May 28-30, 2015
Crowne Plaza Riverfront, St. Paul, MN
Breaking Free
P.O. Box 4366, St. Paul, MN 55104
(651) 645-6557
www.breakingfree.net/dcp
SEX TRAFFICKING: AN EPIDEMIC
Sex trafficking is one of the most heinous human rights violations of
our time. The United Nations estimates that 27 million people are
enslaved around the world today, more than any other time in
history.
Since 1996 Breaking Free has provided groundbreaking programs
and services to women and girls who have been victims of abuse
and sexual exploitation and who need assistance escaping the
violence in their lives. Each year, Breaking Free serves over 500
women and girls, providing them with advocacy, support, education,
and housing. Breaking Free is changing the culture of Minnesota
and the world to end sex trafficking. One of the most important
ways we do this transformative work is by hosting the Demand
Change Project.
THE SOLUTION: END THE DEMAND
Ending the demand for commercial sex will end sex trafficking and sexual exploitation. The
2015 End Demand Project focuses on key strategies to end the demand once and for all.
The Nordic Model
The Nordic Model was adopted in Sweden in 1999 as a part of the Swedish Violence Against Women Bill. This
practice criminalizes the purchase of sexual services and “pimping” (trafficking) while decriminalizing the
independent sale of sex. It allows for law enforcement officials to address the demand that fuels sex trafficking,
while also protecting women, girls, and other individuals who are victims. The Nordic Model has also been
adopted by Norway and Iceland. There is growing support in the United States for adopting the Nordic Model.
Pornography and Sex Trafficking
Pornography is now a pervasive part of our culture. It is inseparable from sex trafficking, as both a situation
within which women and girls are often trafficked and assaulted; and a product that degrades women, glorifies
sexual violence, attacks masculinity, and acts as a gateway into prostitution for both buyers and sellers of sex.
Ending pornography is an important step in transforming our culture so that sex trafficking and sexual
exploitation can no longer flourish.
KEY EVENTS
The Breaking Free Demand Change Project brings together
local, national, and international leaders and experts in the
anti-sex trafficking movement for an interactive conference.
Political leaders, law enforcement officials, public health
representatives, faith community leaders, survivors, and
service providers will present keynotes and workshops on
topics across a wide spectrum that will appeal to
professionals and community members alike.
KEYNOTE LUNCH FEATURING
RACHEL MORAN
Thursday, May 28, 2015
One of the first opportunities for conference attendees
to come together as a community, the Plenary Lunch
is a cornerstone of the Demand Change Project. This
year’s lunch will feature a keynote talk on the Nordic
Model from internationally renowned advocate Rachel
Moran.
AN EVENING WITH ABOLITIONISTS
Friday, May 29, 2015
Each year Breaking Free recognizes individuals across the
nation who have played a significant part in the fight against
sex trafficking. This year’s awards will include the Innovation
in Abolition Award, the Lifelong Achievement Award, the
Youth Engagement Award, the Excellence in Volunteering
Award, and the Survivor Leadership Award.
RALLY & WALK FOR FREEDOM
Saturday, May 30, 2015
This two-mile route through downtown Minneapolis will
highlight locations where sexual exploitation takes place and
work is being done to stop it right in the Twin Cities. This free
event invites attendees and other advocates for change to
send a message to Minneapolis that women and girls are not
for sale!
VICTORY CONCERT FEATURNG
ASHLEY DUBOSE & VENDOR FAIR
Saturday, May 30, 2015
One of the most exciting and well-attended events of the
conference, the Victory Concert will feature a special
performance by Ashley DuBose, a Twin Cities-based
national recording artist and competitor on Season 5 of The
Voice. There will also be performances by the Breaking Free
Survivor Choir, R&B artist Tiffany Carter, and other to-beannounced artists. Fair trade companies, anti-human
trafficking organizations, and sponsors will be featured
before and after the concert.
“I was awestruck at the bravery I saw at every turn. The unity. Seeing the
catastrophic cruelty that these women are recuperating from. Feeling humble
when watching the women speak, sing, or dance to spite those that controlled
and manipulated them. Seeing the loving embraces of new acquaintances and
old friends.”
—2013 Demand Change Participant
KEYNOTE SPEAKERS
Gail Dines
Born and raised in England, Gail Dines received her Ph.D.
from the University of Salford, UK. She began her activism
volunteering at a rape crisis in Tel Aviv and started the
Haifa-based feminist movement at the age of 22. Since
1986, Gail has taught at Wheelock College where she is
now professor of Sociology and Women’s Studies and chair
of the American Studies Department. For over twenty years
Gail has been researching and writing about the porn
industry and pop culture and has published many articles
on such varied topics as the image of women in Hollywood,
racism in porn, the hypersexualization of our culture, and
the ways images shape our sexuality and our relationships.
