Mission
We exist to serve women at risk of human trafficking through our confidential services by offering a safe space for healing to begin while we compassionately reflect Jesus to all we encounter.
Vision
That our services will help each woman we serve to find the hope, support and tools needed to continue on the path of wholeness, healing and freedom by moving into a long term program to continue the work we began.
Human Trafficking Emergency Stabilization
The goal of the emergency housing program is to work together with female survivors to: • Ensure their immediate safety and security
- Provide tailored, individualized services including clothing, food, housing
- Develop service plans with them to establish or rebuild their support networks and support their reintegration into the community
Survivors in the emergency housing program are offered many different forms of support during their up to 90 day stay, including:
- Basic medical/dental stabilization
- Psychological and therapeutic support
- Case management, individual and group support meetings
- Trafficking/domestic violence education
- Develop a support plan with the goal of finding a long term safe house for lasting help and healing • Recreational activities and other opportunities for artistic expression
- Biblical spiritual support
Our Values
Safety
Selah is to provide emergency stabilization and security is a priority to help provide the opportunity for residents to be free of fear. Each resident is accepted, loved and given tools to better their life.
Healing
Licensed and loving personnel assist residents each day on their path of wholistic healing as they are equipped with life skills for a successful future.
Intentional Partnerships
We are committed to working with other organizations across our community, state and region to help meet the needs of each client to better equip them for long term healing and success.
Faith
We are a Christ-centered organization. Opportunities for spiritual growth occur each day. We welcome residents into our program regardless of their personal beliefs.
Behold I will do a new thing, now it shall spring forth; shall you not know it? I will even make road in the wilderness and rivers in the desert. - Isaiah 43:19
Selah will offer a short term “Stabilization Center” for trafficked victims and will stand in the gap with services until a long term placement and treatment program is secured.
Selah will partner with other organizations and area schools to raise awareness and offer resources to those at risk for trafficking. Through our center services and staff & volunteers we will offer an opportunity for people to see Jesus reflected and be restored into right relationship with their Creator.
About Us
Selah Life Choicesis a new nonprofit in East Texas which exists to serve women being trafficked or, who are at risk for human trafficking through our confidential services. We will offer a safe space for healing to begin while we compassionately reflect Jesus to all we encounter. Selah will serve as a ‘Stabilization Center’ for the first 90 days after rescue, and our services will help each woman to find the hope, support, and tools needed to continue on the path of wholeness, healing, and freedom. Selah will have an LPC on staff to help provide mental health support and trauma therapy, as well as housing for up to 90 days. We will offer basic necessities including food, clothing, activities, counseling, and more. Selah will help women with the next steps of their recovery, while securing longer term housing and support for them at another established facility. Through area partnerships and referrals we will also offer tangible help, including medical and dental care, and other services as needed.
Serving as Executive Director is BJ Garrett, a survivor of familial sex trafficking herself. BJ has called East Texas home since early childhood and despite the challenges faced, she has emerged as an exceptional leader, recognized as both an award-winning author, and an acclaimed speaker. With a passion for making a difference, she has dedicated years to running and serving the nonprofit sector, utilizing her expertise to bring about meaningful change in the lives of survivors and vulnerable communities. Through her powerful storytelling and extensive experience, BJ continues to inspire and educate audiences around the world, shedding light on the pressing issue of sex trafficking and advocating for justice and support for survivors.
Board President, Rocky Gill states, “We look forward to partnerships with local law enforcement and agencies, and we invite our East Texas community to learn how they can help support this effort. We are looking for opportunities to share at churches, small groups, community groups, businesses, civic organizations, and more”.