Who We Are

Liluye is the Miwokan word for a hawk singing while soaring, signifying a connection with the natural world and highlighting the hawk’s strength and grace. This is mirrored in the resilience, courage, bravery, hope, and determination of indigenous peoples’ and survivors of human trafficking.

At Liluye, we are a team of global warriors with a shared vision of peace and empowerment. Liluye is a non-profit, 501(c)(3) organization based in Tucson, Arizona that develops programs and shares resources to support and advocate for human trafficking survivors. Led and informed by survivors, we empower women and girls.

~ MISSION ~

Liluye is a global, collaborative community dedicated to empowering female human trafficking survivors, giving them wings to thrive through survivor-centered programs and resources.

~ VISION ~

We aspire towards a world free from human trafficking and slavery, where every girl and woman is safe, empowered, healed, and heard.

~ OUR FOUNDER ~

Jill Langhus-Griffin firmly believes that she chose this life, the people and the events in them for a reason. Jill is a compassionate feminist committed to equal rights for everyone. Her own history of childhood abuse has enabled her to be extremely compassionate toward others who have suffered or are suffering. Jill is determined to make a difference in this world, lifetime, and beyond, creating a ripple effect of joy, peace, compassion, and love.

~ VALUES ~

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