1st InternationaL
Congress
Prevention and Combat of Human Trafficking, Domestic Violence, and Child Sexual Exploitation
From 20 to 22 November, 2024 | Rollins College – Rice Family Pavilion
From 20 to 22 November, 2024
Rollins College – Rice Family Pavilion
About HumanX 2024
The Congress, organized by the Hope & Justice Foundation, will be a historic milestone for the State of Florida and the American nation. With the proposed bill to include psychological and property violence in Florida’s domestic violence law, the legal system will be on a par with the most advanced legislation in the world, such as Brazil’s “Maria da Penha” law. The laws of a democratic and modern country must keep pace with advances in the humanities and social sciences in order to effectively serve justice by granting the rights expected.
The 1st International Congress on Prevention and Combat of Human Trafficking, Domestic Violence, and Child Sexual Abuse is scheduled for November 20th, 21st, and 22nd in Orlando. This event will bring together some of the most important and respected figures from legal, medical, social, and political sciences for an extraordinary scientific debate on the harmful effects of psychological and economic domestic violence on the victim’s mental, physical, and economic health, as well as the negative impact on public health, economy, security, and education.
Event schedule
Speakers
Dr. Anna Alves-Lázaro
Lawyer, Founder and CEO Hope & Justice Foundation, Activist and Defender of human rights, Creator of the Congress Human X
Senator Damares Alves
Damares is a Brazilian senator, lawyer and evangelical pastor. She was Minister of Women, Family and Human Rights during the presidency of Jair Bolsonaro from 2019 to 2022.
Dr. Jessica Wickey Byrd
Professor, Executive Director, UCF Center for the Study of Human Trafficking; Program Director, Rosen Professional Internships at University of Central Florida / Associate Lecturer, Tourism & Events
Thalyta Oliveira
Architect, founder of THOL Arquitetura, a Minas Gerais office that breathes creativity and passion for projects that inspire. THOL stands out for combining design and functionality, transforming dreams into realities. Read more
Mrs. Bianca Toledo
Pastor president of Missão Global Prova Viva, theologian, Psychoanalyst, postgraduate in Psychology and Psychoanalysis, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy and master's student in clinical counseling from Florida Christian University - Orlando /FL
Dr. Acilina Candeia
Businesswoman, activist, pedagogue, and teacher
Mr. Tomas J. Lares
B.A. Psychology; B.A. Bible; Minor in Missions Founder/President of United Abolitionists, Inc. & building the Abolitionist Training & Learning Center
Dr. Rafael Santos Cesar
Attorney at Law of Immigration and Refugee Affairs
Dr. Eloy Pereira Lemos Júnior
Professor with expertise on Human Rights
Dr. Eliane Schlicht - Farias
Psychologist and Mental Health Counsel. Outreach Adult Advocate Supervisor at Women In Distress of Broward County
Danny Bastos
Life Coach, Journalist & Author of “How to Empower Your Kids.” Speaker, Cidade Delas Miami YT
Dr. Cleyde Crofoot
Crofoot is a Licensed Christian Clinical Counselor that holds BA, Master, and PhD in Psychology /Counselor from Florida Christian University, ... Read more
Vanessa do MILA
Survivor of child sexual violence, founder of MILA — Instituto Movimento Infância Livre de Abusos, writer and author of the book O ESCURO ME ABRAÇA... Read more
Diego Campos Moura de Melo
Diego is the CEO and founder of Nudge Education, a UK based Education Intervention Service. Nudge Education successfully transitioned over 6,000 highly vulnerable young people back into education... Read more
Lana Braga
Bachelor of Law and specialist in Domestic Violence. President of the Municipal Council for Women's Rights. Founder and CEO of “Instituto Maria na Comunidade”. Involved in the fight against domestic violence and the search for gender equity.
Ambassador João Lucas Quental Novaes de Almeida
Ambassador João Lucas Quental Novaes de Almeida was the director of the Department of Human Rights and Social Policy... Read more
DR. Patrícia Luiza Moutinho Zapponi
Lawyer specialized in crimes committed in families, former undersecretary for combating violence against women in the Federal District... Read more
Ana Mafra
Clinical and Community Psychologist with over 20 years of experience. Holds a Master’s degree in Psychology and Biblical Studies. Specialist in... Read more
Verônica Braga
For over 20 years in the USA, with 15 years of experience in the health insurance and life insurance sector.Veronica is a certified agent by the...Read more
Cintia Meirelles de Azevedo
Cintia Meirelles de Azevedo is Brazil Director at The Exodus Road—an NGO—and founder of the Traffickwatch Brazil Academy... Read more
Dr. Helaine Pimentel
Prosecutor of the Public Ministry of the State of Espírito Santo for 18 years, having worked as Sub-coordinator of the ‘Center for Combating Gender Violence in Defense of Women's Rights’...
