911 Cell Phone Bank Joins the Global Effort to End Human Trafficking on World Day Against Trafficking in Persons

PRESS RELEASE

Every country in the world is affected by human trafficking—a crime that exploits vulnerable people through coercion, fraud, and force, often for sex or forced labor. According to the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), women and girls account for 65% of identified trafficking victims, with children comprising nearly one-third of all cases. Traffickers frequently target refugees, migrants, and displaced individuals, preying on those with limited access to support or safety.

As the world recognizes World Day Against Trafficking in Persons on July 30, the 911 Cell Phone Bank reaffirms its commitment to supporting survivors and aiding the law enforcement agencies that fight trafficking daily. Since its founding in 2004, this Florida-based nonprofit has distributed over 250,000 secure, mobile devices to survivors of human trafficking and domestic violence, as well as the professionals working to protect them.

These donated devices serve as a lifeline—providing survivors with a safe means to call for help, contact support services, or reconnect with family. Access to communication is critical during moments of escape, and the UN’s Global Plan of Action to Combat Trafficking in Persons highlights the need for immediate support and coordinated responses—especially communication tools and safety mechanisms for victims.

The 911 Cell Phone Bank meets this need by becoming a connecting agent between law enforcement agencies, victim advocates, shelters, and service organizations to donors of electronic devices from lost and found departments, property rooms, and/or device drives. Once devices are received, the 911 Cell Phone Bank thoroughly wipes them of all personal data to meet Department of Defense data destruction standards before being distributed. This protects donors from liability issues. Advocates and law enforcement agencies call to have devices activated with 60-days of free service that aid in the fight against domestic violence and human trafficking.

“When someone is escaping exploitation, access to a phone can be the difference between danger and safety, fear and freedom,”said James Mosieur, Founder & Director of 911 Cell Phone Bank.

How You Can Help:

Create a solid plan for the lost and found department at your business or organization by contacting the 911 Cell Phone Bank at 866-290-7864. Donations support real lives in real time, helping survivors take the first step toward healing and independence.

Let’s turn awareness into action.

Join the fight—Phone It Forward.

For more information or to donate, visit: www.911cellphonebank.org