The Set Me Free Project @TheSMFProject

Employees often encounter warning signs first. Give your team practical education that builds awareness and confidence to act appropriately. Explore our READY To Stand Curriculum® by using the link below and equip your team with prevention skills today. 🔗 setmefreeproject.net/ready-to-stand…

🚨 The countdown is ON! Join us June 2nd at 3:00 PM for a powerful human trafficking prevention event in partnership with Union Pacific. Hear from expert speakers and community leaders working to protect and empower people in our communities. 🎟️Tickets are FREE 🚗 FREE parking included with your ticket registration (yes…in Omaha 👏) 📲 Register by clicking the link below or scanning the QR code 🔗 givebutter.com/ht-awareness-e…

Long tournament weekends call for merch that keeps your eyes shaded and your body hydrated. 😎 You can directly support our mission to stop human trafficking before it starts by purchasing your summer ball cap from our merch store. Explore the shop by clicking the link below! 🔗 setmefreeproject.net/projectstore-s…

Shop with a Purpose means your purchase goes further than a closet or cupboard. Every item helps fund our mission to stop human trafficking before it starts through prevention education. Check out our merch page and grab yours today to make an impact! 🔗 setmefreeproject.net/projectstore-s…

Cheers to 11 years!

Child abuse prevention depends on how adults respond. Children don't have the power to stop abuse on their own. The responsibility belongs to the adults around them. When concerns are minimized, dismissed, or delayed, children can be left without the support and protection they need. Prevention is not only about recognizing warning signs. It is also about choosing to listen, take action, and prioritize a child’s wellbeing over discomfort.

The way we talk about child abuse can either protect children or protect harmful behavior. Minimizing, dismissing, or explaining away concerns can prevent children from being heard and taken seriously. Words matter, and so does how we respond. Child Abuse Prevention Month is a reminder to listen, take concerns seriously, and create environments where children feel safe to speak and be believed.

“I didn’t know how to say no.” is a reality for many survivors. Consent is not just the presence of a “yes.” It requires the ability to freely choose without fear, pressure, or manipulation. When someone feels unsafe, intimidated, or obligated to comply, that is not consent. Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month is a reminder to deepen our understanding of consent, and the role education plays in prevention and support.

When people think about child abuse, they often picture something obvious. Visible injuries. Clear cries for help. Signs that feel impossible to miss. But the reality is much harder to see. Many children never disclose abuse while it is happening. Not because it isn’t severe, but because they may feel afraid, confused, loyal to the person harming them, or unsure how to put their experience into words. In many cases, the person responsible is someone they know, trust, or depend on. Child Abuse Prevention Month is a reminder that we cannot rely on obvious signs alone. Prevention starts with awareness, education, and creating safe environments where children are believed, protected, and supported. Because “no signs” should never be mistaken for “no abuse.”

What happens when college students step into the fight against human trafficking? Real impact. In this episode, we partner with Creighton University’s Students Against Trafficking to talk about what prevention actually looks like on campus. We dive into: ➡️ Vulnerabilities traffickers look for ➡️ Signs every student should know ➡️ How to take action—in Nebraska and beyond This isn’t just awareness. This is a generation choosing to lead. 🎧 Listen now and be part of the movement. youtu.be/3pHWLxRWInk setmefreeproject.net/podcast-resili… #StudentsAgainstTrafficking, #PreventionEducation, #TheSetMeFreeProject, #HumanTraffickingPrevention, #CollegeStudents, #TakeAction, #TraffickingStopsWithMe

This conversation matters. In this episode, survivors Stephanie Olson and Rebecca Saunders share a heartfelt and honest conversation about healing from sexual assault. They talk about what so many need to hear: ➡️ It was not your fault ➡️ You are not alone ➡️ Healing is possible This isn’t about fear. It’s about truth, support, and creating space for real conversations that lead to recovery. If you or someone you love needs a reminder that hope is still on the table—this episode is for you. 🎧 Listen now. youtu.be/D9PzHMSB_Mg setmefreeproject.net/podcast-resili… #HealingJourney, #YouAreNotAlone, #TraumaInformed, #TheSetMeFreeProject, #HopeAndHealing, #Resilience, #SupportSurvivors

