CASH

Big Day of Giving: A Legacy of Generosity and a Call to Action for CASH

Each spring, our region comes together in a powerful act of generosity known as the Big Day of Giving—affectionately called Big DOG. Since its inception in 2013, Big DOG has united nonprofits and neighbors in the Sacramento region to raise critical funds and awareness. What started as a local initiative by the Sacramento Region Community […]

Big Day of Giving: A Legacy of Generosity and a Call to Action for CASH Read More »

January is Human Trafficking Awareness & Prevention Month

Human Trafficking Awareness Month: A Time to Reflect and Act January is Human Trafficking Awareness Month, a time to raise awareness about the devastating impact of human trafficking and to acknowledge the resilience and strength of survivors. At Community Against Sexual Harm (CASH), we are committed to supporting survivors of sex trafficking and other forms

January is Human Trafficking Awareness & Prevention Month Read More »

Women forming HIV Awareness Ribbon

Understanding HIV Prevention: Taking Steps Towards Health Equity

HIV/AIDS continues to impact numerous communities across the globe, with particular focus needed on addressing the disproportionate impact on people of color and women involved in sex work. Recent data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) revealed that in 2021, 18% of new HIV diagnoses were in women, with 2% of these

Understanding HIV Prevention: Taking Steps Towards Health Equity Read More »

Reach every victim of trafficking, leave no one behind.

July 30th marked the 10th annual observance of the World Day Against Trafficking in Persons.   This year’s theme is “reach every victim of trafficking, leave no one behind”.  In Sacramento County, we have a starting point to make this a reality.  Our 2022 research study examining the prevalence of sex trafficking in Sacramento County estimated

Reach every victim of trafficking, leave no one behind. Read More »

Take a Stand

In Sacramento County, we are very fortunate to have a team that investigates and prosecute human trafficking cases and a collaborative system that provides assistance to survivors.  The recent conviction of Justin Starks for trafficking a 15-year-old with the aggravating factor that the victim was particularly vulnerable shows why this work is necessary.  It also

Take a Stand Read More »

Awareness of Sex Trafficking in the Sacramento Region

Guest Blog from The Institute for Social Research Sex trafficking is an issue that is hidden from public awareness throughout the Sacramento Region. The Institute for Social Research at Sacramento State surveyed 1,948 residents across the Sacramento Region (El Dorado, Placer, Sacramento, Sutter, Yolo, and Yuba Counties) to measure their level of   awareness and understanding

Awareness of Sex Trafficking in the Sacramento Region Read More »

Scroll to Top