Avon Church Tackling Scourge Of Human Trafficking

AVON, CT — A local church on Monday is hosting a forum to educate the public about a horrifying societal scourge — human trafficking.

The Avon Congregational Church will conduct an anti-trafficking workshop at its 6 W. Main St. location on Monday, Oct. 2, from 6 to 8 p.m.

This program is open to anyone interested, but registration is encouraged and can be done by calling the church office at 860-678-0488. Walk-ins are also welcome.

"Our goal is to raise awareness of this growing problem that affects every community in Connecticut," wrote the church in an announcement.

Childcare is available with advance notice. For further details or to sign up for childcare, contact Carly Henderson at 860-878-7902 or Bob Linderman at 860-558-5349.