HDSB INFORMATION SESSION

The Halton District School Board (HDSB), in collaboration with SAVIS of Halton and EFRY Hope and Help for Women, will host an information session on Thursday, June 19, 2025 to continue to raise awareness about sex trafficking and sexual exploitation in the Halton community. The session will be held from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. at M.M. Robinson High School (2425 Upper Middle Road, Burlington). 

This event will be the fourth Anti-Sex Trafficking Information Session offered by the HDSB during the 2023-2024 and 2024-2025 school years, offering identical content to reach those in the community who were unable to attend previous sessions.

Those interested in attending can register online. The information session is open to all members of the Halton community, and registration will remain open until the event reaches full capacity. Child minding will be provided at no cost for school-age children (Kindergarten to Grade 8). 

The session will uncover the realities of sex trafficking and exploitation and provide insight into who is at risk, digital and cyber security considerations, warning signs and how to keep children and youth safe. Attendees will have the opportunity to hear from survivors of sex trafficking and representatives from Halton Regional Police Service, SAVIS of Halton and EFRY Hope and Help for Women. This event offers a unique opportunity to learn about the direct effects sex trafficking has on the individual and their community. 

Quotes

“We’ve seen overwhelming interest in these sessions, which speaks to the need to continue sharing this information and support in the community," said Jennifer Fowler, Superintendent of Education with responsibility for Safe Schools for the Halton District School Board. “Each session provides another opportunity to reach more families and equip them with the tools they need to recognize the signs of sex trafficking and safeguard the well-being of our students and community members. This ongoing effort reflects our commitment to supporting student well-being, as outlined in the HDSB’s 2024–2028 Multi-Year Strategic Plan, and helps us ensure that every student learns in a safe and supportive environment.”

HDSB 2024-2028 Multi-Year Plan

The 2024-2028 Multi-Year Strategic Plan sets direction and prioritizes the collective actions of all students, staff, families and community members. This plan ensures our efforts as an organization are aligned and coordinated to support more than 67,000 students, 11,000 staff and the broader HDSB community. The six commitments identified in this four-year plan intersect and overlap to ensure that we take a cohesive approach to fulfilling its objectives.

Background resources

Anti-Sex Trafficking - Halton District School Board 

SAVIS of Halton

EFRY Hope and Help for Women

February 2025 Anti-Sex Trafficking Information Session Recap Video