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Ambassador Patrícia Quental
Patricia Saldanha Marinho de Almeida is the mother of 3 women, one of whom is disabled. She is a retired federal civil servant, journalist (PUC/Rio), master in Disability...
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Sandra Veiga
Graduated in Counseling from Asbury Theological Seminary in the area of Pastoral Counseling and Therapy for Families, Couples, and Individuals. Founder of the Bridge to Life Foundation, a project that offers... Read more
Erica Reid
Senior Engagement Manager, DHS Center for Countering Human Trafficking Homeland Security Investigations U.S. Department of Homeland Security Ms. Erica Reid is a Senior Engagement... Read more
Judge Wilka Vilela
Master's in Law from the Faculty of Law at the Classical University of Lisbon, postgraduate in Legal Sciences from the Federal University of Pernambuco/Esmape and in Civil Procedural Law... Read more
Regina Célia Almeida
Born in Recife/PE. Philosopher and Master in Political Science from the Federal University of Pernambuco (UFPE). University professor for 26 years, in Law and other areas of Human Sciences... Read more
Greg Snyder
is the co-founder of SAFE (Strategic Alliance to Fight Exploitation) in Central Florida, an alliance of non-profits, law enforcement and community partners that have joined together to fight human trafficking in Central Florida... Read more
Irma Rodriguez
Irma has volunteered at First Life Center for Pregnancy since 2014, and she will now lead all ministry programming at the center while advancing First Orlando’s child advocacy ministry... Read more
Vanessa Lapolli Medeiros
Vanessa Lapolli Medeiros is an Italian-Brazilian from Santa Catarina who has been living in Milan, Italy, for 21 years. A journalist, mother, entrepreneur, and, since 2019, an activist for women's rights, ... Read more
Maria da Penha
Maria da Penha is a renowned activist and advocate for women's rights, whose name is forever associated with the law aimed at combating domestic and family violence in Brazil. After enduring a painful experience of violence... Read more
Ali Hernandez
Ali Hernandez bio - Ali Hernandez has been with A21, a global anti-human trafficking organization, since 2015. She began as a volunteer in the Australia office and later joined A21’s first U.S. Aftercare office in North Carolina as staff... Read more
Corinne Devaney
VP OF MARKETING AND DEVELOPMENT Corinne Devaney has worked for five years as a sales and trading assistant at United Capital Markets alongside her father John. She is now leading... Read more
The Foundation
Hope & Justice Foundation
- Nonprofit organization based in Orlando, Florida;
- Mission: Combat human trafficking, domestic violence and child sexual exploitation through awareness, advocacy
and support actions for victims; - Pioneering support for survivors of exploitative crimes in Florida;
- Works with safe shelters, legal assistance, mental health and reintegration;
- Promotes debates, training and legislative changes on topics.
The Event
Conference created to discuss advances in legislation against psychological and property violence in the context of domestic violence in Florida
It will bring together renowned experts from the legal, medical, social sciences and political fields
Information
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Date: November 20th to 22th, 2024
Time: 9am to 5 pm
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Location: Rollins College
Time:Rice Family Pavilion
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Capacity: 240 people per day
Goals
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Promotes debates
From psychology, law, criminology, social work and health.
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Present Date
And real cases to support legislative proposals and effective actions.
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Bring experts together
And frontline professionals fighting these crimes.
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Build proposals
For integrated action by authorities, legal/criminal system and civil society.
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Develop Guidelines
For specialized training of public security, legal and health professionals.
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First Day
Second Day
Third Day
*About Amethyst (Special Ticket):
- 1 Day special ticket
- Full Churrasco Experience featuring fire-roasted meats, Market Table, Brazilian side dishes
- Selection of desserts including favorites such as Chocolate Brigadeiro and Cheesecake Brûlée
- Fountain beverages, coffee, and tea
At Fogo de Chão Brazilian Steak House Restaurant
Membership dinner: 21/November, 6pm
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Why Sponsors?
Unique opportunity for brands to position themselves alongside a cause of extreme social relevance and humanitarian impact.
By sponsoring, you demonstrate your commitment to defending human righis and expose your brand to a qualified audience of 240 people, including experts, authorities, opinion makers and engaged civil society.