Let’s clear something up… human trafficking doesn’t usually look like what you see in the movies. In this episode, Stephanie Olson and Rebecca Saunders sit down with our Director of Communications, Dylan Yeomans, to break down the myths, the misconceptions, and what’s actually happening. Spoiler alert: It’s not usually kidnapping. It’s relationship-building. And it’s happening online more than we realize. This conversation is real, honest, and packed with the kind of prevention education that actually makes a difference. 🎧 Tune in and walk away informed, empowered, and ready to see things differently. youtube.com/watch?v=B9vdE4… setmefreeproject.net/podcast-resili… #HumanTraffickingPrevention, #PreventionEducation, #TheSetMeFreeProject, #TraffickingStopsWithMe, #SocialMediaSafety, #AwarenessToAction, #Resilience, #Leadership

Today we celebrate women. All women. Everywhere. The strength, creativity, resilience, softness, power, joy, and brilliance women bring into the world deserve to be honored every single day, but especially today. We love women for who they are, for what they carry, and for the way they show up for themselves and each other. Here’s to women supporting women, taking up space, telling the truth, and shaping the world in bold and beautiful ways. Happy International Women’s Day.

Happy Birthday, Dale! We’re so grateful to have you as part of our team. Your presence, positivity, and the energy you bring into our space truly matter, and we hope today you feel celebrated and appreciated. Wishing you a year filled with joy, good moments, and everything you deserve. Join us in wishing Dale a happy birthday in the comments!

When consent is misunderstood, it can be used as a tool for harm. Understanding where consent ends is a critical step toward recognizing exploitation and preventing trafficking. We discuss consent and how it aids in prevention in our READY To Stand Curriculum®. You can browse our curriculum library by clicking the link below. 🔗 setmefreeproject.net/ready-to-stand…

Human trafficking is happening in every part of the world—but so is prevention. In this episode of Resilience & Relationships, Stephanie Olson and Rebecca Saunders talk with Hannah Munn from Love Justice International about the powerful work being done to stop trafficking before it happens. From transit monitoring around the world to trauma-informed care for survivors, Hannah shares how data, compassion, and culturally sensitive strategies are helping protect vulnerable people. This conversation offers a hopeful look at how prevention, collaboration, and faith-driven action can create real change. 🎧 Listen now and learn how global solutions are making an impact. youtu.be/gA7hFVMcQik setmefreeproject.net/podcast-resili… #HumanTraffickingPrevention, #EndHumanTrafficking, #PreventionEducation, #ResilienceAndRelationships, #TheSetMeFreeProject, #LoveJusticeInternational, #TraumaInformedCare, #StopTraffickingBeforeItStarts

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Five years. Countless lives impacted. One amazing human. Jessica, thank you for five years of heart, integrity, and commitment to protecting and empowering youth and families through prevention education. Your work matters. Your presence matters. YOU matter. We are so grateful you’re part of The Set Me Free Project family. 💛 Happy Anniversary, Jessica! 🎉 #TeamSMFP #PreventionEducation #MilestoneMoment

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“Just because someone feels something doesn’t mean we normalize it.” In this episode, we unpack a complicated and controversial topic: ethical pedophilia. We talk about: ✔️ Feelings vs. behavior ✔️ Shame vs. accountability ✔️ Support vs. normalization ✔️ Why child safety must always remain non-negotiable Prevention requires courage. And protecting kids requires clarity. This is one of those conversations that isn’t easy — but it matters. Tune in: youtu.be/NCjOPlSoQr8 setmefreeproject.net/podcast-resili… #TraumaInformed #PreventionMatters #ProtectKids #LeadershipConversations #Resilience

Strong relationships require strong communication — and that includes conflict. In this episode, we explore how healthy conflict, clear boundaries, and thoughtful apologies strengthen trust in relationships, families, and leadership spaces. We also discuss the importance of teaching consent and self-advocacy early, so the next generation is equipped to communicate with confidence and respect. Resilience is built through hard conversations — not avoided by them. 🎧 Listen now: youtu.be/VBR-8xuMYA8 #Resilience #HealthyCommunication #LeadershipDevelopment #Boundaries #Consent