Stories of Freedom, Purpose & Impact
Trafficking Awareness
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How Ethical Shopping Connects to Lasting Change
Discover how ethical shopping connects to change through fair trade clothing, ethical brands, and meaningful impact supporting vulnerable communities.
How Ethical Shopping Connects to Lasting Change
Discover how ethical shopping connects to change through fair trade clothing, ethical brands, and meaningful impact supporting vulnerable communities.
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The Bigger Impact Behind Gifts That Give Back
Discover the bigger impact behind gifts that give back through ethical shopping, dignified employment, and Made for Freedom initiatives worldwide today.
The Bigger Impact Behind Gifts That Give Back
Discover the bigger impact behind gifts that give back through ethical shopping, dignified employment, and Made for Freedom initiatives worldwide today.
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How Ethical Shopping & Gifting Connects to Last...
Discover how ethical shopping connects to change through survivor stories, ethical brands, and Made for Freedom initiatives supporting communities.
How Ethical Shopping & Gifting Connects to Lasting Change
Discover how ethical shopping connects to change through survivor stories, ethical brands, and Made for Freedom initiatives supporting communities.
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How Ethical Fashion Brands Support Long-Term Im...
Discover how ethical fashion brands support long-term impact and how Made for Freedom promotes opportunity, and ethical shopping choices worldwide.
How Ethical Fashion Brands Support Long-Term Impact
Discover how ethical fashion brands support long-term impact and how Made for Freedom promotes opportunity, and ethical shopping choices worldwide.
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The Bigger Impact Behind Gifts That Give to Cha...
Discover the bigger impact behind gifts that give to charity and how Made for Freedom supports dignity, ethical shopping, and lasting change.
The Bigger Impact Behind Gifts That Give to Charity
Discover the bigger impact behind gifts that give to charity and how Made for Freedom supports dignity, ethical shopping, and lasting change.
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Why Gifts That Give Back to Charity Matter in t...
Discover why gifts that give back to charity matter and how Made for Freedom supports dignity, ethical shopping, and impact for vulnerable communities
Why Gifts That Give Back to Charity Matter in the Fight for Freedom
Discover why gifts that give back to charity matter and how Made for Freedom supports dignity, ethical shopping, and impact for vulnerable communities
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How Ethical Shopping Connects to Lasting Change
Discover how ethical shopping supports lasting change and how Made for Freedom promotes fair wages, and long-term impact through every purchase.
How Ethical Shopping Connects to Lasting Change
Discover how ethical shopping supports lasting change and how Made for Freedom promotes fair wages, and long-term impact through every purchase.
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The Bigger Impact Behind Ethical Jewelry
Discover the bigger impact behind ethical jewelry and how Made for Freedom supports fair wages, dignity, and long-term change through ethical choices.
The Bigger Impact Behind Ethical Jewelry
Discover the bigger impact behind ethical jewelry and how Made for Freedom supports fair wages, dignity, and long-term change through ethical choices.
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How Ethical Shopping Connects to Lasting Change
Learn how ethical shopping supports dignified employment and production. Discover how Made for Freedom connects purchases to lasting impact.
How Ethical Shopping Connects to Lasting Change
Learn how ethical shopping supports dignified employment and production. Discover how Made for Freedom connects purchases to lasting impact.
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The Bigger Impact Behind Gifts That Give to Cha...
Discover how gifts that give to charity support ethical brands, fair trade artisans, and long-term impact. Learn how ethical fashion connects to awareness.
The Bigger Impact Behind Gifts That Give to Charity
Discover how gifts that give to charity support ethical brands, fair trade artisans, and long-term impact. Learn how ethical fashion connects to awareness.
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How Gifts That Give Back Support Long-Term Impact
Discover how gifts that give back support ethical brands and fair trade artisans. Learn how Made for Freedom supports dignified employment for survivors.
How Gifts That Give Back Support Long-Term Impact
Discover how gifts that give back support ethical brands and fair trade artisans. Learn how Made for Freedom supports dignified employment for survivors.
