ABOUT US
Our story
SHIP was born from a deep conviction that no person should be bought, sold, exploited, or trapped in systems of abuse. What began as a burden to see justice and protection for vulnerable Pacific peoples has grown into a mission of faith, compassion, and action.
For founder Julz, SHIP began when God placed a burden on her heart for those who are vulnerable and exploited across the Pacific. That burden became a call to act — to raise awareness, build partnerships, and help create pathways toward safety, dignity, and freedom.
We believe that awareness can open eyes, education can prevent harm, and strong partnerships can help create safer futures for Pacific communities.
Our why
Human trafficking is not only a global issue — it affects families, communities, and nations. It thrives where people are vulnerable, where awareness is low, where systems are stretched, and where exploitation can remain hidden.
Our mission is to protect the vulnerable, restore dignity to survivors, and prevent the exploitation of Pacific peoples through education, advocacy, collaboration, and practical support.
We are committed to raising awareness, strengthening partnerships, identifying gaps in support, and working alongside others to confront the conditions that allow trafficking to continue. Rooted in faith and compassion, we believe Pacific communities can be empowered, informed, and free.
The Spirit of the Lord is on me, because he has anointed me to proclaim good news to the poor. He has sent me to proclaim freedom for the prisoners and recovery of sight for the blind, to set the oppressed free.
Luke 4:18
Our goals
Strengthen collaboration
Build a connected network of organisations across the Pacific working together to prevent and respond to human trafficking
Raise awareness and educate
Increase public understanding to support prevention and early intervention
Advocate for stronger systems of support
Identify gaps in services and work with partners to improve support for those at risk and affected
Support pathways to safety and recovery
Help create and enable safe, sustainable pathways for individuals to exit trafficking and rebuild their lives
Influence policy and systemic change
Work alongside government and stakeholders to strengthen policies and responses to human trafficking
Our focus
SHIP focuses on the Pacific region, including Pacific Island nations, Aotearoa New Zealand, Australia, and Pacific communities connected across these places through family, culture, faith, migration, labour, and community networks.
We have chosen this focus because human trafficking and exploitation do not stop at borders. Pacific peoples may be affected through labour exploitation, migration pathways, sexual exploitation, family and economic vulnerability, and limited awareness of trafficking risks.
SHIP exists to raise awareness, strengthen partnerships, and support prevention in ways that are culturally respectful, faith-informed, relational, and community-led.
