Guardians
Unleashed
People & Paws United Against Human Trafficking
End Human Trafficking Now
Our Mission is to empower survivors and bring an end to the cycle of human trafficking. We do this through the training and placement of working dogs and a relentless commitment to human trafficking awareness, education/ prevention, and survivor support.
Our Bark
Human trafficking is modern-day slavery, with more people captured today than ever before in human history. The stats are harrowing, making it painfully clear — our bark must be loud. Awareness and education can be the difference makers against abuse, enslavement, and repeat capture.
Our Bite
To bring healing, increased safety, and empowerment, Valor Canines provides working dogs to survivors of human trafficking. We foster lifelong bonds between people and paws, provide ongoing education and training, and maintain life-affirming community.
Fighting Human Trafficking: WHY DOGS?
Our Canine Companions play a vital and unique role in supporting survivors of human trafficking on their restoration journeys. These highly-trained canines offer security, companionship, and emotional support that is transformative for survivors who have experienced severe trauma.
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Personal Protection Canines play a multifaceted role in the recovery journey of survivors of human trafficking. Their highly-skil ed combination of protection, companionship, and emotional support contributes significantly to the empowerment and healing of individuals who have endured unimaginable hardships.
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Service Dogs play a unique role in the recovery and healing journey of survivors of human trafficking. Their specialized training and unique bond with their handlers contribute to the emotional, physical, and psychological well-being of survivors, fostering a path toward empowerment, independence, and a brighter future.
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Emotional Support Animals serve as dedicated allies in the healing process for survivors of human trafficking. Through companionship, comfort, and emotional connection, they play a crucial role in restoring a sense of security, promoting emotional well-being, and fostering the resilience needed to overcome the profound challenges of survivorship.
HUMAN TRAFFICKING BY THE NUMBERS
Human trafficking profits exceed $150 billion dollars per year.
The average age a child enters the commercial sex trade is 11-13 years old.
Florida is the third largest hub for human trafficking in the United States.
Will you stand with us and
unleash hope for survivors?
What Drives Us
We care deeply about healing trauma. As a Veteran-led non-profit, we profoundly understand that renewal and restoration are possible even in the most harrowing circumstances. Our collaborative approach to survivor support is always unique. We take the time to understand the healing journey and meet individuals with compassion and care in whatever ways are most impactful. Through canine match and placement, direct support, and community building, we aspire to empower survivors to reclaim their lives and find strength in a safer, more hopeful future.
Our Commitment
We approach each healing relationship with dignity and discretion. We empower our Veteran trainers to use their skills in service of human trafficking survivors, discovering a meaningful and fulfilling way to continue their service. We create a supportive community where survivors find strength in the shared experiences of Veterans. We train and place service dogs for long-term support of survivors, and provide personal safety training to end repeat capture.