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Simple Ways to Shop for Ethical Brands
Learn ways to shop ethical brands and support fair trade clothing and ethical jewelry. Discover how Made for Freedom connects shopping to purpose.
Simple Ways to Shop for Ethical Brands
Learn ways to shop ethical brands and support fair trade clothing and ethical jewelry. Discover how Made for Freedom connects shopping to purpose.
Purposeful Living
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Why Gifts for a Cause Align with Intentional Li...
Learn why gifts for a cause align with intentional living through ethical shopping, meaningful giving, and compassionate choices that create lasting impact.
Why Gifts for a Cause Align with Intentional Living
Learn why gifts for a cause align with intentional living through ethical shopping, meaningful giving, and compassionate choices that create lasting impact.
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A More Thoughtful Approach to Gifts That Give Back
Discover a more thoughtful approach to gifts that give back through ethical shopping, meaningful giving, and intentional choices that inspire lasting impact.
A More Thoughtful Approach to Gifts That Give Back
Discover a more thoughtful approach to gifts that give back through ethical shopping, meaningful giving, and intentional choices that inspire lasting impact.
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Why Sustainable Jewelry Aligns with Intentional...
Discover why sustainable jewelry aligns with intentional living through ethical shopping, meaningful gifts, and conscious choices that create lasting impact.
Why Sustainable Jewelry Aligns with Intentional Living
Discover why sustainable jewelry aligns with intentional living through ethical shopping, meaningful gifts, and conscious choices that create lasting impact.
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Why Sustainable Clothing Aligns with Intentiona...
Discover why sustainable clothing aligns with intentional living and how Made for Freedom supports ethical choices and meaningful impact worldwide.
Why Sustainable Clothing Aligns with Intentional Living
Discover why sustainable clothing aligns with intentional living and how Made for Freedom supports ethical choices and meaningful impact worldwide.
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A More Thoughtful Approach to Ethical Brands
Learn how choosing ethical brands supports meaningful living and how Made for Freedom connects everyday purchases to purpose and positive impact.
A More Thoughtful Approach to Ethical Brands
Learn how choosing ethical brands supports meaningful living and how Made for Freedom connects everyday purchases to purpose and positive impact.
Ethical Living
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How to Choose Affordable Sustainable Clothing
Learn how to choose affordable sustainable clothing and support ethical fashion, mindful shopping, and long-term impact through everyday choices.
How to Choose Affordable Sustainable Clothing
Learn how to choose affordable sustainable clothing and support ethical fashion, mindful shopping, and long-term impact through everyday choices.
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What to Look for in Ethical Clothing Brands
Learn what to look for in ethical clothing brands and how Made for Freedom supports dignity, sustainable fashion, and mindful shopping choices worldwide.
What to Look for in Ethical Clothing Brands
Learn what to look for in ethical clothing brands and how Made for Freedom supports dignity, sustainable fashion, and mindful shopping choices worldwide.
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Simple Ways to Shop for Ethical Brands
Learn simple ways to shop for ethical brands and how Made for Freedom supports sustainable fashion, and intentional living through thoughtful choices.
Simple Ways to Shop for Ethical Brands
Learn simple ways to shop for ethical brands and how Made for Freedom supports sustainable fashion, and intentional living through thoughtful choices.
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Comprehensive Guide On How to Choose Ethical Je...
Learn how to choose ethical jewelry and how Made for Freedom supports fair wages, dignity, and long-term shopping choices for conscious consumers.
Comprehensive Guide On How to Choose Ethical Jewelry
Learn how to choose ethical jewelry and how Made for Freedom supports fair wages, dignity, and long-term shopping choices for conscious consumers.
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A Beginner’s Guide to Ethical Fashion Brands
Learn how to choose ethical fashion brands in this guide and how Made for Freedom supports eco friendly clothing, fair wages, and meaningful impact.
