DELAWARE WATER GAP, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU)— January is known as human trafficking and stalking awareness month.
A local organization called "Safe Monroe" will hold its Red Sand Project event at Monroe County Courthouse Square on Wednesday January 15 at 1:00 p.m.
Five people charged after 2023 homicide in Susquehanna CountyRed sand will be placed in cracks on the sidewalk to symbolize those who have fallen through the cracks as a result of human trafficking, and who need to break free from a bad situation.
"Last year we saw over 220 identified cases which included over 430 victims. With human trafficking cases, it's sometimes not just one victim, that can be multiple victims and it really involves the community on educating themselves, being able to spot the signs and how to intervene in a safe effective manner," explained Lauren Peterson, Executive Director of Safe Monroe.
Safe Monroe is a safe haven for anyone affected by domestic and sexual abuse regardless of sex, gender identity or age.
The Red Sand Project will take place Wednesday afternoon at 1:00 p.m.