MISSION: The Rebecca Bender Initiative leads in the fight against human trafficking, transforming culture, and impacting lives.VISION: We are here to change the trajectory for survivors of human trafficking and exploitation. REBECCA BENDER INITIATIVE is a survivor-led global leader in the fight against human trafficking through our two programs - Equip and Elevate.OUR PROGRAMSOur EQUIP program trains law enforcement, community leaders, professionals, and families to fight trafficking. We also tell stories to elevate the voices of survivors. Through podcasts, YouTube channels, eCourses, and documentaries we ensure the world hears and understands what people with lived experience have to say.ELEVATE ACADEMY is an online school that teaches professional development and economic empowerment to survivors of human trafficking. We offer incoming students 100% tuition assistance for a 12-week program, during which time they complete 3 courses (two core courses and one elective) to graduate. Each course is facilitated by a survivor leader, and online weekly cohorts are offered to discuss homework. After graduation, alumni are granted access to our virtual library of electives and post-grad opportunities. Elevate currently serves students in 580 U.S. locations and 14 countries worldwide. Learn more at elevate-academy.orgOUR FOUNDERFounder and CEO Rebecca Bender has earned a distinct reputation as a trailblazer and thought leader in the field of human trafficking. Rebecca was appointed to the United States National Advisory Council and serves as an advisor to Aequitas, A21, and the HSI North Texas Task Force. She assists as a subject matter expert for investigations and operations across the country and is regularly called upon to testify as an expert witness.