A Beginner’s Guide to Ethical Fashion Brands
Learn how to choose ethical fashion brands in this guide and how Made for Freedom supports eco friendly clothing, fair wages, and meaningful impact.
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What to Look for in Fair Trade Clothing
Learn what to look for in fair trade clothing and ethical fashion. Discover how Made for Freedom supports sustainable clothing and dignified employment.
What to Look for in Fair Trade Clothing
Learn what to look for in fair trade clothing and ethical fashion. Discover how Made for Freedom supports sustainable clothing and dignified employment.
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Why Fair Trade Bracelets Matter More Than Ever
Discover why fair trade bracelets matter more than ever. Learn how Made for Freedom supports ethical jewelry, communities, and sustainable fashion.
Why Fair Trade Bracelets Matter More Than Ever
Discover why fair trade bracelets matter more than ever. Learn how Made for Freedom supports ethical jewelry, communities, and sustainable fashion.
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How to Choose Ethical Jewelry
Learn how to choose ethical jewelry, sustainable jewelry, and fair trade bracelets. Discover how Made for Freedom supports artisans and ethical fashion.
How to Choose Ethical Jewelry
Learn how to choose ethical jewelry, sustainable jewelry, and fair trade bracelets. Discover how Made for Freedom supports artisans and ethical fashion.
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Simple Ways to Shop for Gifts That Give Back
Discover simple ways to shop for gifts that give back. Learn how ethical jewelry and fair trade bracelets support people and communities worldwide.
Simple Ways to Shop for Gifts That Give Back
Discover simple ways to shop for gifts that give back. Learn how ethical jewelry and fair trade bracelets support people and communities worldwide.
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Impact Gifting: What We Believe About Gifts Tha...
Discover how impact gifting supports ethical brands and meaningful causes. Learn how Made for Freedom can support events, teams, and organizations.
Impact Gifting: What We Believe About Gifts That Give Back
Discover how impact gifting supports ethical brands and meaningful causes. Learn how Made for Freedom can support events, teams, and organizations.
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A Beginner’s Guide to Sustainable Jewelry
Learn how to choose sustainable jewelry that supports fair trade artisans and ethical brands. A beginner’s guide to ethical jewelry from Made for Freedom.
A Beginner’s Guide to Sustainable Jewelry
Learn how to choose sustainable jewelry that supports fair trade artisans and ethical brands. A beginner’s guide to ethical jewelry from Made for Freedom.
Survivor Stories
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Stories of Hope Behind Survivor Made Jewelry
Discover stories of hope behind survivor made jewelry and how Made for Freedom supports dignity, resilience, and ethical craftsmanship worldwide.
Stories of Hope Behind Survivor Made Jewelry
Discover stories of hope behind survivor made jewelry and how Made for Freedom supports dignity, resilience, and ethical craftsmanship worldwide.
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How Gifts for a Cause Connect to Real Stories o...
Discover how gifts for a cause support stories of hope through Made for Freedom impact gifting, ethical products, and dignified work opportunities.
How Gifts for a Cause Connect to Real Stories of Freedom
Discover how gifts for a cause support stories of hope through Made for Freedom impact gifting, ethical products, and dignified work opportunities.
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What Ethically Made Clothing Can Make Possible
Discover what ethically made clothing can make possible and how Made for Freedom supports dignity, opportunity, and meaningful lasting change.
What Ethically Made Clothing Can Make Possible
Discover what ethically made clothing can make possible and how Made for Freedom supports dignity, opportunity, and meaningful lasting change.
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How Gifts for a Cause Connect to Real Stories o...
Discover how gifts for a cause connect to real stories of freedom and how Made for Freedom impact gifting supports dignity and meaningful change.
How Gifts for a Cause Connect to Real Stories of Freedom
Discover how gifts for a cause connect to real stories of freedom and how Made for Freedom impact gifting supports dignity and meaningful change.
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The Story Behind Fair Trade Clothing and Why It...
Discover the story behind fair trade clothing and how Made for Freedom supports dignified employment through ethically made and meaningful products.
