A Guide For The Church To Fight Trafficking – Interview w/ Leigh Kohler of The Freedom Church Alliance – Ep. 66

Our Interview w/ Leigh Kohler of the Freedom Church Alliance

Churches often want to become involved in combating sex trafficking but lack the education and awareness to do so. Leigh Kohler leads the Freedom Church Alliance and they continuously develop and refine strategies to help the church be more effective in the fight against trafficking. This episode highlights their new GoBox—which is a tactile, immersive experience that will equip you with knowledge about human trafficking, empower you to take action, and connect you with organizations where you can make a difference.

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