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The Greater Rockies Immersive Training on Exploitation and Trafficking (GRIT)
The Greater Rockies Immersive Training on Exploitation and Trafficking (GRIT) is designed, developed, and hosted by FYN Global and Uprising, a Wyoming-based anti-trafficking nonprofit. By fusing together the latest research, trends, and field expertise coupled with innovative immersion training, GRIT aims to cultivate sustainable change in how criminal justice systems throughout the Rocky Mountain region react to, investigate, and prosecute exploitation-based crimes. GRIT accomplishes this by using a hands-on multidisciplinary training approach to increase critical competencies, enhance cross-discipline collaboration, and build confidence.
Calm in Crisis-De-escalation with Youth Impacted by Commercial Sexual Exploitation
This interactive session will help participants recognize escalation early and respond in ways that increase safety, preserve dignity, and reduce power struggles. This session is part of the 2026 Human Trafficking Symposium, a free virtual event September 15-16 offering eight individual sessions covering a host of interesting topics for diverse professional audiences.
Beyond the Buzzwords: Rethinking Success and Support
This session moves beyond terminology to examine the practical differences between survivor-informed and survivor-defined service provision. This session is part of the 2026 Human Trafficking Symposium, a free virtual event September 15-16 offering eight individual sessions covering a host of interesting topics for diverse professional audiences.
Aftercare & Beyond: Navigating Long-Term Reintegration and Re-Exploitation Risks
This session dives into the “Paradox of Arriving,” exploring how adrenaline depletion and unnavigated trauma often surface only after physical safety is assured. This session is part of the 2026 Human Trafficking Symposium, a free virtual event September 15-16 offering eight individual sessions covering a host of interesting topics for diverse professional audiences.
Navigating Challenges with Kids in Care: A Panel Discussion
During this webinar, panelists will discuss how trauma, disrupted attachments, and survival-based behaviors shape engagement, disclosure, and trust. This session is part of the 2026 Human Trafficking Symposium, a free virtual event September 15-16 offering eight individual sessions covering a host of interesting topics for diverse professional audiences.
Safety Planning with CSEC Youth
This interactive session will provide child-serving professionals with practical strategies for developing individualized safety plans that address exploitation dynamics, trauma responses, and ongoing safety concerns. This session is part of the 2026 Human Trafficking Symposium, a free virtual event September 15-16 offering eight individual sessions covering a host of interesting topics for diverse professional audiences.
Beyond Resistance: Understanding Youth Survival Responses and Building Trust
This interactive session will examine practical approaches for building trust, increasing youth voice, recognizing readiness for change, and supporting safety without relying on compliance. This session is part of the 2026 Human Trafficking Symposium, a free virtual event September 15-16 offering eight individual sessions covering a host of interesting topics for diverse professional audiences.
Gang Trafficking & Forced Criminality: Identification, Intervention, and Cross-Systems Response
The presenter will discuss how a trauma-informed, cross-systems approach can better address the intersection of trafficking, gangs, and criminalization, helping professionals tailor their response and services to each survivor’s unique experience. This session is part of the 2026 Human Trafficking Symposium, a free virtual event September 15-16 offering eight individual sessions covering a host of interesting topics for diverse professional audiences.
Improving Our Response to Human Trafficking through the Lens of a Case Study
This interactive presentation provides participants with the ability to understand human trafficking and how professionals can improve their response to human trafficking through the lens of a case study. This session is part of the 2026 Human Trafficking Symposium, a free virtual event September 15-16 offering eight individual sessions covering a host of interesting topics for diverse professional audiences.
The Greater Rockies Immersive Training on Exploitation and Trafficking (GRIT)
The Greater Rockies Immersive Training on Exploitation and Trafficking (GRIT) is designed, developed, and hosted by FYN Global and Uprising, a Wyoming-based anti-trafficking nonprofit. By fusing together the latest research, trends, and field expertise coupled with innovative immersion training, GRIT aims to cultivate sustainable change in how criminal justice systems throughout the Rocky Mountain region react to, investigate, and prosecute exploitation-based crimes. GRIT accomplishes this by using a hands-on multidisciplinary training approach to increase critical competencies, enhance cross-discipline collaboration, and build confidence.