The Story Behind Fair Trade Clothing and Why It Matters
Discover the story behind fair trade clothing and how Made for Freedom supports dignified employment through ethically made and meaningful products.
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A Story of Strength: Sa Mun’s Journey Toward Re...
Read Sa Mun’s powerful story of resilience and restoration. See how survivor-made jewelry like the Seek Justice Key Ring supports hope and justice.
A Story of Strength: Sa Mun’s Journey Toward Restoration
Read Sa Mun’s powerful story of resilience and restoration. See how survivor-made jewelry like the Seek Justice Key Ring supports hope and justice.
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A Story of Courage: Moe Moe’s Journey Toward Ju...
Discover Moe Moe’s story of resilience and how the Seek Justice Necklace represents dignity, opportunity, and hope for survivors rebuilding their lives.
A Story of Courage: Moe Moe’s Journey Toward Justice
Discover Moe Moe’s story of resilience and how the Seek Justice Necklace represents dignity, opportunity, and hope for survivors rebuilding their lives.
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A Story of Resilience: Aye’s Journey Toward Res...
Discover Aye’s story of resilience and how the Restoring Justice Bangle from Made for Freedom represents hope, healing, and dignified employment.
A Story of Resilience: Aye’s Journey Toward Restoration
Discover Aye’s story of resilience and how the Restoring Justice Bangle from Made for Freedom represents hope, healing, and dignified employment.
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A Story of Courage: How Gifts for a Cause Conne...
Discover how gifts for a cause connect to stories of resilience and craftsmanship through ethical jewelry and artisan partnerships with Made for Freedom.
A Story of Courage: How Gifts for a Cause Connect to Real Stories of Freedom
Discover how gifts for a cause connect to stories of resilience and craftsmanship through ethical jewelry and artisan partnerships with Made for Freedom.
Ethical Business
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Product Spotlight: The Story Behind the Committ...
Discover the story behind the Committed Heart Necklace and how Made for Freedom supports dignity, ethical jewelry, and impact vulnerable communities.
Product Spotlight: The Story Behind the Committed Heart Necklace
Discover the story behind the Committed Heart Necklace and how Made for Freedom supports dignity, ethical jewelry, and impact vulnerable communities.
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Product Spotlight: The Story Behind the Leather...
Discover the story behind the Leather Slingback Bag and how Made for Freedom supports ethical brands, fair wages, and dignified employment.
Product Spotlight: The Story Behind the Leather Slingback Bag
Discover the story behind the Leather Slingback Bag and how Made for Freedom supports ethical brands, fair wages, and dignified employment.
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Product Spotlight: The Story Behind the Strengt...
Clothing That Reflects Strength and Purpose Clothing is something we wear every day, often without thinking too deeply about it. We choose pieces based on comfort, style, or convenience. But...
Product Spotlight: The Story Behind the Strength & Dignity Ladies Tee
Clothing That Reflects Strength and Purpose Clothing is something we wear every day, often without thinking too deeply about it. We choose pieces based on comfort, style, or convenience. But...
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Product Spotlight: The Story Behind the Seek Ju...
Discover the story behind the Seek Justice Necklace and how Made for Freedom supports dignified employment through ethical and meaningful jewelry.
Product Spotlight: The Story Behind the Seek Justice Necklace
Discover the story behind the Seek Justice Necklace and how Made for Freedom supports dignified employment through ethical and meaningful jewelry.
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Product Spotlight: The Story Behind the Olive B...
Discover the story behind the Olive Branch Ring from Made for Freedom. Learn how sustainable jewelry and ethical jewelry support artisans and symbolize peace.
Product Spotlight: The Story Behind the Olive Branch Ring
Discover the story behind the Olive Branch Ring from Made for Freedom. Learn how sustainable jewelry and ethical jewelry support artisans and symbolize peace.
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Why Ethical Fashion Brands Still Matter
Learn why ethical brands still matter and how ethical clothing choices support responsible production and dignified employment with Made for Freedom.
