Join us April 18-19, 2024 in Salt Lake City!
The anti-trafficking field serves survivors from diverse backgrounds with diverse needs. However, many programs and public policy are developed with a “one size fits all” approach. As seasoned anti-trafficking professionals, we know there are communities that fall through the cracks. We must move beyond the fundamentals to support these survivors.
The 2024 conference will focus on the specialized approach to serving survivors with varying needs and identities. Sessions for the 2024 conference will highlight underserved populations, for example, men and boys, older survivors, survivors with disabilities, LGBTQIA2S+ survivors, and labor trafficking, among others. Workshops and sessions will highlight practical and specialized approaches to anti-trafficking work.
Agenda
We have received feedback about this year’s location. We are committed to the safety of all our attendees and the values of transparency and accountability. Please read our statement below.
Read NowRegistration
Registration includes access to all on-site events for both event days. Some meals will be provided as part of admission. Check back for more information.
Register Now$475 (general)/ $350 (member)
Early-bird pricing until December 15, 2023
$525 (general)/ $375 (member)
Admission pricing from December 16, 2023 – February 29, 2024
$575 (general)/$400 (member)
Admission pricing from March 1, 2024 – April 12, 2024
Refund Policy: We are happy to grant full refunds until February 2, 2024. After February 2nd, no refunds will be issued. We will allow registrants to transfer their tickets to another person after that date until April 12, 2024. You can request a refund via email at conference@freedomnetworkusa.org
Event Restrictions: In the rare case that new restrictions are enforced, all attendees who register before February 2nd will be entered into a lottery to keep their spot at the conference. Those not offered an spot will be refunded their full registration fee.
Accommodations: We are committed to accessibility for all our events. Each attendee can request accommodations during our registration process. Someone from our team will confirm your submission within two weeks. All requests must be received by March 25th to ensure we can secure vendors. We will do everything we can to meet every request, but there may be rare cases where we are unable to do so. In the event this happens, we will communicate that to the attendee and offer a full refund.
Partner with Us
Is your brand committed to addressing human trafficking? Do you sell products that help nonprofits focus on their mission? Are you an anti-trafficking organization that wants to educate the field on your services? Consider partnering with Freedom Network USA for this event! We have a whole host of options for companies and organizations to get their products and services in front of decision-makers in the field.
Check out our partnership brief below. If you are interested in discussing a customized package, please reach out to Isiejah Allen at isiejah@freedomnetworkusa.org.
2024 Partnership BriefAttendee Information
Event App
We are pleased to offer attendees the Whova event app again this year. The app has essential program information and how organizers communicate with attendees. We strongly recommend attendees download the app before departing for the event. You can access it live NOW. Click here to visit on your desktop or download the app on your mobile phone.
Continuing Education
The program has been approved for nine credit hours for social workers through the National Association of Social Workers. All eligible sessions are marked with a CEU tag in the event app agenda. Note that New Jersey, New York, and West Virginia do not participate in this process.
We have applied for 7.5 hours of continuing legal education for attorneys with the Utah State Bar. Based on our research, the following states can claim these credits via reciprocity or self-report. Please check with your state bar for more information.
Hotel Accommodations
We have secured a room block at the Hyatt Regency Salt Lake City for conference attendees at the special rate of $219 per night. All conference sessions will take place on-site. This rate is good until March 16, 2024 or they sell out, whichever happens first. We encourage attendees to secure their rooms as soon as possible to ensure this rate, as we are not able to guarantee the special rate after the block closes.
The hotel block has now closed. Several other hotels are within walking distance, including a Holiday Inn Express right across the street and a Kimpton one block away. Unfortunately, we have not vetted all these options, so we cannot speak to them. Feel free to share tips with other attendees on the Whova App!
Equity Fund
Our Equity Fund supports survivor leaders and impacted communities to access our trainings, including this conference. People of color, people with lived experience, and other traditionally marginalized applicants are eligible to receive support. Decisions will be made on a rolling basis beginning January 8, 2024.
We anticipate there will be significant interest, and while FNUSA would like to provide funding to all eligible applicants, we are limited based on the amount of funding available. We are committing at least $25,000 for this purpose, but we know we can only fund a small percentage of those who apply. We are working hard to increase resources for the fund.
Update: We have received a significant number of requests and are not able to accept additional applications this year.
What is the Equity Fund?
Our Equity Fund specifically supports survivor leaders and impacted communities to access our annual conference and other trainings.
Who is eligible for the Equity Fund?
People of color, people with lived experience, and other traditionally marginalized applicants are eligible to receive support. Support is based on several factors, including past support allotted to applicants, their role in the event (ie: speaker), available resources , and the date when applications are received.
How does someone apply for the Equity Fund?
We only accept inquiries via our application. We collect name, organization, identity, and support needs. To apply for Equity Fund opportunities for the 2024 Freedom Network USA conference, please click here.
What does the Equity Fund cover?
Applicants can request admission cost, lodging , airfare , ground transportation stipends for traveling to and from the airport, and the cost of meals (per diem). There are some limitations on some of these expenses so that we can support as many people as possible. Other types of scholarship requests may be made by emailing conference@freedomentworkusa.org
Can I apply for Equity Fund more than once?
Yes, you can apply for Equity Fund for the conference each year. However, if you have been selected to receive funds in the past 3 years, your requests may not be prioritized. We know access to professional training is prohibitive for many, so we want to provide support for new voices and perspectives.
When will I find out if my application has been approved?
Our staff will begin sending out approval and denial letters for Equity Fund starting January 8, 2024. We will accept rolling submissions and grant approvals until we have reached our resource limit. If you have questions about the status of your application, please email conference@freedomnetworkusa.org
Who do I contact with questions?
Please email conference@freedomnetworkusa.org for any questions or concerns. We will do our best to get back to you within one week.
Paul and Sheila Wellstone Award
The Paul and Sheila Wellstone Award recognizes individuals who have made a unique contribution to the anti-trafficking field or demonstrated outstanding leadership and dedication in working to combat human trafficking in the United States. This award is named in honor of US Senator Paul Wellstone and his wife, Sheila, both champions of human rights and justice.
This year we honor the work of Maria Jose Fletcher. You can learn more about this award and her incredible work below. Please join us for a reception in her honor at the conference hotel on Tuesday, April 18th. The event is open to the public.
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