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Oct 24

Human Trafficking Justice Education Forum

Out of the shadows and into the light, this engaging seminar will teach us how slavery and human trafficking are still modern-day issues here in St. Catharines.
Learn tips and strategies to educate your community, and get referrals to services and organizations into the hands of others. This community event will feature knowledge and know-how from some of the region's leading organizations on the issue, including a survivor of human trafficking, Crimestoppers Niagara, Restorations Canada Second Stage Homes, and Niagara Police.

St. John's Anglican Church
80 Main Street, Port Dalhousie, ON L2N 4V2
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Saturday, October 24, 2026
10:00am - 02:00pm

 

Free

 

Meet The Speakers

Meet some of the speakers from our panel.


JENNIFER LUCKING

Executive Director,
Restorations Canada Second Stage Homes


Jennifer has been Executive Director since 2018. She has worked closely with victims and survivors of human trafficking and commercial sexual exploitation since 2011 and was part of Restorations’ founding Board. Jennifer has a MA from Brock University (Social Justice & Equity Studies) where her research focused on the ways pimps and traffickers in Canada target, recruit, and condition women and girls for sexual exploitation. In her free time, Jennifer loves reading and having dance parties in her kitchen with her family.


ASHLEY
Outreach and Partnerships Coordinator

Restorations Canada Second Stage Homes


Ashley is the Outreach and Partnerships Coordinator at Restorations Canada Second Stage Homes, where she is committed to building community partnerships, expanding outreach efforts, and advancing education and awareness around human trafficking.


As a survivor of human trafficking, Ashley brings a unique blend of lived experience, advocacy, and professional expertise to her work. She has volunteered with anti-trafficking organizations, participated in educational panels, developed peer support groups, shared her story through speaking engagements and podcasts, and advocated for survivor rights, prevention, and trauma-informed care.


In her role, Ashley provides education and training to organizations, professionals, and frontline workers who may encounter human trafficking in their everyday work. Drawing from her background in law and survivor advocacy, she helps equip communities with the knowledge to recognize signs of exploitation, respond effectively, and support those seeking a path to healing and freedom.


Ashley is an active member of the AA and NA communities and believes deeply in the power of connection, recovery, and hope. Her work is grounded in resilience, compassion, and a commitment to recognizing the strength, dignity, and humanity that exists beyond exploitation and adversity.

When not advocating, Ashley enjoys writing, finding in it a space for reflection, expression, and joy.