The Stop Trafficking Project® specific solutions currently include awareness, education, and prevention in the USA. We are actively and aggressively involved in working toward an innovative and collaborative effort to end domestic minor sex trafficking (DMST) before it starts via our strategy called BeAlert®.
what we believe
Utilize the four strengths of communication, leadership, team development, and compassion to combat domestic minor sex trafficking (DMST).
To end domestic minor sex trafficking (DMST) before it starts by disrupting the exploitation of vulnerability.
Collaboration with like-minded people and organizations is vital to accomplish more with less. Trusted relationships are highly valued.
The BeAlert® Strategy is our innovative effort to end domestic minor sex trafficking (DMST) before it starts.
The BeAlert® Strategy works! As of December 2023, we have reached over 136,000 adults and over 104,000 students.
Our team offers BeAlert® Strategy presentations that are adaptable to students in grades K-12 and groups of all sizes in many settings and in various organizations.
For students, our presentations serve to educate and empower them to be safer with their online lives and to keep their friends and peers safer.
For other organizations and groups, we bring awareness, education, and solutions to combat the dangers of domestic minor sex trafficking (DMST).
We post regular awareness and educational updates on our social media pages.
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Russ Tuttle is the president and founder of The Stop Trafficking Project®. He uses his strengths of communication, leadership, team development, and compassion to end domestic minor sex trafficking (DMST) before it begins by disrupting the exploitation of vulnerability. He is an active member of several coalitions and task forces in Kansas and Missouri.
Russ is the creator and director of BeAlert®, which is the prevention and awareness strategy of The Stop Trafficking Project®. The primary method of implementation of BeAlert® is through presentations designed to 1) educate and empower students and 2) guide adults from awareness to action. A commitment to collaborate with trusted people and organizations has impacted the lives of over 170,000 people. The BeAlert® Strategy has proven impactful in a variety of settings.
Russ grew up for much of his childhood and teenage years in India. This created within him the drive to serve those who are unable to help themselves. He brings over three decades of passion and experience in the not-for-profit world to The Stop Trafficking Project® team and is the primary communicator of the vision and mission.
Rick Needham is Chief Executive Officer and Partner SKOVEX, LLC. He has over 10 years experience in development and marketing on the internet. This experience began at the University of Kansas Medical School where as a student, Rick spearheaded a project involving internet development for the Department of Pathology K.U. Med. His work with this project culminated in an internet web site that was used as a study resource for K.U. Med Students, the official text book for pathology in all Japanese Medical Schools, the unofficial text book in United States Schools, and a valuable resource for people looking to expand knowledge on medical issues.
Following the success of this project, Rick withdrew from school and after doing several projects for the Association of Independent Hospitals, started IBD, Inc., a pioneering internet development company focusing on building internet based communications within the Farmland Cooperative Structure in 1995. Rick grew this company to national proportions, having customers in 9 states and gained notoriety by companies such as Earnst and Young, Farmland Industries, John Deere, Oklahoma State University, Willfarm, and other industry leaders.
His company went on to become a pioneering partner with Oracle, playing a significant role in the production of what is now Oracle Portal software. The Chief Technology Officer became a regular speaker at Oracle Open World conferences which brought IBD, Inc. international notoriety. Rick exited this company in 2001 and started a second development company, IntegriCorp Technologies, LLC. Utilizing knowledge he gained through work with Oracle, Rick has built “community” based software which has been used by several companies including General Mills. Integricorp Technologies joined other companies to form Mad Gamers Network, LLC, a front line gaming community who pioneered cutting edge technology to create a first of its kind user experience. Rick has been a consultant for People to People International, The State Department, and James Madison University in relation to a global community for land-mine removal.
Rick and his wife, Robin, have three children.
Darrell Johnson began serving in the ministry capacity when he heard the call from God at the age of 22, at that time he accepted his first pastoral position as a Youth Pastor. For the last 20 plus years he has helped plant and strengthen churches, served as youth pastor, mentored many students, and developed leaders in all areas of life. Darrell has deep experience in developing, equipping, discipling, and leading people of all ages. He is a mentor, coach, and entrepreneur. Darrell completed his B.A. of Theology.
He has been married to Lori, for 25 years and they have four children and two grandchildren.
As Darrell continues on his journey of life, he knows God has much in store for him yet to com
Reverend Ron Tuttle brings his years of experiences from living and working in India as well as his executive level leadership and administrative skills, to our team.
After nine years of pastoral ministry in Washington State, the Tuttle family moved to North India in January 1972. This was the start of an incredible adventure of faith and success in the following areas of missionary effort: grade school education through university level teaching; a long list of leadership positions; highly respected for his integrity; sought after for advice based on his perspective and discernment; a key influencer through various academic positions; and author of five books.
September Trible is a wife, mother, grandmother, and former KC business owner. She has been actively engaged in the battle to combat domestic minor sex trafficking (DMST) and commercial sexual exploitation (CSE) since 2011. September is a visionary leader with a mission to see youth and communities become educated and empowered to prevent this horrific crime! Her passion for prevention and healing was first realized as a volunteer with Exodus Cry. The span of her journey thus far has included: founding member at KC Street Hope; Certified Aware® presenter and trainer; Regional Coordinator for Aware KC; and Executive Director at Restoration House of Greater Kansas City. September joined The Stop Trafficking Project® full time in 2018. She serves as a DMST awareness and prevention specialist and is a certified BeAlert® presenter and trainer. September is a DMST survivor and a committed victim advocate who has over 210 documented hours of specialized trainings and certifications.
September and her husband, Scott, have a blended family consisting of 9 adult children and are blessed with over a dozen grandchildren! They are former foster parents and active members at Antioch Church in Overland Park, KS.
Stacey Lareau has a passion for the fight against human trafficking and motivating others to get involved. The protection of the vulnerable has brought her to be a BeAlert® certified presenter with The Stop Trafficking Project®; tackling the issue of Domestic Minor Sex Trafficking (DMST), working to End it Before it Starts. She comes with the perspective as a wife, mother, grandmother and active abolitionist.
Stacey has always used her “gift of talking” to educate, bring awareness and move others to action through multiple arenas. In the public schools she has fully supported PTA by organizing school fundraising carnivals, student talent shows, book fairs and dental health education. In non-profit organizations she has educated and organized youth and adult groups building homes, providing medical supplies for developing world countries, supplying clothing and personal care items to the homeless and vulnerable people groups.
As a Kansas native Stacey’s passion is to help our community.
As a mother and grandmother Stacey’s passion is to educate our kids and caregivers.
As a woman Stacey’s passion is to change our culture for a better, stronger future.
Bekkah Hacke Aarnes is a volunteer for The Stop Trafficking Project®. Bekkah worked alongside trafficking survivors both internationally and domestically for five years before making the decision to further her education in the human services field. Her passion is to walk alongside women and children in vulnerable situations, providing the support and tools needed to reach personal dreams and to live in a safe environment.
Bekkah has worked in the non-profit sector for the last decade and is currently pursuing her Master’s degree in Social Work and appreciates every opportunity to share her passion for justice and compassion with others. This passion led her to intern and volunteer with The Stop Trafficking Project® to help keep our children safer and to provide tools to equip caring adults.
In her free time, she enjoys time with her husband, Josh, and loves to run, bake, do puzzles and spend time with friends. Bekkah is also passionate about her faith in Jesus and attends a church in her local community. She recently started serving as one of the leaders of outreach with an organization called Serve785, reaching the Douglas County community.
