July 2023 Education Event

See It, Say It! Human Trafficking Awareness

The trafficking of women and children occurs in and around the world. Are you aware of this growing problem as it relates to the use of hotels by criminals for this activity? Does your company have a policy against human trafficking? Would you be interested in learning how you can actively participate in fighting this growing crime?

MPI Global and the MPI Anti-Human Trafficking Committee are committed to raising awareness within the MPI Chapters of this global issue. Join us in supporting this important and meaningful topic and MPI initiative.

Our speaker for this topic will be the Greater New Orleans Human Trafficking Task Force, whose primary goal is to collaborate in sharing and disseminating information, contacts and protocols related to the existence, prevention, and response to human trafficking in the Greater New Orleans Area.

Lunch and Learn:

• 11:30am – 12:15pm – Registration and Networking
• 12:15pm – 12:25pm – MPI Welcome, Chapter Updates, Sponsor Acknowledgement and Topic/Speaker Intro
• Lunch service during presentation
• 12:30pm – 1:30pm – Topic delivery and Q&A

In support of this cause, MPI members and guests are encouraged to bring much needed donations to assist in the care of victims of human trafficking – current donation needs are for adult underwear of all sizes, sensitive skins soaps and lotions, towels and sheets in various sizes, and new shoes and slippers. Donations brought to the Education Event will be delivered to the Covenant House from where they will be distributed.  MPI thanks you for your participation!

Sheri Lochridge Combs Human Trafficking Special Populations Sr. Program Manager Covenant House New Orleans

SPONSORS

Located in a quiet section of the city, Le Méridien New Orleans is only steps away from the legendary French Quarter and the renowned Arts District. 

Thoroughly modern and brimming with upscale amenities, this boutique hotel seamlessly blends European heritage with a contemporary sense of style, inspiring relaxation and creativity. The hotel provides a complement of services and amenities including 410 luxury guest rooms, over 16,000 square feet of meeting & events space, a stunning rooftop pool, a 24-hour fitness center, and a restaurant/bar featuring locally inspired cuisine.

Le Méridien New Orleans is putting the final touches on a multimillion-dollar renovation transforming the hotel into a best-in-class stylish, and modern destination for all travelers.  The comprehensive investment features renovations to the guestrooms, meeting spaces, rooftop pool deck, fitness center, outdoor patio, restaurant/bar, and an addition of a grab-and-go sundries market.