May 10, 2011 Dear Friends, I hope that you can join me on Saturday, May 21st, 2011 for an important collaborative anti-human trafficking training at the Open Door Church in San Mateo. As you may know, sex trafficking is a despicable crime that impacts nearly 300,000 children in our country each and every year. There is a common misconception that only foreign nationals are sold for sex, but the sad reality is that American children are also victimized. We know that criminals are turning to trafficking at increasing rates because it is more profitable than selling drugs and carries lighter jail sentences. This community training session will cover: What is human trafficking and why is it important? Is it really happening here in San Mateo County? How do I recognize it in my community? Who do I contact if I see something suspicious? What can I do to make sure that my neighbors are aware of the issue? Event details are listed below. To RSVP, please visit this website or contact Alana Paull in my office at (650) 342-0300. Who: Congresswoman Jackie Speier District Attorney Steve Wagstaffe Not For Sale Founder Dave Batstone Bay Area Anti-Trafficking Coalition Founder Betty Ann Boeving San Jose Police Lieutenant John Vanek What: Collaborative anti-trafficking training session with San Mateo County Law Enforcement, victim service providers and community members When: Saturday, May 21st, 9:00-3:00, registration begins at 8:00 AM Where: Open Door Church, 4150 Picadilly Lane, San Mateo (off of 41st Ave, near Mollie Stone’s Market) Why: To learn about trafficking and create the foundation for a collaborative zero tolerance initiative All the best, Unsubscribe Capitol Hill Office 211 Cannon House Office Building Washington, DC 20515 Phone: (202) 225-3531 Fax: (202) 226-4183 District Office 400 S. El Camino Real, Suite 750 San Mateo, CA 94402 Phone: (650) 342-0300 Fax: (650) 375-8270