Gyant Unplugged

As you all know today is April 1, 2012. Rather than fill up the blog with a bunch of jokes and hoaxes, I figured I would keep it real and honor those who are trying to make this world a better place. We all know that in this country, and much of the world, women are devalued and exploited. If I had a dime for every time I hear of a young girl being raped or sexually assaulted I’d have far too much money in my pockets at the hands of evil.

Atlanta — particularly the worlds busiest international airport, Hartsfield, is a well-known hub for trafficking young women for sex. And thanks to Mo Reily, I can share with you all a fascinating program, which kicks off today.

Per Mo:

Hi Gyant,

I hope this email finds you well. April 1st is fast approaching and that day signifies the kick-off for Living Water for Girls new #100DaysforBeautiful campaign.

On average, over 100 adolescent girls are raped and sexually exploited for money in Georgia on a typical night. Hartsfield International Airport is one of the largest hubs for commercial sexual exploitation and trafficking of children & young adults in the U.S. Living Water for Girls’ mission is to rescue, rehabilitate and restore victims of CSE by providing safe refuge and holistic therapeutic services.

Now I know this information is pretty heavy…and possibly shocking – but most certainly deserving of mass media attention. One of the major issues with this epidemic is that it is so hard to reach the African America audience to make them aware and get them involved. Please take the time to read the attached press release.

Living Water for Girls (LWG) is embarking upon a very important journey in only a few days. On April 1st we will launch the 100 Days for Beautiful campaign. The Quest Foundation issued a match grant challenge for $40,000 to fund two critical staffing positions at the LWG home for girls who are victims of commercial sexual exploitation. We have a goal of 100 days to match this donation, and we invite you to get involved. With your help, we will obtain our goal.

LWG’s mission is to rescue, rehabilitate and restore commercially sexually exploited girls by providing safe refuge and holistic
therapeutic services. The road to recovery is often long and difficult for girls who have experienced such horrendous physical and
psychological trauma and abuse. Our program is designed to give each girl a tremendous opportunity for healing and rehabilitation. A
team of professional and licensed staff provides both clinical and practical experience in the treatment and needs of CSE victims.

While we are thankful for federal and state laws that prosecute the perpetrators, we cannot stand by idly resting on the notion that this is
enough. We are bringing awareness to this problem and healing to the victims, as we focus on doing our part to prevent the industry’s
perpetuity. “For those who are rescued/found/arrested, [law] officials often grapple with how to help them. Living Water for Girls
presents law enforcement and officials with another option of how we can help address the critical needs and challenges of these
victimized children,” says Law Enforcement Official, Sgt. Britton.

Living Water for Girls needs your help to save these beautiful girls. Through community awareness and involvement we will not only
raise the funds needed to receive The Quest Foundation’s generous matching grant to keep the LWG home properly staffed, but
together we will have a lasting impact on the lives of young girls and continue our quest to end commercial sexual exploitation of
children.

Go To Living Water For Girls website for more information on how you can get involved.

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