Update 5/25: My independent research has thus ended. Now the blog will be focused on all issues in regards to violence against women (gendered violence), with a strong focus on sexual exploitation and sex trafficking.
Updated 4/11: I have finished my research on the aftercare solutions in the US and some international ones. To see that research, click here. The next step is do a 'consumer report' on the aftercare solutions to identify gaps in service and foundation services. I will be conducting interviews as well.
Updated 2/25: After spending a few months researching the
topic of sex-trafficking, I am now moving towards researching
established aftercare solutions. Although I wish I had more time to
keep reading and researching, I need to get out of the books and get
my hands dirty due to a time constraint. During my research, I have
compiled a list of
about 35 organizations that I will look into. More specifically, I
will focus on their business model, what they do, what their mission
is, target market, funding, location, growth, history, etc. I am aiming
to interview and visit some of these places. The ending goal is to
create a unique, sustainable, and expandable business model for an
aftercare organization that would be suitable for a local city. If you
have any suggestions on organizations to look into or business models
for aftercare solutions, please leave a comment.
