We invite you to attend an important information session on Drug and Human Trafficking Awareness open to anyone wanting to attend.
Registration
We encourage all to join us for this vital session. Together, we can work to safeguard our children and community.
Event Details
- Date: February 3, 2025
- Time: 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. (Doors open at 5:30 p.m.)
- Location: Kinsella Room, Saint Thomas University
About the Session
This session will:
- Raise awareness about the growing concerns of drug distribution, firearms, and human trafficking within our city and schools.
- Educate parents on the various forms of human trafficking and their specific warning signs.
- Provide resources and tools to help protect your children and empower you to intervene effectively when needed.
Guest Speakers
Detective Dennis Van Ember
As an Intelligence Officer with Fredericton City Police, Detective Van Ember will address initiatives such as the New Brunswick Integrated Enforcement Unit (IEU). This unit includes municipal police, RCMP, and Justice and Public Safety officers, working together to combat the escalating issues of drugs, firearms, and organized crime in the province.
Bernard Richard
A retired Child and Youth Advocate and Ombudsman, Bernard Richard will talk about contributing factors that have been left unaddressed for many years. He will also speak to challenges faced by indigenous communities in New Brunswick, highlighting unique concerns and solutions.
Ashley MacDonald
As a registered social worker and the Youth and Employment Services Manager at YMCA Moncton, Ashley MacDonald will focus on sexual exploitation, including human trafficking, with a strength-based and youth friendly lens. She will help parents identify prevention strategies (including guiding safe internet use), warning signs and will discuss the importance of victims reporting incidents to police safely to aid in investigations and combat crime trends.
Organizer
This event is organized by Janel Doucet, who can be reached at [email protected] for any questions.
