Sexual Exploitation Week of Awareness
2023 Upcoming Events
SEWA 2024 Proclamation
Join us at Edmonton City Hall as we mark the 2024 Sexual Exploitation Week of Awareness.
Did you know?
The average age child and teen sex trafficking starts is as young as 13 years old, with sources indicating it is even younger for Indigenous victims.
According to Statistics Canada, online sexual exploitation rates have tripled in Canada sine 2014.
While human trafficking can happen to anyone, 94% of victims are women and girls.
Hear from special guest speakers, learn about community resources, and raise awareness about sexual exploitation in Edmonton.
Human Trafficking for Sexual Exploitation: Vulnerabilities and Criminalization
Join us for a special presentation by Morgane Nicot. Morgane leads the Knowledge Development and Innovation Team in the Human Trafficking and Migrant Smuggling Section of the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime.
Stand Up Walk
March with Creating Hope Society to Beaver Hill Park for an evening of speakers, snacks, and remembrance. The walk begins at 9820-107 street, and aims to raise awareness for under-reported sexual violence against sex workers.
Lunch & Learn: SACE
Learn about the Sexual Assault Centre of Edmonton (SACE) and the supports they provide to those impacted by sexual violence.This online event is hosted by the John Humphrey Centre.
2022 Proclamation Week of Awareness
Hear from law enforcement and guest speakers as the City of Edmonton announces the start of SEWA 2022 in this online event.
Saffron Centre Consent Event
Join Saffron Centre at Broadmoor Lake Park in Sherwood Park for a family friendly 5K Run/ Walk in support of those affected by sexual violence.