Thanks to a community grant, the Rotary Clubs of Atlanta Southern Crescent, Griffin Daybreak and Henry County were able to support presentations and materials to fight human trafficking in Clayton County, Spalding County and Henry County high schools and middle schools. Human trafficking posters and the human trafficking video, "Chosen" were provided. The Atlanta area is a hub for human trafficking. Education has proven to be a deterrent. The posters, in English and Spanish, with an 800 number, and the video showing the signs to watch for should be a great educational tool.

All of the students in each of the middle and high schools in each of the Counties will have access to the posters. Unfortunately, middle school is now considered a prime spot for trafficking exploitation.  Children as young as 12 have been trafficked in our area. That is not acceptable, and we wish to do all we can to stop human trafficking. We are hoping that these resources will assist many of these students. But if it saves one child, it will be worth it.

Our second grant focuses on the mental health needs of first responders and other county employees at the Henry County Police Department because they face many challenging situations. The Henry County Police Department Behavioral Health Program allows first-line responders and county employees to avail themselves of immediate and ongoing counseling if needed, to address the challenges and possible traumas associated with being in law enforcement. This would allow them to be able to talk about these experiences with a trained professional in a safe environment.