TCU’s International Justice Mission (IJM) works to raise awareness for human trafficking on campus and beyond.

The organization’s mission is to support global efforts to end human trafficking by funding rescue missions and restoration programs for survivors in Southeast Asia. 

Each rescue mission costs about $9,000, and proceeds from every IJM fundraiser directly contribute toward making one possible.

On Oct. 20, IJM hosted its annual Threads event, a pop-up thrift store in the campus commons. They successfully raised over $1,000 to support the cause.

“Threads is my favorite event because it’s a great way to get the community involved for a bigger purpose, while also giving them fun, cute clothes they can thrift,” said Audrey Klinefelter, the TCU IJM vice president of community outreach.

Along with Threads, IJM hosts its Red Sand event. During the event, students come together to pour red sand in the cracks of the campus sidewalks. Each grain symbolizes the 40.3 million people who “fall through the cracks” of the criminal justice system. 

Throughout the year, IJM also organizes other exciting fundraisers, such as cycle classes and pickleball tournaments. This gives students multiple ways to support the fight against human trafficking.

“I really enjoy IJM’s community, and a lot of it is making sure we’re placing our mission in something higher and recognizing [human trafficking] is a heavy topic,” Sydney Moltrum, the TCU IJM president, said. “It keeps me grounded and reminds me of what is really important in life.” 

Outside of campus, IJM partners with The Net in Fort Worth, which specifically aids women who are victims of human trafficking and prostitution, helping them seek restoration.

To join IJM’s community and support the cause, follow them on Instagram @ijmtcu or donate. Meetings are biweekly on Mondays in Reese-Jones Hall, room 342, at 8 p.m.