CIP: I Kick and I Fly - a Community Conversation on Courage, Hope and Protection
Thursday, Sept. 17; program begins at 6:00 p.m.
Join us for a meaningful community conversation inspired by I Kick and I Fly, a powerful novel that explores resilience, courage and the strength of the human spirit. Through an engaging discussion, guests will learn about the realities and warning signs of human trafficking, while exploring ways families and communities can help create safe, supportive environments for young people.
The program features a distinguished panel of presenters bringing both lived expertise and professional experience to the conversation. Author Ruchira Gupta, founder of Apne Aap Women Worldwide and author of I Kick and I Fly, will share the inspiration behind her novel and insights into the issues affecting vulnerable youth around the world. Joining her are Rachel Harrison, Program Director of Fight To End Exploitation (FEE) and Lt. Sarah Zupke, with the Racine Police Department Detective Bureau.
Founded in 2012, FEE began to bring awareness to the issue of the fight against human trafficking with small community gatherings and has evolved into a county-wide movement to end trafficking and exploitation. In this short time, in partnership with the Racine Police Department, FTEE has worked with almost 600 victims of human trafficking in the Racine area.
Together, these presenters will offer perspectives that inform, inspire and equip attendees to make a difference in their own communities.
This engaging and important program is appropriate for young teens, families, educators and community members interested in building safer communities.