–submitted by Kevin Hoffman
Marlene Sorenson of the Zeteo Community in Madison spoke to Rotarians about an unrecognized and dark side of our community and the larger world. Human trafficking is compelling or coercing a person to provide labor or services, or to engage in commercial sex acts. Purveyors in this trade are skilled manipulators and exploit vulnerabilities to trap their victims in a cycle of dependence, addiction, and abuse. Often, victims become trapped because they have no safe place to turn and lack education and life skills. Zeteo seeks to provide housing and support services to victims and their children so they can live independent, productive lives with dignity, purpose, and hope.
If you missed our meeting this week, you can watch it here: https://youtu.be/w8_WYM7GzCs.
Rotary Club of Madison, Wisconsin 