About
About DAWN Against Trafficking
DAWN Against Trafficking is Toronto’s largest youth-led anti-trafficking nonprofit.
With a dynamic network of volunteers, educators, and advocates across Canada and beyond, we unite communities to take action against human trafficking in all its forms.
Empower, Educate, Eradicate.
2021
Founded in
70,000+
Social Media Impressions
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Youth Volunteers & Alumni
160+
Members
Core Values
Our Mission
To combat human trafficking through education, advocacy, and youth-led initiatives that empower individuals and communities to stand against exploitation—locally and globally
Our work is grounded in three core pillars:
Empower
We equip young people and communities with the tools, leadership opportunities, and resources to take action, support at-risk individuals, and foster lasting change.
Educate
Through outreach, workshops, campaigns, and events, we spread awareness about the realities of human trafficking, helping people recognize the signs, understand the risks, and take preventive measures.
Eradicate
By challenging systemic issues, advocating for stronger protections, and working alongside partners at every level, we are dedicated to dismantling the conditions that allow trafficking to persist.
Youth Leading Change
As the largest youth-led anti-trafficking organization in Toronto, DAWN believes in the power of young people to lead, innovate, and drive meaningful impact. We equip youth with the tools, knowledge, and platform to raise their voices, challenge injustice, and create safer, more informed communities.
Board of Directors
Ada Wang
Founder & President
Abilas Sivakumar
Director
Contact Us
Ending trafficking requires collective action. Whether you’re a student, educator, community leader, or ally, there’s a role for you at DAWN. Together, we can raise awareness, take action, and help create a world where every person lives free from exploitation.