Sponsorship Packages
Silver (2º lote)
Investment: $5,000.00
Gold
Investment: $10,000.00
All the benefits of Silver, plus:
Platinum
Investment: $15,000.00
All the benefits of Gold and Silver, plus:
NGO Sponsorship
NGO Sponsorship
Investment: $300.00
Meet Our Team
Anna Alves-Lazaro
President and
Founder
Patricia Martin
Vice-president and
Counseling Coordinator
Acilina Candeia
H&J President – João Pessoa
Luciana Mazzaro
Event and Marketing Advisors and Coordinators
Bianca Toledo
Chaplaincy Coordinator
Janine Closs
Events coordinator
Priscylla Carvalho
Medical Department
Coordinator
Jô Maria Silva
Advisor to the Finance and Accounting Department
Clávia Elliott
Counseling Department
Flavio Duncan
Board Advisor
Flavia Salum
Department of Study and Research
Karlla Marinho
Press Advisor
Thalyta Oliveira
Project architect
Diana Maria
Comercial
Celso Fortes
Advisor
Roseana Souza
Diana Campos
Renata Moreira Alves
Patrícia Pereira
Marcelle Lyra
Adhara Campos
Advisors and Coordinators of the Department of Scientific Studies and Research
Context and importance
Psychological and property violence in the domestic sphere, which is often invisible, urgently needs legal attention. This conference aims to debate the issue and propose an advance in the current domestic violence legislation in the state of Florida, having seen in our fieldwork the difficulties faced by victims seeking protection from this type of violence.
Focus on Legal Aid
The legislative suggestion aims to provide legal protection, giving victims the security they need to find legal support when they are victimized by this type of violence.
Orlando will be the setting where a new era of legal protection will be born. This Congress is not just about creating laws; it’s about transforming lives by ensuring that all women have legal protection against psychological violence. We count on everyone’s participation to shape this safer and fairer future together.
Official Human X Tourism Agency
Since 1981, Florida Tourism has been playing a vital role in the travel industry, not only providing exceptional travel experiences but also committing to social causes that make a difference. As the official travel agency of the Hope & Justice Foundation, Florida Tourism shares our mission to promote social justice.
By choosing Florida Tourism for your travels, you are directly contributing to the strengthening of the Hope & Justice Foundation. Part of the value of your tickets and travel packages is allocated to funding our projects and initiatives, helping us to continue our work.
Every trip purchased with Florida Tourism is an opportunity to make a difference in the world. In addition to exploring new destinations with a trusted agency and long-standing tradition, you will also be supporting a noble cause. Together, we can achieve even more, providing hope and justice for those in need.
Be part of this transformative journey. Travel with Florida Tourism and strengthen the Hope & Justice Foundation!
Red Signal Campaign:
Fighting Domestic Violence
The number of domestic violence reports significantly increased during the social isolation period. In 2020, femicide rates rose by 22.2% compared to March and April of 2019. To prevent this alarming trend from escalating further, the National Council of Justice (CNJ) joined forces with the Brazilian Association of Magistrates (AMB) and launched the Red Signal Campaign against Domestic Violence in June 2020.
The creation of the campaign was the first practical outcome of a working group established by the CNJ to develop emergency actions aimed at supporting victims of domestic violence during the isolation period. This group was created under Ordinance No. 70/2020, after confirming the rise in cases of violence against women during the global quarantine imposed to curb the spread of the coronavirus.
How the Red Signal Campaign Works
The central idea of the campaign is to allow women to seek help in pharmacies, public institutions, and banks by showing a red “X” marked on their hand. Around 15,000 pharmacies, city halls, judicial institutions, and Banco do Brasil branches are now prepared to support victims. In these locations, attendants, upon seeing the signal, will immediately alert the police authorities.
Campaign Procedure:
• The red “X” drawn with lipstick (or any available material) on the palm or on a piece of paper allows the attendant to recognize that the woman is a victim of domestic violence and take action by contacting the police.
• Attendants are provided with a guide and visual tutorial explaining the necessary steps to assist the victim and alert the authorities, following a pre-established protocol.
• When the signal is shown, the attendant discreetly collects the victim’s name, phone number, and address, and calls 911 (Brazil: 190) to inform the police. If possible, they guide the victim to a private area to wait for the authorities.
• If the victim refuses to involve the police at that moment, the attendant should respect their decision and report the information to 190 after the victim leaves to ensure her safety.
• Confidentiality and discretion are critical for the campaign’s success. Attendants will not be called to testify in court.
If the incident is in progress, the Military Police will escort both the victim and the aggressor to the police station.
If not, the incident will be reported to the police station, where further actions will be taken, such as filing a report and requesting a protective order.
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