Support Survivors in Columbus, OH
Ways to Join Our Mission
Join us in serving women in your community. From volunteering to donating, your involvement brings freedom and hope.
VOLUNTEER WITH US
The Her Song Safe Home offers a secure and nurturing environment for survivors of human trafficking, providing long-term residential care, healing support, and the necessary resources to help women recover, rebuild, and thrive in freedom.
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The Her Song Prison Outreach Program offers education, support, and resources to incarcerated women affected by human trafficking, helping them break free from exploitation and prepare for successful reintegration into society.
HerSong Columbus Story
Columbus, Ohio became Her Song’s second expansion location and a powerful example of how God moves through community to open doors for healing.
The seeds of vision to expand into Columbus were planted in 2020 and came to fruition when we began hiring our team on the ground in 2021, thanks to the support of local church connections and generous donors who shared a heart for providing survivors of human trafficking with life-changing resources. Their passion and collaboration helped lay the foundation for Her Song’s mission to come to life in Ohio.
In 2023, we opened our first safe home in Columbus, followed by a second in 2024—each one serving as a place of safety and transformation for women beginning their healing journey. Today, we are preparing to open a third safe home in 2025, bringing us closer to offering our fully realized three-phase residential program in this region.
With every step, Her Song is growing deeper roots in Columbus—strengthening outreach, building relationships, and expanding our ability to serve more women with compassionate, trauma-informed care. This city continues to play a vital role in advancing our national mission and offering sustainable freedom—one life at a time.
- 2020
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Her Song Columbus Launch
We launched Her Song Columbus’ program through local engagement efforts.
- 2021
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Our Team Grows
We began to hire our team on the ground and initiated outreach efforts with survivors.
- 2022
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Learning Center Launch
We moved into our learning center and established a new ministry hub for Her Song Columbus.
First Safe Home Opens
We opened our first safe home preparing to welcome survivors “home” to Her Song.
- 2023
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Second Safe Home Opens
We opened our second safe home, expanding our program in Chattanooga.
Trafficking Snapshot In Columbus
What makes Columbus vulnerable to human trafficking?
- Human Trafficking Reports: Ohio ranks 5th nationally for reported human trafficking cases. In 2020, 310 trafficking cases were reported, with 85% of victims identified as female.
- Drug Crisis: In 2023, Ohio recorded 4,452 unintentional overdose deaths. Drug use remains a leading trafficking vulnerability.
- Highway Access: Major interstates (I-70, I-71, I-75, I-77, I-80/90) provide easy access across the region, making Ohio a hub for trafficking activity.
- Immigration Trends: From 2023–2024, international migration accounted for 77% of Columbus’ population growth, with over 23,000 new migrants entering the metro area—many of whom face increased risk of exploitation.
Our Local Impact
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2,492
Safe Nights Across
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3
Safe Homes
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746
Survivor Touchpoints through Outreach and Care Coordination
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16,400
Hours of Life Skills Training
Share about Her Song
Our Community Engagement Coordinator, Mindy Cederquist, is available to share about Her Song with your church, business, or organization. Email Bekah at bekahd@hersong.org for more information.
National Trafficking Hotline
If you suspect human trafficking in the United States, Please call 1-888-373-7888 or text “Help” to BEFREE.
Open 24 hours, 7 days a week. English, Spanish, and 200 more languages are available.
Her Song Hope Line
If you are a survivor and need Her Song services, call 1-844-HER-HOPE (1-844-437-4673).
If you need emergency assistance, call 911.