Providing a path out
of human trafficking
and forced prostitution
Giving Hope & Help
HOPE FOR THE FUTURE offers people in prostitution and other persons who have been affected by Human Trafficking the active possibility for an occupational new beginning,
We see ourselves as an anchor of hope to accomplish the following together with the concerned individuals:
- Confront the existential fears and worries
- Explore training and continued training possibilities
- Make the dream of a self-chosen occupational future in freedom and dignity a reality
Insight into the lives of victims
We tell the stories of our current and past clients. We show how support can change the life of a
human trafficing victim.
- AFFECTED PERSONS
We can help YOU!
We offer free workshops where you can learn German or word processing. We also offer free workshops where you can learn how to get started in the regular workforce.
In addition to this, there are jobs available in the hotel industry or the sewing trades, which can make the transition to the regular workforce easier.
- INDIVIDUALS
We need YOU!
Without individual backers our organisation would not exist. From volunteer support, to a donation, or purchasing our sewn products and unique items, any support is welcome.
- COMPANIES
Support people in "need"!
Buy hand sewn products from HOPE FOR THE FUTURE – Customised to your needs and, if required, with your company’s logo.
Either as a gift for your employees or your customers – This will be a gift that gives on multiple levels!
About Human Trafficking and Prostitution
The Trade in Humans Through the Ages
Pregnant: Work – Exit – Alternatives
The promised life
Myths about prostitution
The Nigerian Mafia and Human Trafficking
The German Fairy Tale „the Star Money” by the Brothers Grimm (Revisited)
Labour Exploitation in the Austrian Agricultural Sector
Victim Protection – Support and Individual Rights of Those in Need of Protection
WHEN THE DREAM OF SUPPORTING ONESELF FINANCIALLY TURNS INTO A FIGHT FOR SURVIVAL
Violence against women in prostitution
Susan: the brave woman who brought her human traffickers to justice
Begging in Austria
How do people become modern slaves? – Recruitment techniques in human trafficking
How does the corona pandemic affect conditions of human trafficking?
Modern slaves can be found in all areas in which others are unwilling to do the work themselves
Trauma – the scars of modern slavery
Labour exploitation in Austria
Prostitution as a result of child abuse
The unpredictable loverboy scam
Pornography as gateway into becoming a John
The effect discrimination has on human trafficking
Addiction and prostitution
Children treated as commodities
What is currently happening at HOPE FOR THE FUTURE
A conversation with Andrea Staudenherz
A safe way out of an exploitative life – HOPE FOR THE FUTURE
Joana – a trainee from HOPE FOR THE FUTURE shares her heartbreaking Story
Securing a sustainable future – our employment integration project in a seminar hotel in Lower Austria
Ines found her new life perspective with HOPE FOR THE FUTURE
The sewing workshop at HOPE FOR THE FUTURE – an ‚anchorage‘ for the trainees
Future prospects through language lessons!
Volunteering at Hope for the Future
Joana – a trainee from HOPE FOR THE FUTURE shares her heartbreaking Story
A safe way out of an exploitative life – HOPE FOR THE FUTURE
Find your unique piece now
and support with your purchase HOPE FOR THE FUTURE.
Every piece is unique – individually designed and handcrafted!
„Wallet“
„City“
„Secret“ 9
„Firenze“ 3
„Firenze“ 2
„Shake-it Circle“ 5
„Shake-it Circle“ 4
„Shake-it Circle“ 3
„Shake-it Triangle“ 4
„Shake-it Triangle“ 3
Minitasche „Quick-Fit“ 3
„Shake-it Flat“ 4
Start your own
HOME PARTY
ARE YOU ANYWHERE NEAR VIENNA?
ORGANIZE A HOME PARTY AND PROVIDE WOMEN WITH HOPE FOR AN OCCUPATIONAL NEW BEGINNING!
It would be a pleasure for us to arrange such an event for you and your friends.
Inform your fellow human beings in a relaxed atmosphere and do good!
THE FOUNDER
ANDREA STAUDENHERZ
The issues of Human Trafficking and Forced Prostitution have weighed on my heart for many years. Especially ever since I watched the documentary movie Nefarious regarding those issues, the urge to do something became increasingly greater. The question was only: How can I most effectively help, what makes real sense and what would help the concerned people long-term?
For many years I have been in contact with the leader of Herzwerk, an association that specializes in streetwork in the red light environment. During those years, we exchanged ideas and now for some time, I contribute on a voluntary basis to the Herzwerk to be in touch with the women out there.
There are two important questions, which they ask for the concerned individuals, when they wish to get out of human trafficking or prostitution:
1. Where will I live? – 2. From what will I live?
After numerous conversations, it has become evident to me that there is a specific field, in which there is actually very little done for this group of persons in Austria, and it is precisely in this specific field that I want to be set up in: in the field of integration in the job market.
Even when one offers the victims the possibility to get out, they are mostly very traumatized through their experiences, they have little knowledge of the local language, and they must first become integrated slowly and step-by-step into the normal everyday life. In this task of integration, I want to provide HOPE FOR THE FUTURE as a vehicle of support.
MAIN AREAS
- Preparation for the jobmarket
- Support with the job search
- Procuration of continued education possibilities
