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ABOUT THE DEFENDERS
Founded in June 2006, The Defenders USA is a coalition of men that are opposed to all forms of commercialized sex. Defenders believe that pornography, prostitution, escort services, strip clubs, peep shows, and erotic massage parlors all contribute to the commercial sex industry, a market that produces nearly 100,000 – 300,000 exploited victims a year—the majority of which are women and children. Through various Defender campaigns, our objective is to provide care for exploited victims through our restoration centers. In addition, we strive to end the demand for sexually explicit material by educating and equipping men to speak out against this destructive trade.
GOALS
The Defenders USA’s primary goals are to raise public awareness about the realities of pornography and prostitution, while offering restoration for victims of sex trafficking. Defenders also encourage public discussion and empower activists, political leaders, members of the media, civil society groups, faith-based organizations, and churches to stand against this harmful market.
CAMPAIGNS
The Defenders USA has initiated several movements in an effort to combat the commercial sex industry. From our Truck-Stop and Host Your Own Event campaigns to Defender Film Festivals, The Defenders USA offers many ways to Defend sexually exploited women and children in your community. Learn more about our campaigns by visiting our DEFEND page.
AFFILIATIONS
The Defenders USA is an initiative of Shared Hope International, a 501c-3 non-profit organization that works to rescue, and restore women and children in crisis, and to prevent sex trafficking by building international alliances and increasing awareness of modern day sexual slavery. Founded in 1998 by former Congresswoman Linda Smith, Shared Hope has helped rescue trafficked victims worldwide through its Villages of Hope. You can learn more about this organization online at www.sharedhope.org.
RESOURCES
In addition to our public awareness and advocacy efforts, we also provide resources to sexually addicted individuals seeking recovery. For those wishing to overcome any personal struggles, please consider contacting the following counseling services:
| Charis Counseling | 1-866-891-2002 | www.chariscounseling.com |
| Focus on the Family | (719) 531-3400 | www.family.org |
| National Counseling Group | 1-877-566-9624 | www.nvcginc.com |
| Psychological Counseling Services | (480) 947-5739 | www.pcsearle.com |
| LifeCare Counseling Services | (317) 581-1013 | www.lifecarecounselingservices.com |
Whether one requires general treatment or more issue-specific rehabilitation, these counselors are qualified to handle issues such as sex addiction, pornography, and other non-sex-related matters.