Why Ethical Fashion Brands Still Matter
Learn why ethical brands still matter and how ethical clothing choices support responsible production and dignified employment with Made for Freedom.
From the Archive
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Sex Trafficking in India and Why Dignified Empl...
Explore why dignified employment matters in Kolkata and how poverty, trafficking, and economic vulnerability remain connected in communities today.
Sex Trafficking in India and Why Dignified Employment Matters: Kolkata
Explore why dignified employment matters in Kolkata and how poverty, trafficking, and economic vulnerability remain connected in communities today.
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How Recycling Your Clothes Can Save Our Planet
Learn how recycling your clothes can help reduce waste and how Made for Freedom supports ethical clothing and sustainable living choices.
How Recycling Your Clothes Can Save Our Planet
Learn how recycling your clothes can help reduce waste and how Made for Freedom supports ethical clothing and sustainable living choices.
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Significance of the Hummingbird
The hummingbird is often seen as a symbol of hope and resilience. Discover how this small but powerful bird reflects the strength of survivors of human trafficking and the journey...
Significance of the Hummingbird
The hummingbird is often seen as a symbol of hope and resilience. Discover how this small but powerful bird reflects the strength of survivors of human trafficking and the journey...
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Why It's Okay to Sell My Daughter or Son Into S...
Now that I have your attention, let me begin by saying clearly that I do not believe anyone should ever be sold, forced, or manipulated into sexual slavery. The title of...
Why It's Okay to Sell My Daughter or Son Into Sexual Slavery
Now that I have your attention, let me begin by saying clearly that I do not believe anyone should ever be sold, forced, or manipulated into sexual slavery. The title of...
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Phnom Penh and Svay Pak: Child Sex Trafficking ...
Looking Back and Moving Forward Around January 2015, the Made For Freedom team was preparing for an important journey. Dawn was traveling to Phnom Penh, Cambodia, a city that has...
Phnom Penh and Svay Pak: Child Sex Trafficking in Cambodia
Looking Back and Moving Forward Around January 2015, the Made For Freedom team was preparing for an important journey. Dawn was traveling to Phnom Penh, Cambodia, a city that has...
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Do You Have Blood on Your Hands? The Hidden Cos...
Learn how ethical jewelry, fair trade clothing, and eco friendly clothing brands help fight exploitation. Discover gifts that give back with Made for Freedom.
Do You Have Blood on Your Hands? The Hidden Cost Behind the Things We Buy
Learn how ethical jewelry, fair trade clothing, and eco friendly clothing brands help fight exploitation. Discover gifts that give back with Made for Freedom.
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Lessons We’ve Learned About Fair Trade Clothing
earn what fair trade clothing means & how ethical brands support dignified work. Discover how Made for Freedom promotes responsible fashion choices.
Lessons We’ve Learned About Fair Trade Clothing
earn what fair trade clothing means & how ethical brands support dignified work. Discover how Made for Freedom promotes responsible fashion choices.
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Ethical vs. Sustainable Fashion: Understanding ...
Learn the difference between ethical and sustainable fashion and how responsible clothing choices connect to purpose and dignity with Made for Freedom.
Ethical vs. Sustainable Fashion: Understanding the Difference
Learn the difference between ethical and sustainable fashion and how responsible clothing choices connect to purpose and dignity with Made for Freedom.
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#WearBlueForFreedom: It Goes Beyond Human Traff...
January 11 marked Wear Blue Day, a powerful moment during Human Trafficking Prevention Month when people across the country don blue clothing, accessories, and symbols to stand in solidarity against modern-day...
#WearBlueForFreedom: It Goes Beyond Human Trafficking Prevention Month
January 11 marked Wear Blue Day, a powerful moment during Human Trafficking Prevention Month when people across the country don blue clothing, accessories, and symbols to stand in solidarity against modern-day...
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Displacement and Danger: How Every Ukraine Brac...
