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Protections in PA for Child-Related Safe Habor Laws
Children should be recognized as victims and assisted with obtaining the necessary support services to help them recover from exploitation.
Aug 31, 20243 min read


Freedom from Exploitation
For many years, the women who call Dawn’s Place home were not free; they were trapped in a life of commercial sexual exploitation.
Jun 21, 20242 min read


Want to eradicate the sex trade in Kensington, Mayor Parker? Arrest the people buying sex.
The practice of prosecuting people in prostitution perpetuates a harmful ideology they are criminals, rather than people being exploited.
Jun 21, 20243 min read


Changing Mental Health Stigmas
Therapy is not a four-letter word; it should be treated as something everyone does as easily as getting your physical each year.
Apr 30, 20242 min read


How Dawn's Place Helps Restore Mental and Emotional Health
What better time than Mental Health Awareness Month to see how Dawn’s Place works to restore the mental & emotional health of the residents.
Apr 29, 20243 min read


How Trauma-Informed Lawyering Skills Can Empower Survivors
To ensure the legal process is empowering for survivors lawyers must practice trauma-informed representation.
Apr 27, 20243 min read


Celebrating Success and Mission
Thanks to attendees, donors and businesses, Dawn’s Place raised over $20,000 in during our 15th Anniversary Event.
Apr 26, 20242 min read


The Power of Partnership
I recently attended a gathering of community organizations in Philadelphia, hosted by the Defender's Association of Philadelphia. The...
Mar 3, 20242 min read
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