Yoga Freedom Project

Date

Jan 31, 2012

Somaly Mam Yoga Freedom End Sex Trafficking

Off the Mat NYC is partnering up with the Somaly Mam Foundation to create a global yoga month in January 2012 to raise awareness and funding to help bring an end to sex trafficking. Money raised during this month will go back to the Somaly Mam Foundation, a nonprofit dedicated to the eradication of sex trafficking and modern-day slavery and the empowerment of its survivors. SMF supports victim services, empowerment programs such as job skills and education, and advocacy and awareness campaigns.

This promises to be an inspiring month where we see just how powerful, loving and strong our global yoga community can be!

Upcoming Events
Practice for Freedom

January 31, 2012: 6:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Twelve21 (12 West 21st St., New York, NY 10010)

Traditional Hatha

January 31, 2012: 8 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Village of Taunton Mills (3800 Brock Street North, Whitby, Ontario, L1R 3E1, Canada)

Past Events
Reset Your Karma Flow

December 31, 2011: 10 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.
Rama Lotus Yoga Center (340 Gladstone Avenue Ottawa, ON K2P 0Y8, Canada)

Hot Yoga Detox Flow

January 1, 2012: 3 p.m. - 4:15 p.m.
The Athletic Club Trainyards (195 Trainyards Drive, Ottawa, Ontario K1G 3X8, Canada)

Dharma Yoga

January 2, 2012: 4 p.m. - 5 p.m.
Dharma East (297 Third Avenue, New York, NY 10010)

Gentle Hatha Flow

January 3, 2012: 8 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Village of Taunton Mills (3800 Brock Street North, Whitby, Ontario, L1R 3E1, Canada)

Yoga with Denise

January 4, 2012: 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Pine Tree Spa (101 West 17th Street, 2nd Floor, New York, NY 10011

Community Yoga

January 5, 2012: 4:30 p.m.
Yoganesh NYC (232 7th Ave., 2nd Fl., New York, NY 10011)

Karma Flow

January 7, 2012: 4 p.m. - 5:15 p.m.
PranaShanti Yoga Centre (52 Armstrong Street, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada)

Opening Celebration and Open House: Sling Yoga Class

January 8, 2012: 1 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Yoga House (465 West Main Street, Kutztown, PA 19530)

Vinyasa Class

January 8, 2012: 3 p.m. - 4:14 p.m.
Sacred Sounds Yoga (163 Bleecker St 2nd Floor, New York, NY 10012)

Karma Flow

January 8, 2012: 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Kalyana Yoga Sala (375 St Laurent Blvd., Ottawa, Ontario K1K 2Z5, Canada)

Yoga For Freedom: Vinyasa

January 8, 2012: 6:30 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Zen and Yoga (107-21 71st Ave., Floor 2, Forest Hills, NY 11375)

Dharma Yoga

January 9, 2012: 4 p.m. - 5 p.m.
Dharma East (297 Third Avenue, New York, NY 10010)

Beginner and Partner Yoga Blend

January 10, 2012: 8 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Village of Taunton Mills (3800 Brock Street North, Whitby, Ontario, L1R 3E1, Canada)

Community Yoga

January 12, 2012: 4:30 p.m.
Yoganesh NYC (232 7th Ave., 2nd Fl., New York, NY 10011)

Donation Vinyasa

January 13, 2012: 6:30 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Evenflow Yoga (10 West End Court, Long Branch, NJ 07740)

All Levels Gentle Vinyasa Hatha Class

January 14, 2012: 2 p.m. - 4 p.m.
The Yoga Place in Ephrata (922 North Reading Road, Ephrata, PA, 17522)

Karma Flow

January 14, 2012: 4 p.m. - 5:15 p.m.
PranaShanti Yoga Centre (52 Armstrong Street, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada)

Restorative Yoga with Live Music

January 15, 2012: 4 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Shri Yoga and Wellness (1015 Penn Ave, Wyomissing, PA 19610)

Karma Flow

January 15, 2012: 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Kalyana Yoga Sala (375 St Laurent Blvd., Ottawa, Ontario K1K 2Z5, Canada)

Yoga For Freedom: Vinyasa

January 15, 2012: 6:30 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Zen and Yoga (107-21 71st Ave., Floor 2, Forest Hills, NY 11375)

Seva Yoga

January 16, 2012: 9:30 a.m.
Sacred Funk (42A Joo Chiat Place, Singapore 427766)

