Shelter for trafficking survivors closer to becoming a reality Gene Marrano October 31, 2016 1 minute read According to TraffickingResourceCenter.org, Virginia is the 9th worst state in the country for Human Trafficking. WFIR’s Denise Allen Membreno reports a local group is creating a safe haven for victims. Share: Post navigation Previous: Prevention Alliance announces major grantNext: Two charged after shooting at a funeral in Henry County Related Stories The Tiny Cargo Company has big plans for its scale up at new facility Gene Marrano February 23, 2026 0 Roanoke College Poll: Virginians support tougher gun laws but doubt the impact Clark Palmer February 23, 2026 0 Virginia Tech to host Afghan female soldiers and student author for storytelling event Web Staff February 23, 2026 0