The Ukraine Bracelet Sets and Bracelets—crafted by survivors—directly supports vulnerable Ukrainians impacted by war and displacement. Spotlighting new statistics, the post explains the massive scale of the crisis, shares how...
Displacement and Danger: How Every Ukraine Bracelet Supports Displaced at the Border
The Ukraine Bracelet Sets and Bracelets—crafted by survivors—directly supports vulnerable Ukrainians impacted by war and displacement. Spotlighting new statistics, the post explains the massive scale of the crisis, shares how...
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3 Levels of Impact from One Necklace: How the S...
Every piece of jewelry tells a story, but few carry the weight and purpose of a justice necklace that transforms lives on multiple levels. The Seek Justice Necklace isn't just another...
3 Levels of Impact from One Necklace: How the Seek Justice Necklace Strengthens the Fight Against Human Trafficking
Every piece of jewelry tells a story, but few carry the weight and purpose of a justice necklace that transforms lives on multiple levels. The Seek Justice Necklace isn't just another...
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End of an Era...Mostly
Since 2021, Made for Freedom has had the incredible opportunity to bring our sustainable fashion accessories—and the stories behind them—into Painted Tree Boutiques across the country.Our very first location was in...
End of an Era...Mostly
Since 2021, Made for Freedom has had the incredible opportunity to bring our sustainable fashion accessories—and the stories behind them—into Painted Tree Boutiques across the country.Our very first location was in...
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From Survivor to Changemaker: Empowering Lives ...
Survivors aren’t just rebuilding—they’re leading. Learn how courage and empowerment transform lives at Made for Freedom.
From Survivor to Changemaker: Empowering Lives Through Courage and Action
Survivors aren’t just rebuilding—they’re leading. Learn how courage and empowerment transform lives at Made for Freedom.
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Document Fraud: The Hidden Weapon Behind Traffi...
Traffickers and smugglers use forged passports, visas, and IDs to move people undetected. Learn how document fraud fuels exploitation—and how Made for Freedom empowers survivors.
Document Fraud: The Hidden Weapon Behind Trafficking and Smuggling
Traffickers and smugglers use forged passports, visas, and IDs to move people undetected. Learn how document fraud fuels exploitation—and how Made for Freedom empowers survivors.
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Victims are locked in basements or cages" – The...
Not all trafficking victims are physically restrained—many move freely yet remain trapped through coercion, threats, and manipulation.
Victims are locked in basements or cages" – The Hidden Reality of Control in Human Trafficking
Not all trafficking victims are physically restrained—many move freely yet remain trapped through coercion, threats, and manipulation.
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Ending Human Trafficking: How We Can All Be Par...
Human trafficking affects millions worldwide. Learn how awareness, survivor support, and ethical shopping can help end exploitation.
Ending Human Trafficking: How We Can All Be Part of the Solution
Human trafficking affects millions worldwide. Learn how awareness, survivor support, and ethical shopping can help end exploitation.
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Labor Trafficking Is Hiding in Plain Sight
Labor trafficking is a form of human trafficking where individuals are exploited for work through force, fraud, or coercion. Victims often lose control over their employment, living conditions, and finances....
Labor Trafficking Is Hiding in Plain Sight
Labor trafficking is a form of human trafficking where individuals are exploited for work through force, fraud, or coercion. Victims often lose control over their employment, living conditions, and finances....
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When Abuse Feels Like Love: The Hidden Grip of ...
Trauma bonding in trafficking traps victims through abuse and affection, impacting recovery. More research and trauma-informed care are needed.
When Abuse Feels Like Love: The Hidden Grip of Trauma Bonding in Trafficking
Trauma bonding in trafficking traps victims through abuse and affection, impacting recovery. More research and trauma-informed care are needed.
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8 Shocking Truths About Human Trafficking in th...
Human trafficking is one of the gravest human rights violations of our time. Despite international efforts, it continues to thrive in the shadows, affecting millions worldwide. Understanding the scope, causes,...
