ABOUT FREE
Human trafficking. “It’s a problem that just takes place
overseas.”
That statement could not be more wrong.
ABOUT
FREE International was founded in 2007 because founders Michael and Denise Bartel believed then, and still do, that every man, woman and child should be FREE from slavery!
The Bartels’ work with Project Rescue in Southern Asia opened their eyes to the global scourge of human trafficking. Returning home, they founded FREE International to answer the question, what can we do? It started providing mobilizing and training towards engagement.
Starting in New York City, FREE began raising awareness, training communities, and mobilizing efforts nationwide. Today, headquartered in Las Vegas, our team collaborates with law enforcement, churches, schools, and governments across the country. We believe that by leveraging the strengths of local partners, we can most effectively fight human trafficking.
What people are saying about
FREE International
Marty Jackley
South Dakota Attorney General
“F.R.E.E. International has been a trusted partner in our state showing great creativity, competency and collaborative energy in building awareness, creating successful outreach and providing resources and services to protect young women and children in our state.”
Jesse Curtis
Deputy Director at Wyoming Law Enforcement Academy
“I had the opportunity to work with FREE International during the Sturgis Bike Rally. I was impressed by how the FREE leadership was constantly able to adapt and find ways to provide for needs while also providing valuable information to law enforcement organizations. I look forward to working with them again.”
FREE International
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