Dharma Yoga

January 16, 2012: 4 p.m. - 5 p.m.
Dharma East (297 Third Avenue, New York, NY 10010)

Traditional Hatha

January 17, 2012: 8 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Village of Taunton Mills (3800 Brock Street North, Whitby, Ontario, L1R 3E1, Canada)

Yoga with Denise

January 18, 2012: 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Pine Tree Spa (101 West 17th Street, 2nd Floor, New York, NY 10011

Yoga Pranayama and Movement

January 18, 2012: 7 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Hot 8 Yoga (1422 Second Street, Santa Monica, CA 90401

Community Yoga

January 19, 2012: 4:30 p.m.
Yoganesh NYC (232 7th Ave., 2nd Fl., New York, NY 10011)

Vinyasa Flow

January 21, 2012: 9 a.m.
Satya Yoga and Pilates Studio (31 Route 25A, Mount Sinai, NY 11766)

Rejuvenation and Focus: Hatha Yoga

January 21, 2012: 11:30 a.m. - 12:45 p.m.
Yoga on Orange (129 East Orange Street Lancaster, PA 17602)

Practice With Purpose: Unite Against Sex Trafficking

January 21, 2012: 2 p.m. - 5 p.m.
Grace and Grit (1332 West Burnside Street, Portland, OR 97209)

Celebrate Your Light, Celebrate Service: Vinyasa

January 21, 2012: 2:30 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Human Breathing (3605 East Main Street, Morgantown, PA 19543)

Los Angeles Practice For Freedom

January 21, 2012: 3 p.m. - 6 p.m.
Naam Yoga Los Angeles(1231 4th Street, Santa Monica, CA 90401)

Karma Flow

January 21, 2012: 4 p.m. - 5:15 p.m.
PranaShanti Yoga Centre (52 Armstrong Street, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada)

Beginner Yoga Class, Sitar and Cello Concert, Social Hour

January 21, 2012: 4 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Karoun Yoga (111 Chestnut St., Springfield, MA 01103)

Hatha: Open Level

January 22, 2012: 1 p.m. - 2:15 p.m.
Santosha Yoga Elgin (298 Elgin St, Suite #103 - 2nd floor, Ottawa, Ontario, K2P 1M Canada)

Karma Flow

January 22, 2012: 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Kalyana Yoga Sala (375 St Laurent Blvd., Ottawa, Ontario K1K 2Z5, Canada)

Yoga For Freedom: Vinyasa

January 22, 2012: 6:30 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Zen and Yoga (107-21 71st Ave., Floor 2, Forest Hills, NY 11375)

Dharma Yoga

January 23, 2012: 4 p.m. - 5 p.m.
Dharma East (297 Third Avenue, New York, NY 10010)

Gentle and Restorative Yoga

January 24, 2012: 8 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Village of Taunton Mills (3800 Brock Street North, Whitby, Ontario, L1R 3E1, Canada)

Yoga with Denise

January 25, 2012: 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Pine Tree Spa (101 West 17th Street, 2nd Floor, New York, NY 10011

Community Yoga

January 26, 2012: 4:30 p.m.
Yoganesh NYC (232 7th Ave., 2nd Fl., New York, NY 10011)

Yoga and Book Discussion

January 28, 2012: 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Alluem Yoga (347 Lincoln Avenue East, Cranford, NJ 07016)

Karma Flow

January 28, 2012: 4 p.m. - 5:15 p.m.
PranaShanti Yoga Centre (52 Armstrong Street, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada)

All-Levels Yoga

January 28, 2012: 4 p.m. - 5 p.m.
Shelburne Falls Yoga (1 Deerfield Avenue, Shelburne Falls, MA 01370)

Pilates Mat with Jennifer Cormier

January 29, 2012: 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Pilates Defined (1143 New Britain Ave, West Hartford, CT 06110)

Moving for Freedom: Gentle Yoga Flow Class

January 29, 2012: 5:30 p.m. - 6:45 p.m.
Ekam Yoga Center (Atascocita Shopping Plaza, 7036 FM 1960 Rd. East, Humble, TX 77346)

Karma Flow

January 29, 2012: 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Kalyana Yoga Sala (375 St Laurent Blvd., Ottawa, Ontario K1K 2Z5, Canada)

Yoga For Freedom: Vinyasa

January 29, 2012: 6:30 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Zen and Yoga (107-21 71st Ave., Floor 2, Forest Hills, NY 11375)

