Sex Trafficking Services

EDUCATION AND ADVOCACY AGAINST SEX TRAFFICKING AND HOUSING ASSISTANCE PROGRAM:

First Nations Community HealthSource’s Education and Advocacy against Sex Blue ribbon iconTrafficking (EAST) is dedicated to supporting Native American/Alaskan Native victims of sex trafficking in Albuquerque, New Mexico and the surrounding Tribal communities. The EAST program provides advocacy, prevention education, and essential case management services to victims by linking them to resources and services that protect their safety. If you would like more information about our services, please contact EAST staff at 505-515-3924.

SERVICES PROVIDED:

EAST provides a wide range of case management services to support Native American/Alaskan Native victims of sex trafficking, including women, men, youth, and LGBTQ individuals residing in Albuquerque, New Mexico, and surrounding Tribal communities. In addition to offering case management, the program is actively involved in weekly community outreach initiatives and conducts presentations to families, healthcare providers, and communities to raise awareness about the issue of sex trafficking. EAST aims to educate and inform stakeholders about the challenges faced by victims of sex trafficking. The program also offers victim advocacy services and facilitates referrals to external community partners to ensure a comprehensive support system for its clients.

EAST SERVICES:

  • Transportation
  • Case Management
  • First Nations in-house referrals
  • Medical Services
  • Dental Services
  • Behavioral Health Services
  • Traditional Healing
  • Social support groups
  • Emergency financial assistance
  • Legal assistance
  • Substance Abuse Counseling (Suboxone treatment)

EAST MISSION:

The mission of EAST is to enhance the quality and quantity of services available to victims of sex trafficking through the provision of victim services, trained advocacy, public media outreach, education, and community collaborations.

 

If you would like more information about these services, you may fill out the Contact Page on this website or call 505-262-6059 or 505-375-8515.

Housing Assistance Program

This program provides temporary housing assistance to survivors of human trafficking. Services include the following:

  • Housing/Rental Assistance
  • Housing Searches and Placement
  • Move-in Assistance
  • Case Management Services
  • Housing Inspections
  • Assistance with Securing Permanent Housing

If you would like more information about these services, you may fill out the Contact Page on this website or call 505-375-8511.

HOURS OF OPERATION: (Closed for lunch from 12- 1 p.m. daily)
Monday: 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Tuesday: 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Wednesday: 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Thursday: 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Friday: 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Saturday and Sunday: Closed
(Based on staff availability)

HOTLINES:

National Human Trafficking Hotline:
StrongHearts Native Helpline:
Phone: 1-844-7NATIVE (1-844-762-8483)
Rape Crisis Center of Central New Mexico 24- Hour Crisis Hotline:
Phone: (505-266-7711)
The Life Link 24-Hour Crisis Response Line:
Phone: 1-505-GET-FREE (1-505-438-3733)

You may also send the text “HELP” or “INFO” to BEFREE (“233733”)

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This product was supported by grant [or contract, cooperative agreement] number 15POVC-22-GK-01475-TVAG and 2020-VT-BX-0021, awarded by the Office for Victims of Crime, Office of Justice Programs, U.S. Department of Justice. The opinions, findings, and conclusions or recommendations expressed in this product are those of the contributors and do not necessarily represent the official position or policies of the U.S. Department of Justice.

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