Sarah and Lily had just escaped a trafficking situation in South Florida. They were exhausted, frightened, and had nothing but the clothes on their backs. Their only wish was to return to their loved ones in other states — to safety, to healing, to home.

That’s when the IRC stepped in.

Within hours of receiving the referral, the IRC provided emergency hotel accommodations and food for the night, giving Sarah and Lily a safe place to rest and regroup. Understanding they had no belongings, IRC staff purchased clothes and travel bags so they could travel with dignity.

The next morning, the IRC purchased bus tickets for each of them — sending them home to reunite with their families and begin their recovery surrounded by love and support.