Rachel Moran
Rachel Moran was prostituted for seven years in Dublin and
other Irish cities, beginning at age 15. At the age of 22, she
managed to extricate herself, got on the path to higher
education, and gained a degree in journalism from Dublin
City University. Rachel speaks internationally on
prostitution and sex trafficking and works in conjunction
with Equality Now, the Coalition Against Trafficking in
Women, the European Women’s Lobby, and the Women’s
Front of Norway to end the violent exploitation of women
and girls. She is the author of Paid For: My Journey through
Prostitution.
DEMAND CHANGE AGENDA
Unless otherwise noted, all events take place at the Crowne Plaza Riverfront in St. Paul.
Thursday, May 28, 2015: Exploring the Nordic Model to End the Demand
8:00-9:00am:
9:00-10am:
10:00-10:15am:
10:15-11:45am:
11:45am-12:00pm:
12:00-1:30pm:
1:30-1:45pm:
1:45-3:15pm:
3:15-3:30pm:
3:30-5:00pm:
5:00-7:00pm:
Registration (repeat on Friday and Saturday)
Welcome and Introductory Speakers
Break
Implementing the Nordic Model in the United States Panel Discussion
Break
The Nordic Model Keynote Lunch: Rachel Moran
Break
Survivors’ View on the Nordic Model Panel Discussion
Break
Breakout Workshop Sessions
Art Exhibit
Friday, May 29, 2015: How Porn Culture Fuels the Demand
9:00-9:15am:
9:15-10:00am:
10:00-10:15am:
10:15-11:45am:
11:45-1:45pm:
1:45-3:15pm:
3:15-3:30pm:
3:30-5:00pm:
7:00-10:00pm:
Welcome and Overview
Sex Tourism Plenary Address: Jeff McKinley
Break
Breakout Workshop Sessions
Break with Box Lunches
Porn Culture Keynote Address: Gail Dines
Break
Breakout Workshop Sessions
An Evening with Abolitionists
Saturday, May 30, 2015: Survivors Lead the Way Towards Ending the Demand
9:00-9:15am:
9:15-10:15am:
10:15-10:30am:
10:30-11:30am:
11:30-12:00pm:
3:00-5:00pm:
7:00pm:
Welcome and Overview
Survivor and Trafficker Panel Discussion
Break
Survivor Leadership Panel Discussion
Break with Box Lunches
Rally and Walk for Freedom, Downtown Minneapolis
Victory Benefit Concert for Breaking Free
Agenda subject to change.
DEMAND CHANGE REGISTRATION
Conference Registration Pricing
3-Day Conference Pass: $155
Student Rate 3-Day Conference Pass: $135
Thursday Day Pass (includes sit-down plenary lunch): $85
Friday Day Pass (includes box lunch): $70
Saturday Day Pass (includes box lunch): $55
3-Day Passes do not include tickets for An Evening with Abolitionists or the Victory Concert.
There are no refunds for cancellations after May 8, 2015.
Additional Conference Options
An Evening With Abolitionists: $35 each
Victory Concert Featuring Ashley DuBose and Vendor Fair $25 each
Sponsor a Conference Registration
Help a survivor of sex trafficking/exploitation, woman of color, student, or senior citizen to attend Demand Change by
purchasing a 3-Day Conference Pass!
To register, go to www.breakingfree.net/dcp.
Hotel Accommodations
The Crowne Plaza St. Paul Riverfront is offering a special discounted rate of $159 per night plus tax. Call
(651) 292-1900 to reserve your room. Mention "Breaking Free" and reserve by April 12, 2015 to receive the
discounted rate. Rooms are filling fast so reserve TODAY for guaranteed availability.
www.ihg.com/crowneplaza/hotels/us/en/st.-paul/mspsp/hoteldetail
SPONSORSHIP
PARTNERING WITH BREAKING FREE
SPONSOR HOPE & SPONSOR PROGRESS:
SPONSOR THE 2015 DEMAND CHANGE PROJECT
Sponsoring Breaking Free’s Demand Change Project will assist us in presenting a three-day interactive
conference that mobilizes professionals and community members to end the demand for sex trafficking.
Private donations, corporate sponsors, and exhibitor/vendor opportunities are funding this entire event. Your
partnership with Breaking Free and investment in Demand Change will allow us to reach individuals with the
passion, drive, and knowledge to join us in our work to end sex trafficking and prostitution.
Breaking Free offers exciting opportunities for sponsors to get involved at a number of different levels. We
are committed to working with our sponsors to make sure that the package of benefits you receive in
exchange for your partnership meets all of your marketing needs.
For more information on sponsorship, contact Julia Tindell, Breaking Free Volunteer and
Event Specialist, by e-mail at [email protected].