2026 Human Trafficking Awareness and Action Symposium
The Human Trafficking Awareness and Action Symposium is hosted by Northern Colorado University Center for Ethics and Human Rights in collaboration with FYN Global, a consulting and event planning business. Attendees choose from three tracks according to their interest at varying ticket prices.
2026 Virginia Biological Farming Conference
The annual Virginia Biological Farming Conference brings together farmers, gardeners, consumers, educators, industry professionals, and advocates of sustainable, regenerative, biological, and organic agriculture from across the east coast for three days of education, networking, and fun. It is the region’s premier training event for farmers and agricultural businesses. FYN Global is proud to be the event coordinator.
The Greater Rockies Immersive Training on Exploitation and Trafficking (GRIT)
The Greater Rockies Immersive Training on Exploitation and Trafficking (GRIT) is designed and developed by Uprising, a Wyoming-based anti-trafficking nonprofit, and FYN Global. By fusing together the latest research, trends, and field expertise coupled with innovative immersion training, GRIT aims to cultivate sustainable change in how criminal justice systems throughout the Rocky Mountain region react to, investigate, and prosecute exploitation-based crimes. GRIT accomplishes this by using a hands-on multidisciplinary training approach to increase critical competencies, enhance cross-discipline collaboration, and build confidence.
April Lunch & Learn Series (free/virtual)
Join us every Friday in April from 12:00-1:30PM for a new Lunch & Learn Webinar Series on unique topics in human trafficking and exploitation. Experts from around the country will sharecritical insights on emerging issues along with strategies and solutions. This series is designed for advocates, mental health specialists, educators, and other professionals.
APRIL 4 - Invisible Chains: Understanding and Combatting Familial Trafficking of Boys, presented by Robert Lung and Russell Wilson
APRIL 11 - Complex Trauma and Addiction: A Survivor’s Story of Childhood Exploitation and Adult Human Trafficking, presented by Maria Tell
APRIL 18 - Sextortion: A Call To Action, presented by Tim and Tamia Woods, and Kathryn Rifenbark
APRIL 25 - Understanding Ritual Abuse and Mind Control, presented by Chelsea Van Essen
This is a free training series co-hosted by FYN Global and Kristi House. Download the event details with session descriptions and bios here, follow this link to register for the webinar(s) of your choosing.
Beyond Services: Successful Agency-Survivor Partnerships (free/virtual)
Many anti-trafficking organizations aim to empower survivors, but what does it look like to engage survivors as clients, partners, employees, and board members? This workshop explores best practices for hiring, employing, and working alongside survivors, including those who have graduated from your programs. We will discuss ethical considerations, common challenges, and strategies for creating meaningful, sustainable roles that support both professional and personal growth. Through real-world examples and interactive discussion, participants will gain practical tools to foster survivor leadership while maintaining a healthy and effective workplace. Download the flyer here and register here.
A free training presented by Audrey Baedke and Renée Wallace, and co-hosted by FYN Global and Kristi House.
2025 Anti-Human Trafficking Symposium (free/virtual)
Join us for the 5th Annual Anti-Human Trafficking Symposium hosted by FYN Global and Kristi House’s Project GOLD. This year’s event focuses on identifying and serving special populations with three amazing, informative presentations. Registration is free and open to all individuals.
2024 International Conference on Violence against Men and Boys
The 2024 International Conference on Violence against Men and Boys is a groundbreaking educational and capacity-building event designed to address the often-overlooked issue of violence against men and boys. This transformative public health intervention is an initiative designed, developed, hosted and supported by a diverse 20-member volunteer Steering Committee curated by Giantslayer that includes survivors, allies, and leaders from across the globe. FYN Global is a member of the steering committee and an in-kind sponsor for this event.
The Greater Rockies Immersive Training on Exploitation and Trafficking
The Greater Rockies Immersive Training provides an innovative approach to training multi-disciplinary teams on how to prevent, intervene, and combat human trafficking and exploitation in rural communities.