🌟👭Maritza and Fanny are two incredible community leaders from the Dominican Republic. They combat the pressing challenges facing their community - from sexual and labor exploitation to the everyday struggle for basic needs like water and healthcare. 🛑Sexual Exploitation: A grim reality where older men prey on younger girls, often in settings like nightclubs. Maritza and Fanny are fighting back by educating the youth on how to remain safe and avoid dangerous situations. ⚒️Labor Exploitation: Many are forced to work long hours for meager pay, with some turning to informal jobs like construction or sand extraction from rivers due to lack of legal documentation. Fanny and Maritza's ongoing participation in local community vigilance groups helps community members identify exploitative situations and advocate for better working conditions and pay. We at Free the Slaves stand with Maritza and Fanny. Their resilience and determination are inspiring, but they need our help to make their vision a reality. ✨Join Us in Making a Difference✨ Your support can help bring vital resources to this community. Let’s build a center for education and empowerment, improve healthcare access, and fight against exploitation. 👉Every contribution brings us closer to a world where every individual lives with dignity and freedom 🔗https://lnkd.in/dfvXEbts Together, we can change lives. 💪 #FreeTheSlaves #EmpowerCommunities
