We empower girls who have survived human trafficking by providing a secure, family-like atmosphere, specialized care, and education, equipping them to build bright futures.
We empower girls who have survived human trafficking by providing a secure, family-like atmosphere, specialized care, and education, equipping them to build bright futures.
LILY HAVEN is a nonprofit in Nebraska dedicated to offering hope and healing to girls ages 14–18 who have survived human trafficking. Our unique, family-style home provides a safe and supportive space where survivors can heal and grow.
With the support of our dedicated staff, program leaders, volunteers, and community partners, residents receive individualized recovery plans developed through a trauma-informed, survivor-centered lens. Core components of the program include personalized education, building healthy relationships, case management services, and the development of healthy habits—all designed to help survivors build healthy, independent lives.
We offer a supportive, structured setting where survivors can experience healing and personal growth.
Our team collaborates to develop personalized care plans that address the unique needs of each resident.
Support in building healthy relationships and habits, with access to community resources for healing.
Human trafficking, also known as trafficking in persons, is a vile and pervasive criminal industry where traffickers exploit and profit from adults and children through forced labor or commercial sex. Notably, any commercial sex act involving a minor under 18 (19 in Nebraska) is considered a crime, regardless of the presence of force, fraud, or coercion. This modern form of slavery can affect anyone, regardless of age, gender, race, or religious background.
The need for safe, supportive programs for teen girls in Nebraska is more important than ever. In 2023, the Nebraska Human Trafficking Hotline received 98 calls, resulting in 21 law enforcement responses and 67 additional tips (Nebraska Attorney General’s Office, 2023). Many of these cases involve girls as young as 12 to 14—ages when they should be thinking about school, friends, and the future, not fighting to survive. Traffickers often use manipulation and emotional control, taking advantage of a young person’s trust. That’s why it’s so important to offer care, safety, and long-term support that’s built around what teen survivors really need to heal and thrive.
Sources:
National Human Trafficking Hotline – Nebraska Statistics, 2023
*Related to human trafficking charges in 2024 – Nebraska Human Trafficking Task Force Report
LILY HAVEN relies on donations and grants to provide survivors with the personalized care, and the resources they need—at no cost. This allows them to focus on healing and building a strong foundation for their future.
Restored Wings is now LILY HAVEN!
This name and our new tagline reflect our vital and life-changing programming.
A HAVEN OF HOPE
Lily Haven is a Nebraska nonprofit dedicated to offering hope and healing to girls ages 14–18 who have survived human trafficking. Our family-style home provides a safe and supportive space where survivors can heal and grow.
OUR NEW CHAPTER BEGINS
We’re updating our website, social media, and more—stay tuned! And keep an eye out for an invitation to our Kick-Off Party on April 30th
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