YOU CAN STILL DONATE:
Even though our Indiegogo fundraiser has concluded, you can still contribute to the IN PLAIN SIGHT documentary. We raised $44,000 in 60 days, but we still need $31,000 to fully fund the film. There are two ways to make a tax-deductible donation:
- CLICK HERE TO DONATE via credit card.
- Or, make a donation via check made out to:
Awaken Media
233 16th Place #F
Costa Mesa, CA 92627
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It’s common knowledge that sex is used to sell products and services, but did you know that sex (itself) is being sold on a daily basis…in your city? You may not see a prostitute walking down your street or a pimp going door to door offering her services, but it’s happening in plain sight whether you realize it or not.
While the image of a pimp and prostitute have been glamorized through movies such as “Pretty Woman” and “Hustle & Flow”, there is nothing beautiful about the dark underbelly of the sex industry.
Maybe you’ve heard the term sex trafficking.
It’s simply a politically-correct way of saying sexual slavery.
While public slavery in the United States is over, there is still a large market for buying and selling women and children…in your city. It’s being sold through ads in the back weekly newspapers, posts on Craigslist.com and Backpage.com, at massage parlors, via escort services, at truck stops, and at a motel you drive by on a daily basis.
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This is not just an "international" issue.
IN PLAIN SIGHT seeks to raise awareness of the thousands of women and children who are forced, coerced, or deceived into the commercial sex trade each year in the United States. Through the mediums of a documentary film and accompanying music album, we will open the eyes of the average American to what’s happening “in plain sight” – the exploitation of thousands of people in their own communities without them even being aware.
Most Americans are completely oblivious to the fact that thousands of women and children are enslaved within their own communities. This isn’t limited to Las Vegas, Los Angeles, and New York. We’re talking about cities across America – from Sacramento to Little Rock to Baltimore – where the unthinkable is happening “in plain sight.”
More info: www.inplainsightfilm.com
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Through an eye-opening documentary, inspiring worship album, and engaging 31-day devotional & group study guide, we will...
- Inform Americans that sex trafficking is happening in their city in plain sight.
- Profile five freedom-giving non-profits who are doing tremendous work in both rescuing and caring for victims of sex trafficking.
- Rally a generation of abolitionists to rise up and take action on behalf of women and children who are being exploited.
- Fund the work of Abolition International in their effort to bring hope and freedom to victims of sexual slavery.
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The Documentary
Executive Produced and Narrated by Natalie Grant, IN PLAIN SIGHT will journey to five US cities to experience stories of hope and freedom rising out of the darkness of sexual slavery.
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The Worship Album
The IN PLAIN SIGHT album will be comprised of original, worship songs from well-known artists who turn our attention to the Source of hope and healing needed to overcome the darkness of sex trafficking in the US.
(Cover images for representational purposes only.)
The 31-Day Devotional & Study Guide
To be co-authored by Stacia Freeman (President of Abolition International) and David Trotter, the IN PLAIN SIGHT 31-Day Devotional & Study Guide will be designed for individual and/or group study focused on God's heart for the vulnerable and broken within our world. Starting with the viewing of the documentary as a group, each of the five small group study guides will be followed up with daily devotions including key concept, Scriptures, quotes, reflection question, action step, a Tweet-able quote, and an Instragram-able image. While the topic of "sex trafficking" will be interwoven, our greatest desire is that this study guide will rally a generation to rise up and take action on behalf of any vulnerable men, women, and children in our world who are being exploited.
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CONTRIBUTE NOW - We need to raise at least $75,000 to fund the documentary and worship album, and we would be honored by your support. As a small "thank you" for your contribution, we've listed a number of "perks" on the right column. Every dollar counts!
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SPREAD THE WORD - Tell your friends about IN PLAIN SIGHT and our campaign to raise $75,000 within 30 days. Post a link to this page on Facebook or Twitter. Write about it on your blog. Post an image on Instagram. Your friends need to know about this project and how they can participate.
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NATALIE GRANT
Documentary: Executive Producer & Narrator
Grammy nominated Natalie Grant is a powerhouse vocalist, heart-gripping songwriter, and charismatic performer. She has consistently remained one of the top selling Christian artists and has sold well over a million records. The Gospel Music Association named her the 2012 Female Vocalist of the Year, an honor that she’s received 5 times.
Beyond her artistry, she is an outspoken advocate for victims of human trafficking. In 2005, Natalie founded the organization Abolition International which is committed to providing quality restorative aftercare to trafficking victims both domestically and internationally.
More info: nataliegrant.com
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DAVID TROTTER
Project: Executive Producer, Host, & Co-Author
Based in Orange County, California, David Trotter is passionate about inspiring you to leverage your life for the good of others. As a documentary filmmaker, speaker, and writer, he shares his own journey in creative ways in order to compel people to take positive action in their world.
David is the Executive Producer and Co-host of MOTHER INDIA: Life Through the Eyes of the Orphan – Best Short Documentary at the 2012 San Diego Christian Film Festival.
Prior to 15 years of non-profit leadership experience, David attended Vanguard University (BA) and Fuller Theological Seminary (MA). He has been married to Laura for over 19 years, and they have two children.
More info: davidtrotter.tv
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KIM DEALLEAN