Nomi Network

Join us for the third annual 2024 Nomi Network Corporate Summit: CEOs, elected officials, investors, philanthropists, and changemakers will unite to further economic justice. Our focus will be on the intersection of technology, artificial intelligence, and global economic externalities, specifically as it relates to their impact on human trafficking and vulnerable populations. Insightful discussions will bring actionable strategies to strengthen corporate sustainability and workforce development initiatives. Nomi Network is dedicated to ending human trafficking by providing safe employment pathways for women and girls to break free from cycles of exploitation. Women build social capital and workforce skills to enter employment or entrepreneurship in communities where barriers are highest. The Annual Corporate Summit showcases the critical business partnerships that create opportunities for women while fulfilling corporate social responsibility objectives. Together, we can accelerate workforce opportunities for survivors and marginalized communities.

“Empowerment of women leads to development of a good family, good society and, ultimately, a good nation. When the woman is happy, the home is happy. When the home is happy, the society is happy and when the society is happy, the state is happy and when the state is happy there will be peace in the country and it will develop at a greater pace” __________________ Dr. A.P.J Abdul Kalam In an effort to uplift and inspire young girls, Integrated Development Foundation in collaboration with Nomi Network is empowering more than 600 targeted adolescents through vocational training program in 18 villages of Katra block, Muzaffarpur, Bihar. 🖋️📚 Adolescent Girls Empowerment program initiative has been equipping girls with the tools they need to navigate life confidently with educational support, professional mentorship, financial literacy and health wellness program. We're prioritizing adolescent girls rights and maternal health, providing age appropriate comprehensive social psycho counselling, including awareness on gender, reproductive health and rights to reduce the social isolation. 👩💻✊ 🤝 Let's work together to empower the next generation of strong, confident, and educated young women, we can create a world where every girl has the chance to shine. ✨💫 #GirlsEmpowerment #VocationalEducation #GenderEquality #ReproductiveRights #EndChildMarriage #Nomi_Network #Integrated_Development_Foundation

Nomi Network is meeting with United Against Human Trafficking in Houston as part of a Listening Tour of the many organizations, programs, and staff supporting survivors. Together we are identifying service gaps, amplifying partnerships and sharing effective strategies. We will report out on our learning and keep the conversation going as we bring trauma-informed, workforce development programming and build employment pathways for survivors in Houston.

"Ninety percent of (trafficking victims) who had a criminal record reported a portion or all of their criminal records were related to unlawful acts committed as a direct result of being trafficked." (2023 TIP Report). This is a significant barrier to employment. Clearing criminal records can give them a fresh start and new opportunities. Legislation such as this could provide much-needed relief for so many.

Honored to announce that our Ares Management Corporation Philanthropy team scored Silver in the 45th Annual Telly Awards! Our “AIM in Mumbai” video (https://lnkd.in/ecABmWHU) was recognized in the corporate social responsibility category. A special thank you to our colleagues in Mumbai who helped make this win possible as well as the team at BRUNDIGE CREATIVE LLC for their amazing production efforts. In addition, Breaking Barriers: Embracing Disabilities in the Workforce (https://lnkd.in/eNnMicYa), which an Ares Charitable Foundation grant funded WorkingNation to produce, earned five Telly Awards. We are also delighted to share that the Nomi Network storytelling series that we funded on helping women avoid human trafficking through job training (https://lnkd.in/g-kuyJU3) earned three Telly Awards. The Telly Awards is a premier award honoring video and television across all screens. Established in 1979, The Telly Awards receives over 13,000 entries globally.

Diana Mao Kelly, President and Founder of Nomi Network, is a finalist in the 2024 Nonprofit and Corporate Citizenship Awards, held in partnership  with Communities Foundation of Texas and sponsored by Capital One. She was chosen from a record number of nominations-over 800! About the D CEO Awards: D CEO and the Communities Foundation of Texas proudly honor nonprofit professionals and organizations positively impacting our community and the corporate businesses and executives who support them through our 2024 Nonprofit and Corporate Citizenship Awards.

In the United States, over one million people are experiencing human trafficking, a reality often overlooked. Texas ranks #2 in the U.S. for human trafficking, with Dallas-Fort Worth responsible for 35% of the state's commercial sexual exploitation cases. The vulnerabilities of these individuals stem from complex socioeconomic factors, including economic inequity, poverty, and limited access to education and secure employment. Those struggling with abuse, substance abuse, insecure immigration status, or criminal justice or foster care system involvement are at a high risk. Watch the story of Tara from our Education and Career Exploration program to learn how your support of Women's History Month empowers women in this region. Donate today towards our $35,000 goal here: https://lnkd.in/dQJhA5kS #IWD #IWD2024 #InternationalWomensDay #EndHumanTrafficking #WomensHistoryMonth

In her grandmother’s tender embrace, Tara felt truly safe. Tara moved in with her grandmother after child services took her away from her mother and her abusive boyfriend. When her grandma passed away, Tara was tempted to follow her mother’s path into sex work. However, after gaining access to various career pathways through Nomi Network, Tara is choosing a path toward a brighter future. This Women’s History Month, let’s celebrate the progress of women like Tara and commit to empowering more women like her to break free from the vulnerabilities of human trafficking. Give towards our $35,000 goal here https://lnkd.in/e-Pc_xyP Sponsored by Ares Management Corporation #WomensHistoryMonth #EndHumanTrafficking #WomensHistoryMonth

In the United States, over one million people are experiencing human trafficking, a reality often overlooked. Texas ranks #2 in the U.S. for human trafficking, with Dallas-Fort Worth responsible for 35% of the state's commercial sexual exploitation cases. The vulnerabilities of these individuals stem from complex socioeconomic factors, including economic inequity, poverty, and limited access to education and secure employment. Those struggling with abuse, substance abuse, insecure immigration status, or criminal justice or foster care system involvement are at a high risk. Watch the story of Tara from our Education and Career Exploration program to learn how your support of Women's History Month empowers women in this region. Donate today towards our $35,000 goal here: https://lnkd.in/e-Pc_xyP #IWD #IWD2024 #InternationalWomensDay #EndHumanTrafficking #WomensHistoryMonth

India is home to the world’s largest population of modern-day enslaved people, estimated to be over 11 million. Nomi Network serves in four states in Northeastern India, where women and girls are economically marginalized due to poverty, caste discrimination, gender inequality, and low capacity to resist economic shocks. Many communities we serve are bordering major trafficking routes and red-light districts, putting them at risk for commercial sexual exploitation and forced marriages. Watch the story of Aashvi from our Workforce Development program to learn how your support of Women's History Month empowers women in this region to build a life of their choosing. Donate today towards our $35,000 goal here: https://lnkd.in/e8kaXpkj #IWD #IWD2024 #InternationalWomensDay #WomensHistoryMonth #EndHumanTrafficking