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The Safe Harbour: NY program supports counties in developing their capacity to identify youth who have been trafficked, sexually exploited, or are at risk of victimization and to meet identified service needs of these youth. This work is grounded in and guided by the OCFS Blueprint.
The following highlights reflect some of the extensive work accomplished by Safe Harbour: NY partner counties. To view highlights from a local Safe Harbour: NY program, select a county from the dropdown or click on the map. Counties shaded purple are currently funded. To connect with a local point of contact, email humantrafficking@ocfs.ny.gov or contact your OCFS regional office.
Putnam County
Organization
Green Chimneys
Phone:
845-279-2995, ext. 702
Website:
greenchimneys.org
Highlights from Program Plan
- Form a Critical Team
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The department of social services appointed a Safe Harbour Liaison within the child advocacy center (CAC) to reinforce the multi-disciplinary team (MDT) response.
A task force of 16 agency partners meet monthly to assess needs and guide local programming.
- Develop County Training Plan
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Provide trainings to community partners on a regular basis.
- Conduct Public Awareness Campaigns
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Used billboards to raise awareness of human trafficking using materials created by youth.
Ran human trafficking awareness videos at movie theaters in English and Spanish.
- Youth Outreach
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Exhibit at many community events to inform agencies and the public about the services available through Safe Harbour.
Outreach Materials