Seva Yoga

January 30, 2012: 9:30 a.m.
Sacred Funk (42A Joo Chiat Place, Singapore 427766)

Dharma Yoga

January 30, 2012: 4 p.m. - 5 p.m.
Dharma East (297 Third Avenue, New York, NY 10010)

Donation Based Class

January 30, 2012: 7 p.m.
Harlem Holistic Center (115 West 128th Street, New York, NY 10027

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Somaly Mam

“I’ve committed my life to fighting this horrible scourge on humanity. Seeing innocent young women and children whose lives have been forever scarred leaves no doubt that they need a champion who is willing to invest all their time and energy towards eradicating the shameful practice of human trafficking. I cannot wage this fight alone and call upon anyone who cares about the innocent victims to donate their time, money and advocacy to this important cause. Each contribution means everything to the victims and know that I will be forever grateful for those who help make such an important difference.”

Ashley Rickards

“While I was already aware of the modern-day slavery issue when I bought The Road of Lost Innocence, as to how large this sadistic industry is or how severe the violence can be, I had no idea. I admire Somaly Mam's courage in making sure that the tragedy she endured so bravely does not touch anyone else.”

Emmanuelle Chriqui

"I have known about human trafficking peripherally for some time, but it wasn't until I read 'The Road Of Lost Innocence' that I could no longer ignore this heinous crime occurring in too many places. Somaly is truly the voice of strength, courage and compassion; she has dedicated her life to rehabilitating the lives of these innocent victims, after the horrors she has lived through, she is not only astonishing but also beyond inspirational. If you have not read her story, read it, then pass it on. There is no action too small. Whatever you can give to support Somaly’s foundation, and do to bring awareness to this horrible epidemic, feel good in knowing that it will make a difference.”

Daryl Hannah

“Sexual slavery is a catastrophic crime that claims victims that are as young as 5 and doesn't discriminate according to gender. Seeing these victims moved me to tears and led me to dedicate myself to fighting this horrible crime. While I have lent my voice and countless resources to the cause, it’s imperative that we receive some vital support from others who agree that this must come to an end. Please consider contributing to Somaly’s foundation and know that every donation makes a vital difference.”

Laurie Holden

"Somaly is a modern day heroine who has turned her own horror story of victimization into one that is both profound and inspirational. She fearlessly challenges the system, raiding brothels and rescuing thousands of young women and children from evil sexual predators. She is relentless in her dedication to love and empowerment, restoring dignity to the life of each and every person she saves."

Petra Nemcova

“This horrible crime plagues humanity and claims so many victims each year. There is no easy solution – only a monumental battle fought each day by courageous heroes like Somaly Mam. Each of us can make an important difference by giving whatever amount we can afford to give. $5, $10 and $20 goes a long ways towards helping rehabilitate a victim and put them back on a track towards a more normal life. I call upon each of you to do whatever you can to help Somaly fight this important battle by giving freely of your time, money and voice”

Ron Livingston

“The sexual trafficking and slavery of children is one of those evils that most of us are either too squeamish to acknowledge, too cowardly to challenge, or too comfortable to address. Somaly Mam is none of those things. She is one of the true bonafide heroines of our time, and is making a real difference in the lives of real children. I urge each of you to give freely and generously to this very worthy cause. Every contribution helps to make a difference.”

Susan Sarandon

“Human trafficking is a vicious crime that claims so many innocent victims each year. To see young innocent children forced into a life of sexual slavery is something that is so profoundly sad that one cannot help but want to do everything in their power to put an end to this crime that is so easily ignored. I have been personally inspired by the work of Somaly Mam and I encourage anyone who can devote time and money to help Somaly continue to make a difference in this world. Please give unselfishly to this vital cause and take great pleasure in knowing that there is no more important mission that helping the victims forge a new life.”

Veronica Varekova

“When I first learned about Somaly Mam’s work I was so moved by the courage that this woman displays each day that I couldn’t help but want to be involved in helping her fight this battle. To see the young children that she’s saved from the shackles of sexual slavery is something that cannot help but bring joy to those that support her work. I encourage anyone that can to give selflessly to this very important cause and make a difference in the life of so many innocent young victims.”

Voices For Change

"My dream is that in 10 years, 90% of the Somaly Mam Foundation and shelter-partner staff will be comprised of survivors of sexual slavery.” – Somaly Mam

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