8 Shocking Truths About Human Trafficking in the 21st Century
Human trafficking is one of the gravest human rights violations of our time. Despite international efforts, it continues to thrive in the shadows, affecting millions worldwide. Understanding the scope, causes,...
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Celebrating 10 Years of Empowering Trafficking ...
It seems unreal that this small business is still going after all these years.You may have heard about the pieces that came together to start Made for Freedom. Still, in...
Celebrating 10 Years of Empowering Trafficking Survivors and Marginalized Groups
It seems unreal that this small business is still going after all these years.You may have heard about the pieces that came together to start Made for Freedom. Still, in...
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World Day Against Trafficking in Persons 2024: ...
July 30th is the World Day Against Trafficking in Persons, with this year's theme being: Leave No Child Behind in the Fight Against Human Trafficking. Safeguarding the most vulnerable is...
World Day Against Trafficking in Persons 2024: Protect Every Child
July 30th is the World Day Against Trafficking in Persons, with this year's theme being: Leave No Child Behind in the Fight Against Human Trafficking. Safeguarding the most vulnerable is...
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Warfare's Cruel Tool: Violence Against Women an...
Violence against women and girls, including human trafficking, is tragically prevalent in conflict zones worldwide, often employed deliberately as a weapon of war. This article delves into the disturbing reality...
Warfare's Cruel Tool: Violence Against Women and Girls, Including Human Trafficking
Violence against women and girls, including human trafficking, is tragically prevalent in conflict zones worldwide, often employed deliberately as a weapon of war. This article delves into the disturbing reality...
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We Can Do Better Than 1 Day of Human Traffickin...
When Human Trafficking Awareness Day came around, and organizations were pushing the #wearblueday selfie to raise awareness, I did just that. I sported my favorite blue scarf, donned a lovely...
We Can Do Better Than 1 Day of Human Trafficking Awareness
When Human Trafficking Awareness Day came around, and organizations were pushing the #wearblueday selfie to raise awareness, I did just that. I sported my favorite blue scarf, donned a lovely...
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How Poverty Fuels Child Trafficking
Learn how poverty and other factors make children vulnerable to human trafficking and find out what you can do today to join us in the fight against this horrific crime....
How Poverty Fuels Child Trafficking
Learn how poverty and other factors make children vulnerable to human trafficking and find out what you can do today to join us in the fight against this horrific crime....
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3 Ways to Empower Women this Women’s History Month
“No, you can’t do that. As a woman, it is forbidden.” Harriet Tubman, Rosa Parks, Susan Anthony, Elizabeth Stanton, and Malala didn’t get the memo. They decided that enough was...
3 Ways to Empower Women this Women’s History Month
“No, you can’t do that. As a woman, it is forbidden.” Harriet Tubman, Rosa Parks, Susan Anthony, Elizabeth Stanton, and Malala didn’t get the memo. They decided that enough was...
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A Tribute to Queen Elizabeth II
The epitome of strength, resilience, bravery, and commitment, Queen Elizabeth II was all these and more. During her 70 years and 214 days on the throne, and as the longest...
A Tribute to Queen Elizabeth II
The epitome of strength, resilience, bravery, and commitment, Queen Elizabeth II was all these and more. During her 70 years and 214 days on the throne, and as the longest...
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Needed Now More Than Ever
When it comes to transforming our world, leaders from around the globe in 2015 identified 17 Sustainable Development Goals. The number one goal on that list is to reduce poverty....
Needed Now More Than Ever
When it comes to transforming our world, leaders from around the globe in 2015 identified 17 Sustainable Development Goals. The number one goal on that list is to reduce poverty....
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When Global Issues Hit Close to Home
On Monday, February 1, Aung San Suu Kyi was detained during the military coup in Burma, also known as Myanmar. While we may be removed from this event halfway across the world, our...
When Global Issues Hit Close to Home
On Monday, February 1, Aung San Suu Kyi was detained during the military coup in Burma, also known as Myanmar. While we may be removed from this event halfway across the world, our...
