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      <image:title>Home - UNSLIENCED PODCAST</image:title>
      <image:caption>Unsilenced is a Blanket Fort Hope podcast sharing real stories, honest conversations, and faith-driven hope from the front lines of the fight against human trafficking.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>A night of purpose, impact, and hope.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>We’re building a safe, child-centered facility where survivors can access the care, resources, and support they need—all in one place. Together, we’re creating a space where healing begins and hope is restored.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Sponsoring a room creates a Christ-centered place of healing and hope, providing survivors with a safe, supportive environment to heal and thrive.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Restoration Process - RESTORATION HOME</image:title>
      <image:caption>Restoration Home is a pathway to hope for female child trafficking survivors that will focus on restoration, healing and hope.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>BFH is licensed to place foster children in approved Christian homes across the state, matching each child with a family equipped to support their healing and growth.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.</image:caption>
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    <loc>https://www.blanketforthope.org/fostercare</loc>
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    <lastmod>2026-08-24</lastmod>
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      <image:title>Foster Care - WE OFFER FOSTER CARE CLASSES</image:title>
      <image:caption>We provide foster care training that equips families to care for vulnerable children with trauma-informed support. Whether you’re starting or ready to serve, Blanket Fort Hope walks with you every step of the way.</image:caption>
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    <loc>https://www.blanketforthope.org/traumainformedtherapy</loc>
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    <lastmod>2026-06-01</lastmod>
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      <image:title>Trauma Informed Therapy - Garden Therapy</image:title>
      <image:caption>Gardening provides a peaceful space for healing, helping survivors rebuild confidence and self-esteem. In group settings, it also fosters connection and community, supporting the rebuilding of trust.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Trauma Informed Therapy - Animal-Assisted Therapy</image:title>
      <image:caption>Interacting with animals reduces anxiety and stress while creating a sense of calm. Caring for them builds confidence and helps survivors manage emotions, engage in therapy, and feel safer as they heal.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Trauma Informed Therapy - Equine Therapy</image:title>
      <image:caption>Caring for horses builds confidence and self-esteem through leadership and responsibility. Their non-verbal nature allows emotional expression without words, while physical activity supports body awareness and overall healing.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Trauma Informed Therapy - Sewing Therapy</image:title>
      <image:caption>Sewing therapy provides a calming, creative outlet that helps survivors reduce stress and anxiety. It encourages focus and mindfulness while rebuilding confidence through completing meaningful projects. It also offers a safe way to express emotions without having to talk about trauma.</image:caption>
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    <loc>https://www.blanketforthope.org/donate</loc>
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    <lastmod>2026-08-24</lastmod>
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      <image:title>Donate - PURCHASE A BRICK</image:title>
      <image:caption>Every brick is a step towards healing. Help us build a pathway to hope for child trafficking survivors and be a part of this life-changing journey by purchasing a brick on the walkway to recovery at our Restoration Home.</image:caption>
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    <lastmod>2026-06-17</lastmod>
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    <lastmod>2026-06-01</lastmod>
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      <image:caption>Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.</image:caption>
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    <loc>https://www.blanketforthope.org/galaform</loc>
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    <lastmod>2026-06-09</lastmod>
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    <lastmod>2026-08-24</lastmod>
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      <image:title>Events - RESTORING HOPE GALA</image:title>
      <image:caption>Together, we will celebrate lives being transformed, hear from experts and community leaders on the front lines of the fight against human trafficking, and share what God is preparing for the future, including the Children &amp; Family Services Center. Every new investment will expand services for child survivors and families.</image:caption>
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    <lastmod>2026-08-24</lastmod>
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      <image:title>Restoring Hope Gala - TIME &amp; LOCATION</image:title>
      <image:caption>February 11, 2027 | 6pm The Club 1 Robert S. Smith Drive Birmingham, AL 35209 Cocktail Attire</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Restoring Hope Gala - BUY TICKETS</image:title>
      <image:caption>Gala guests join together to support the mission through an evening of dinner, community, and purpose, helping advance restoration, healing, and hope for child survivors of human trafficking.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Restoring Hope Gala - BECOME A SPONSOR</image:title>
      <image:caption>Become a sponsor and partner with us in bringing hope, healing, and restoration to child survivors of human trafficking.</image:caption>
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    <lastmod>2026-06-26</lastmod>
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      <image:title>Mission &amp; Values - ALEXA LIKIS JAMES</image:title>
      <image:caption>Founder &amp; CEO</image:caption>
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    <lastmod>2026-08-24</lastmod>
