiochCommunityFund #YouthofPromise

Thank you to i-GATE Innovation Hub, City of Dublin, CA , Rezolve AI, and Startup Tri-Valley for hosting the Tri-Valley Artificial Intelligence Summit 2024! It was fantastic reconnecting with LNF Advisory Board member Maulik Shyani and his new AI startup, Strative, and meeting new friends from Kaiser Tech Focus, Pure Storage, as well as students from Santa Clara University and Amador Valley High School. Special thanks to our partners, Merritt College , and the Alameda County Workforce Development Board. Understanding the benefits and risks of AI is crucial for our personal health, our communities, our workforce, and our world. As Brian Spears from Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory wisely said, "It is important to understand the peril AND the promise of AI." #AI #Innovation #TriValleySummit #ArtificialIntelligence #TechCommunity #Education #FutureOfWork

Thank you to North Oakland's Memorial Tabernacle Church (CHSC) for hosting a lovely women's tea event this weekend, providing a meaningful experience for girls and women of all ages, and to LNF board member Tiffany Grant King for the invitation! In a world that often pushes us to do more, it’s vital to remember that we are enough and can “just be.” Your unwavering support and uplifting spirit make all the difference! #CommunitySupport #LoveNeverFails #Empowerment #Gratitude

California’s SB 1414 has passed the Assembly Appropriations Committee and is now heading to the full Assembly. SB 1414 is a crucial bill introduced to hold predators accountable by charging felonies for those who purchase any minor for sex. However, recent amendments have stripped protections from 16 and 17-year-olds, reducing the charge to a misdemeanor. This is unacceptable. Every child, regardless of age, deserves full protection under the law. We need to ensure that predators face the highest possible charges for exploiting minors. Here’s how you can help: 1. Call Senate Pro Tem Mike Maguire (916-651-4002), Assembly Speaker Robert Rivas (916-319-2029), and Governor Gavin Newsom (916-445-2841). Urge them to reject the amendments and support SB 1414 in its original form. 2. Contact Your Representatives: Find them here 👉 https://lnkd.in/gAHbTEd 3. Sign the Petition: Add your voice to the call for full protections at sb1414.news/petition Together, we can ensure that all minors are protected from exploitation and that justice is served. Let’s make our voices heard! #SB1414 #ProtectOurChildren #CaliforniaLegislation #EndChildExploitation

Another fantastic meeting at the SF Web3 building where we brainstormed groundbreaking solutions for the Bay Area’s biggest challenges, including a new innovative housing initiative led by Brownstone Housing! Collaborate with the community, join We 💜 SF: https://lnkd.in/eyd7gCKS #SFWeb3 #Innovation #CommunityFirst #BrownstoneHousing