Magdalena's Daughters

From all of us at Magdalena’s Daughters, we wish you and your loved ones a joyful and peaceful Thanksgiving. Thank you for being part of our family and standing with us in the fight for change. Your support makes all the difference in our mission to end human trafficking and empower survivors to build brighter futures. Together, we are creating a world where every child feels safe, valued, and loved. #Happythanksgiving #Nonprofit #Thanksgivingday #Magdalenasdaughters

Traffickers often disguise themselves as loving partners to manipulate their victims. They start by grooming, offering attention, gifts, and promises of a future to gain trust. Once they have control, they coerce victims into exploitation, using manipulation, financial control, and even violence to maintain power. #Humantrafficking #Endhumantraficking #Sextrafficking #Endsextraficking #Magdalenasdaughters

We are excited to announce that we have received $10,000 PLEDGE grant from Pearl Milling Company to expand our RAISE Anti Human Trafficking Curriculum. A heartfelt Thank You Pearl Milling Company for all their support and for believing in our mission. #Antihumantrafficking #Grant #Communitysupport #Grateful #Magdalenasdaughters

A woman is facing charges for sex trafficking women across Maryland. After a two-year investigation, Kenika Danielle Leach, 33, of Baltimore, plead guilty for her role in orchestrating a multi-county sex trafficking operation. Leach pleaded guilty in Washington County Circuit Court to conspiracy to commit sex trafficking, distribution of cocaine, and receiving earnings of a prostitute. Her actions came to light in 2021, when a trafficking survivor disclosed what was going on with her to hospital staff, sparking an investigation. The investigation uncovered at least 11 women trafficked across Maryland. Leach and her co-conspirators transported these women to motels and hotels in areas such as Baltimore and Anne Arundel County, coercing them into performing sex acts. Leach exploited the women’s drug dependencies by controlling their access to cocaine and other substances. These “drug debts” were paid through forced sex acts, with the proceeds directly give to Leach. The investigation revealed disturbing methods of control. Leach allegedly used physical violence, ordering victims to “get on the wall” and cover their faces to conceal injuries. Intimidation and manipulation were also central to her operations, fostering a climate of fear and loyalty among the women. Leach faces a maximum sentence of 40 years in prison and remains held without bond until her sentencing on Feb. 18, 2025. #sextraffickingnews #breakingnews #EndHumanTrafficking #Humantraffickingnews #Magdalenasdaughters

Human trafficking can happen to anyone, but certain people are more at risk. Individuals who have recently migrated or relocated, struggle with substance use or mental health, are involved in the child welfare system, or are runaway or homeless youth are especially vulnerable. Traffickers exploit these vulnerabilities to manipulate and control their victims. This issue thrives in silence, but every voice raised brings us closer to ending it. Together, we can protect the most vulnerable and create a safer world. .#Endhumantrafficking #Nonprofit #Endsextrafficking #Humantrafficking #MagdalenasDaughters

Many people believe the myth that human trafficking only happens in illegal or underground industries. The truth is that human trafficking has been reported and prosecuted in industries like restaurants, cleaning services, construction, factories, and more. It doesn’t just hide in the shadows, it operates in plain sight, often in everyday businesses. Believing myths about human trafficking allows this crime to go unnoticed. By disregarding these misconceptions, we can raise awareness, recognize the signs, and take action to protect vulnerable individuals. Every effort counts in the fight to end human trafficking. #EndHumanTrafficking #BreakTheMyths #RaiseAwareness #MagdalenasDaughters

A former doctor at a Boston hospital was convicted in a Boston federal court Thursday of one count of attempted sex trafficking of a child. Sadeq Ali Quraishi, 47, was an anesthesiologist at Tufts Medical Center. According to investigators, in November 2022 Quraishi responded to an online advertisement offering commercial sex with two young girls, who were undercover agents posing as the seller of the girls. After texting details and agreeing to pay cash for the encounter with a 14-year-old girl, Quraishi got $250 from an ATM, drove to a Waltham hotel where he met with the alleged seller, and was given a key card to a room. He was arrested in the room with the money. Quriashi is scheduled to be sentenced on January 28, 2025, and could face a mandatory minimum sentence of 10 years in prison or a maximum sentence of up to life in prison, a term of supervised release of at least five years, and a fine of up to $250,000. #sextraffickingnews #breakingnews #EndHumanTrafficking #Humantraffickingnews #Magdalenasdaughters

Our board spent the last two weekends discussing the impact we want to make. We Can’t wait for what’s in store for 2025! #Board #Nonprofit #NonprofitLife #YouthMatter #FosterYouthMatter

Human trafficking is often invisible, yet its impact on victims is profound. Those affected live under constant control, deprived of safety, freedom, and basic human rights. Many are silenced, isolated, and hidden in plain sight, conditioned to endure fear and hardship. By understanding these hidden realities, we can each play a part in unveiling the truth and fighting for a world where no one is forced to live in the shadows. Let’s stand together to bring hope and freedom. Visit https://lnkd.in/g_hh4n7w to learn more about what we do and how you can support us. #Endhumantrafficking #Nonprofit #Endsextrafficking #MagdalenasDaughters

A Maine doctor has been accused of sex trafficking after police say he was running an illicit massage business in Freeport. Police say 68-year-old Peter O’Donnell of Yarmouth was arrested on Thursday and charged with one count of sex trafficking. According to police, O’Donnell’s business, A. Envy on Route 1 in Freeport, served as a front for prostitution, with O'Donnell recruiting and employing people to perform sexual services for clients. Following an investigation by the Freeport and Brunswick police departments, authorities identified two people suspected to be victims of human trafficking. “Sex trafficking remains a serious issue across the nation, and Maine is not immune. This case highlights how some individuals misuse power, wealth, or influence to exploit others,” the Brunswick Police Department said in a news release. O’Donnell was taken to the Cumberland County Jail where his bail was set at $2,500. #sextraffickingnews #breakingnews #EndHumanTrafficking #Humantraffickingnews #Magdalenasdaughters