Joana Arengo, M.S. Human EcologyLinks to an external site. | School of Human Ecology | University of Wisconsin-Madison

ReGeneration International Philippines Inc. is a 501c3 nonprofit organization that supports those who are vulnerable to or are victims of human sex trafficking by providing multi-sector services, such as food, education, a safe environment, and health care access. The organization recently constructed a shelter called Regeneration Restoration Home, dedicated to young boy victims of trafficking and sexual abuse, a population that tends to receive fewer resources after being rescued. As they prepare for the upcoming arrival of their new residents, obtaining sustainable funding must be a priority for the organization to provide high-quality services to assist the victims during their healing process. Thus, this capstone project aimed to increase their funding opportunities through grants and restructure their current grant database for future efficiency and sustainability. Additionally, the project will work with the organization to develop plans in searching for potential partnerships with other local and international organizations fighting against human trafficking. Through our collaborative efforts, we hope to provide victims of trafficking a safe environment that encourages their recovery and restoration process while simultaneously gaining the necessary tools to live a healthy and fulfilling life.

Please view the following presentation of my project below, which includes embedded audio. 

*Content Warning: Some of the topics I will discussing throughout my presentation are sex trafficking and sexual abuse on children. I completely understand that these are sensitive contents; thus, please take the actions that will best support you. Images in this presentation are not of the actual individuals, with the exception of slides 2 and 4.