Every SOAP chapter begins with one person who wants to make a difference. Across the country, local chapter leaders are partnering with churches, businesses, nonprofits, and volunteers to place SOAP materials in hotels, educate their communities, and help prevent human trafficking. With training and support from our National Team, you can do the same in your own community.

Growing Interest in SOAP Chapters

Interest in bringing The SOAP Project to new communities has grown significantly this year. We now have more than 20 active and developing chapters across the country, with new requests coming from Seattle, Stockton, California, two additional communities in New Jersey, and many other areas.

SOAP chapters are led by local volunteers who want to make a difference in their own communities. Chapter leaders organize hotel outreaches, connect with churches and community organizations, recruit volunteers, and help educate others about human trafficking. Our National Team provides training, materials, and ongoing support along the way.

You do not need to be an expert in human trafficking or have everything figured out before getting involved. You simply need a heart for this mission and a willingness to bring people together.

Whether you would like to lead a new chapter or become involved with an existing one, we would love to connect with you.

A SOAP Chapter is a local volunteer team that partners with churches, nonprofits, businesses, and community members to organize hotel outreach events and raise awareness about human trafficking in their area.

What is a SOAP chapter?

• Coordinate one or more local outreach events each year.

• Recruit volunteers from your community.

• Partner with local churches or organizations.

• Work with our National Team on hotel mapping, outreach materials, and training.

• Help raise awareness about human trafficking.

What does a chapter leader actually do?

• Outreach planning

• Hotel mapping

• Training

• Outreach materials

• Marketing resources

• Ongoing coaching and support

What support does SOAP provide?

• Someone active in their church.

• A nonprofit volunteer.

• A survivor advocate.

• A community leader.

• Someone simply passionate about preventing human trafficking.

No previous experience is required.

Who makes a good chapter leader?

What to Expect

• Initial virtual meeting

• Training and onboarding

• Work with our National Team

• Plan your first outreach

• Continue at a pace that works for your community

Ready to Bring SOAP to Your Community

Whether you're ready to start a chapter or just exploring the idea, we'd love to talk with you

As Director of Partnership & Outreach Engagement, Patrick Wilson works with new chapter leaders across the country. If you're considering bringing SOAP to your community, he'd be glad to answer your questions and help you explore what's involved.