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      <image:caption>ALEXA LIKIS JAMES Founder &amp; CEO</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Staff - KIM MASHEGO</image:title>
      <image:caption>KIM MESHEGO Executive Program Driector</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Staff - TARA LITTLETON</image:title>
      <image:caption>TARA LITTLETON Advancement Director</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Staff - HANNAH HOBBS</image:title>
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      <image:title>Staff - BETH GIBSON</image:title>
      <image:caption>BETH GIBSON Strategic Partnerships and Community Engagement</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>FOUNDER &amp; CEO Born and raised in Alabama, Alexa is the founder of Blanket Fort Hope and has dedicated more than a decade to serving child survivors of human trafficking. With a background in ministry, business development, and nonprofit leadership, she is passionate about creating safety, awareness, education, and hope for vulnerable children. Alexa founded Blanket Fort Hope in 2015 after recognizing the critical gap in services for child trafficking survivors. Her work has earned recognition from the FBI and National Woman’s Missionary Union (WMU). Above all, Alexa loves Jesus and is honored to serve Him through Blanket Fort Hope, using her gifts in leadership, training, advocacy, and ministry to help children find hope and restoration.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>EXECUTIVE PROGRAM DIRECTOR Kim is an Alabama native, licensed independent clinical social work supervisor, and retired Alabama Department of Human Resources leader with decades of experience serving children, youth, and families. She holds degrees from the University of Montevallo and University of Alabama, is pursuing a doctorate in Biblical Leadership, and is passionate about serving Christ through her work with Blanket Fort Hope</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>ADVANCEMENT DIRECTOR Tara Littleton is an Advancement Director with over 20 years of experience in administrative operations, business management, and nonprofit ministry leadership, and she holds a business administration degree from Faulkner University. She is passionate about serving others and strengthening ministries for the Kingdom of God and is excited to use her gifts in support of Blanket Fort Hope.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>ADMIN ASSIATANT Hannah Hobbs serves as the Office Administrator at Blanket Fort Hope, bringing over five years of experience in administration and business management. She is passionate about supporting the mission of restoring hope to survivors and is honored to be part of a team dedicated to changing lives. Outside of work, Hannah enjoys spending time with her husband and two dachshunds, riding horses, and enjoying the outdoors.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>RESOURCE FAMILY SPECIALIST Ellie Perry is the Foster Care Social Worker at Blanket Fort Hope, where she is dedicated to helping vulnerable children find safety, healing, and stability. She holds a Master of Social Work degree from the University of North Alabama and has experience supporting foster families and children in care.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>ACADEMIC SUCCESS SPECIALIST Hope Chambers serves as the Academic Success Specialist at Blanket Fort Hope, where she is passionate about empowering youth through education and mentorship. She holds a degree in Early Childhood Education, graduated with honors, and brings experience teaching multiple grade levels and supporting students with diverse academic needs.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIPS / COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT Beth Gibson serves as the Volunteer Liaison and Community Engagement Specialist at Blanket Fort Hope, where she helps connect churches and communities to the mission of restoring child survivors of human trafficking. She is a Licensed Master Social Worker with degrees from Troy University and the University of Alabama and has experience serving vulnerable children and families.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>PROPERTY &amp; DEVELOPMENT Suzanne serves as the Property and Development Manager for Blanket Fort Hope. A former Board Member, she brings decades of leadership experience and a deep commitment to the organization's mission. Suzanne oversees the development and construction of the Restoration Campus, helping turn the vision of hope and healing into reality for the children and families served by Blanket Fort Hope. She lives in Shelby County, Alabama, with her husband, Danny, and enjoys spending time with their two children and three grandchildren.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>RESTORATION HOME SOCIAL WORKER Thandi Wells is a licensed Professional Counselor in Alabama and Maine specializing in children, teens, and families. She provides strengths-based, client-centered care focused on trauma, identity, and mental health, integrating evidence-based therapies with her Christian faith. A native of Montevallo, Alabama, Thandi lives in Calera with her daughter and is passionate about helping youth and families thrive.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Every engraved brick helps build a place of safety, healing, and hope for child trafficking survivors. Honor a loved one, celebrate a milestone, or leave a lasting legacy by purchasing a personalized brick today.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Unsilenced Podcast - Make it stand out</image:title>
      <image:caption>Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>FOSTER CARE SOCIAL WORKER Karis Hughes is a Licensed Master Social Worker who is passionate about supporting children and families and creating spaces where every child feels seen, valued, and celebrated.  Karis attended Samford University, where she earned both her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and her Master’s degree in Social Work. Her educational background combined with her experience working with children in foster care have shaped her passion for advocacy and serving children and families with compassion, encouragement, and purpose.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Help us create a safe, child-centered facility where survivors of trafficking can receive coordinated care, trauma informed therapy, family support, forensic services, and essential resources in one location.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.</image:caption>
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