When one hears the horrifying stories about human trafficking happening around the world, and even in our own communities, it is easy to feel overwhelmed, helpless, and as though there’s nothing we can do to help solve such an enormous problem. That’s where the book Ending Human Trafficking: A Handbook of Strategies for the Church Today by Shayne Moore, Sandie Morgan, and Kimberly Yim offers hope and practical guidance. It is a resource designed to equip churches to actively engage in the fight against human trafficking.
The book is structured around six key Ps: prevention, protection, prosecution, partnership, policy, and prayer. The authors unpack each of these, explaining their significance, sharing personal stories, acknowledging where the church has sometimes fallen short, and most importantly, ending each chapter with practical suggestions for action.
Ending Human Trafficking encourages individuals and churches to pray and seek spiritual guidance to identify gaps, while also emphasising the importance of connecting with and supporting existing anti-trafficking efforts. Rather than starting from scratch, it encourages partnering with local organisations to build strong safety nets for vulnerable individuals.
Although the subject matter is heavy, the tone of the book is hopeful and action-oriented, demonstrating that even small steps can contribute meaningfully to ending human trafficking.