Poster winners named for highlighting human trafficking

By Tom Rivers, Editor Posted 26 March 2025 at 8:38 pm

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ALBION – The Orleans County Department of Social Services’ Safe Harbour Program recognized the top three entries in its poster contest to raise awareness about human trafficking. The theme is “Spot the Signs – Stop the Traffick.”

Inez Stangler of Kendall holds her winning poster.

Pictured from left include Teresa Elam-Zwifka, director of Child & Family Services; Logan Hammons of Albion, 3rd place; Kelli Dingle of Albion, 2nd Place; Inez Stangler of Kendall, 1st Place; and Heather Jackson, caseworker and Safe Harbour/Human Trafficking liaison.

The contest was open for students in grades 7-12. They were asked to submit 8.5 by 11-inch posters that included red flags, vulnerabilities, warning signs and myths about human trafficking.

The first prize winner receives a VR Headset; second prize is a bin full of multiple items; and third prize is a pair of Beats Solo 4 headphones.

The Safe Harbour program is designed to be a safe place for young people between 12-18 years of age. In addition to providing education and awareness, Safe Harbour provides lessons in life skills to promote a strong foundation to help children launch into their future.

For more information on the poster contest or the Safe Harbour program, contact Heather Jackson at 585-589-2837 or email heather.jackson@orleanscountyny.gov.