Programs
According to UNICEF estimates, over two million women and children are sold into slavery each year. This unspeakable crime has grown exponentially and will continue to grow unless good people take on this challenge against evil and say “no more.”
Founded in 2007 by trafficking survivor, Somaly Mam, the Foundation is dedicated to ending sex slavery around the world with a results-oriented, three-step approach: Action, Advocacy & Awareness.
The common thread woven through all of our programs is the collective voice of the survivors. We model our vision after Somaly’s inspiring life, ensuring that survivors take charge in reclaiming their lives, fighting back against their former oppressors, and refusing to turn their backs on those who remain behind.
Based in New York but focused on directing support to Southeast Asia and engaging individuals and companies worldwide, SMF's programs rest on three pillars:
Empowerment Programs, and
Click on the links above to learn more about each program area.
