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Monday, July 27, 2026
Tim Tebow to speak at The Rotary Human Trafficking Summit

District 6900 Rotarians Invited to the Rotary Human Trafficking Summit

Featuring Keynote Speaker Tim Tebow

Rotary District 6900 members are encouraged to join fellow Rotarians from across the region at the Rotary Human Trafficking Summit — a powerful, one-day event dedicated to awareness, education, and prevention of human trafficking. The summit will be held on Monday, July 27, 2026, from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM at the Marriott Meadowview Resort & Convention Center, 1901 Meadowview Pkwy, Kingsport, TN 37660.

Keynote Speaker: Tim Tebow

Headlining the event is Tim Tebow — two-time national champion, former NFL quarterback, bestselling author, broadcaster, and philanthropist. As Executive Director of the Tim Tebow Foundation, Tim has dedicated much of his life to combating human trafficking and child exploitation through prevention, rescue, and survivor care. His passion for protecting vulnerable children has made him one of the most recognized voices in this fight worldwide.

"When you hand your phone to your kid, know that the world and people with bad intentions are trying to lure them into something evil." — Tim Tebow

Expert Speaker Lineup

Joining Tim Tebow is an extraordinary group of national advocates, law enforcement leaders, and anti-trafficking experts:

  • Dave McCleary — Chairman, Rotary Action Group Against Slavery (RAGAS) & Anti-Human Trafficking White House Task Force Member
  • Josh Loaiza — Director of Strategic Partnerships, 3 Strands Global Foundation
  • Marc Pritchett — Founder, Destiny Rescue
  • Peter Donovan — Chief of Field Operations, The Sentinel Foundation
  • Dr. Ashley Poklar — Clinical Psychologist, The Sentinel Foundation
  • Haley Griffith — Education & Outreach Coordinator, Community Coalition Against Human Trafficking (CCAHT)
  • Sabrina Dorman-Andrews — Co-Founder & Executive Director, New Creation VA
  • Alexa Bast — Program Coordinator, Tennessee Businesses Against Trafficking (TBAT)
  • Trish Southerland — Director, TN Bureau of Investigation Human Trafficking Task Force

Why Attend?

Human trafficking is not a distant problem. Northeast Tennessee accounts for up to 50% of all human trafficking cases reported statewide — and the numbers are rising. Predators are targeting children through social media, video games, and popular apps. This summit will equip attendees with the knowledge and tools to recognize, prevent, and respond.

Topics covered include:

  • Modern trafficking tactics and how predators operate online
  • Digital safety for children — social media, gaming, and apps
  • Warning signs every parent, educator, and healthcare professional should know
  • Prevention strategies and community response
  • Survivor advocacy and support resources in the NETN/SWVA region

This summit is designed for Rotarians, parents, educators, healthcare professionals, first responders, law enforcement, church organizations, nonprofit leaders, and all community members ready to take action.

Registration & Details

? Location: Marriott Meadowview Resort & Convention Center, 1901 Meadowview Pkwy, Kingsport, TN 37660
? Date: Monday, July 27, 2026
⏰ Time: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
?️ Registration Fee: $20 per attendee
? Proceeds: All proceeds benefit the Bristol Rotary Charity Fund supporting human trafficking prevention, education, and awareness

? Register: www.rotaryhumantraffickingsummit.com
? Questions: (423) 481-3234 or stophtnow2026@gmail.com

Together, we can END human trafficking in our region. Bold Action. Real Impact.

Hosted by the Rotary Club of Bristol, TN/VA · Presented in partnership with RAGAS & 3 Strands Global Foundation

Posted by Dave McCleary
June 25, 2026

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