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Rethinking BOGO
Hearing BOGO catches me off guard sometimes. Is that the phrase encouraging us to live life to its fullest? No wait, that’s YOLO, which is "you only live once." Is...
Rethinking BOGO
Hearing BOGO catches me off guard sometimes. Is that the phrase encouraging us to live life to its fullest? No wait, that’s YOLO, which is "you only live once." Is...
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Farewell 2020 and Thank You
At the end of 2019, when organizations were creating goals and preparing for “clarity of vision in 2020,” no one could have anticipated what 2020 would actually bring. It has been...
Farewell 2020 and Thank You
At the end of 2019, when organizations were creating goals and preparing for “clarity of vision in 2020,” no one could have anticipated what 2020 would actually bring. It has been...
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A Joyful Surprise
Made for Freedom has been through some tough times recently. But while reading my Bible and a devotion on Wednesday morning, I was reminded we still can have joy. Then I got a...
A Joyful Surprise
Made for Freedom has been through some tough times recently. But while reading my Bible and a devotion on Wednesday morning, I was reminded we still can have joy. Then I got a...
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Women Taking on Previously Forbidden Roles
In the past couple months, it seems I’ve heard “the first woman” enough times to pique my interest on women taking on leadership roles and being acknowledged for their accomplishments....
Women Taking on Previously Forbidden Roles
In the past couple months, it seems I’ve heard “the first woman” enough times to pique my interest on women taking on leadership roles and being acknowledged for their accomplishments....
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Word Of The Year
If you’ve followed Made for Freedom for the past few years, you’ll notice that we have grown mostly through in-person events and conferences. I’ve met thousands of incredible people at...
Word Of The Year
If you’ve followed Made for Freedom for the past few years, you’ll notice that we have grown mostly through in-person events and conferences. I’ve met thousands of incredible people at...
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Know You're Blessed. Join the Fight.
The season of fall brings up images of Halloween, pumpkin spice lattes, and food harvest — assuming you live in one of the wealthiest countries of the world. And if...
Know You're Blessed. Join the Fight.
The season of fall brings up images of Halloween, pumpkin spice lattes, and food harvest — assuming you live in one of the wealthiest countries of the world. And if...
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When Women Become Rental Property
During a social networking event, I launched into a conversation about the horrors of human trafficking with a gentleman I barely knew. Looking back, I realize I could have discussed...
When Women Become Rental Property
During a social networking event, I launched into a conversation about the horrors of human trafficking with a gentleman I barely knew. Looking back, I realize I could have discussed...
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A new beginning for Fasai
Part of our Faces of Human Trafficking Series “Fasai”*, a Lahu girl, comes from a broken family. The Lahus, a semi-nomadic hill tribe, originated from China and Tibet before migrating...
A new beginning for Fasai
Part of our Faces of Human Trafficking Series “Fasai”*, a Lahu girl, comes from a broken family. The Lahus, a semi-nomadic hill tribe, originated from China and Tibet before migrating...
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Should we celebrate Human Rights Day?
Human Rights Day takes place every year on 10 December. It commemorates the day in 1948 when the United Nations General Assembly adopted the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR)....
Should we celebrate Human Rights Day?
Human Rights Day takes place every year on 10 December. It commemorates the day in 1948 when the United Nations General Assembly adopted the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR)....
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Reflections are More Than What You See
2017 has been filled with many wonderful things and some not so. During this time of year, I like to look back at all the things that have happened to...
Reflections are More Than What You See
2017 has been filled with many wonderful things and some not so. During this time of year, I like to look back at all the things that have happened to...
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Lucy Siegle is a fashion insider that's here to...
When I walk past a well-staged storefront, it's easy to feel like I'm part of the story. Like I'm the one on the boardwalk enjoying the sunshine, sipping lemonade, and...
Lucy Siegle is a fashion insider that's here to help us air out some dirty laundry.
When I walk past a well-staged storefront, it's easy to feel like I'm part of the story. Like I'm the one on the boardwalk enjoying the sunshine, sipping lemonade, and...
