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Local nonprofit Sycamore Farm seeks city support to aid trafficking survivors; mayor signals opioid-fund allocations forthcoming
Summary
Sycamore Farm described a women-focused emergency stabilization and long-term recovery program for survivors of trafficking and exploitation during a Shepherdsville City Council meeting; mayor said the council will consider allocating opioid-settlement funds and asked for line-item plans before any disbursements.
Cindy Crawford, founder of Sycamore Farm, told the Shepherdsville City Council on July 14 that her nonprofit operates an emergency home and a longer-term residential program for women who have experienced human trafficking and related exploitation. Crawford said the organization provides individualized care and “help them find freedom through the love of Jesus,” and noted Sycamore Farm serves women regardless of religious belief.
The council’s mayor said the city will discuss allocating opioid-settlement money to local organizations in coming meetings and listed Sycamore Farm among five groups under consideration. The mayor told Crawford the city will…
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