On April 9th Breaking the Shackles and The Band CAMINO are taking over the Georgia Theatre to wave a banner of freedom over modern day slavery. Let’s raise a unified voice for those in bondage. Join us in the #SoundoftheMovement

All proceeds benefit our partner organization, YouthSpark that cares for Atlanta youth who are exploited, trafficked or at risk in Atlanta, GA. Benefits will send children from YouthSpark to WinShape Camps this summer!

YouthSpark is a 501(c)(3) non-profit operating out of the Fulton County Juvenile Court System. Chick-fil-A’s WinShape camps will be partnering with BTS and through this concert will be able to send children from YouthSpark to camp this summer! These preventative programs provide a bright future for our children. 

We are more than just individuals. We are a  MOVEMENT. Join us in the #SoundoftheMovement. With your help, we will end modern day slavery in our lifetime. 

•• @Breaking the Shackles is a 501(c)(3) non-profit that exists to raise awareness, collect funds, and mobilize students to actively fight modern-day slavery.

•• @The Band CAMINO is an pop infused indie-rock group hailing from Memphis, TN. Check out their critically acclaimed EPs (Heaven and My Thoughts on You) and other content which has collected 5 million streams on Spotify.

•• @WinShape Camps provides day and overnight summer camp experiences for boys and girls of all ages. Their camp will provide a refuge and safe haven for children living in at risk environments.

We desire to see a world where the Church has a prevalent role in the realm of social justice. We are #ChangeMakers and #UR2. Join us on •• Saturday February 10th (from 10am-2pm) •• for our annual “Change Makers Conference”! 

This Athens-wide conference will explore the role of the Church in social justice movements. Together we will explore non-profits that are fighting injustice and discover how you can be a new generation of leaders fighting for change.

The event will be at the University of Georgia Wesley Foundation Chapel near Meyers quad. Join us to discuss a variety of social justice topics including international poverty, human trafficking, medicinal relief, immigration and higher education. 

We believe that when the church unites against injustice, we become stronger. We are pioneers for change, champions of injustice and leaders for positive change in our communities. We are #ChangeMakers and #UR2. 

// Saturday February 10th // 10am - 2pm // 
•• FREE LUNCH PROVIDED ••
Tickets: $12 online, $15 at the door

University Union, Free The Girls at UGA, Breaking the Shackles, Inc., andInternational Justice Mission: IJM - UGA Chapter present — Slavery Still Exists: A Human Trafficking Simulation

January is Human Trafficking Awareness Month, and to bring awareness to the cause this event is a modern-day human trafficking experience that aims to bring awareness to this injustice.

Participants walk through real-life situations in which they will be placed in the shoes of a modern-day slave. Following the simulation, participants will join in a facilitated discussion to process their experience. They will also have the opportunity to connect with anti-trafficking organizations local and Atlanta based to get involved in the solution. 

Our hope is that we create an environment that allows participants to empathize with these issues and join us in the fight against modern-day human trafficking.

#SlaveryStillExists

Worship is an extremely powerful form of celebration. It is a footprint of freedom || On November 3rd join us as one body to proclaim freedom in Christ and celebrate those freed from human trafficking. Equally, we want to cry out for more freedom in the lives of those opressed. Leading worship will be members from multiple ministries including RUF at UGA, Grace Athens &University of Georgia Wesley Foundation. Let's worship as one body and celebrate freedom! •• 
Everyone is invited to our BIGGEST event of the semester! Admission is FREE! Come sing songs and praise the one who brings freedom with us on a Friday November 3rd!

Worship Team:
Colin Stevens - Vocals - RUF
Shelby Lynn Frank - Vocals - Grace
Hampton Peay - Drums - Wesley
Timothy Yoon - Lead Guitar - Wesley
Ben Crawford - Bass - RUF
Joe Lee - Cello - Wesley
Niki Neiconi - Keys - BCM

Join Breaking the Shackles, Inc. next Thursday, Oct. 19 for our annual Illumination Night! "Match" your passion with KNOWLEDGE; Shed light on modern day slavery.

At this event, we'll host a panel of professors, non-profit leaders, law enforcement officals and other professionals who break down the topic of human trafficking and equip you with knowlege to fight the issue. 
6:30 - 8:00pm // Caldwell Hall 302
Speakers on Panel: 
1) Dorsey Jones - Case Manager of youthSpark (and a survivor)
2) Candace Wood - Interim Executive Director of youthSpark
3) Agent Peacock - Georgia Bureau of Investigation Officer
4) Dr. Clay-Warner - Head of Department of Sociology

Come on out to our FINAL Coffee House Crawl @zombiecoffeeanddonuts to jam out to these amazing local Athens artists:
Justin Webb, Michael Sostre,Ariana Marsh, Siobhan Britt, Alex and Vivi. 

T O N I G H T: •• Come join us at Jittery Joes Coffee {in 5 Points} for Night 2 of the Coffee House Crawl! •• Last week was amazing, but we already can't wait to jam out to some MORE local music artists with you! However, it's about more than just music. We believe that every voice we raise at our events ultimately helps give a voice to the VOICELESS: those stuck in the trap of human trafficking. To us, the first step towards freedom from slavery starts with a step towards a strong community set on standing up for what's right. So come be a part of the movement one sip of caffeine at a time!! {6-8pm}

We've got some amazing local music artists ready to play for you! Here's the official line up for @twostoryathens :
•• Alex Ward, Connor Brooke Dryden, Bonnie McRae, Colin Stevens, & Viviana Carrasco ••

On August 19th from 5-9 PM Breaking the Shackles will be kicking off the year with a small festival at "The Pit" off of South Milledge! We'll have a series of local artists lined up for your listening pleasure (including our very own Hill Elliott Music!!) --> in addition to arts, crafts, refreshments, karaoke and a bonfire!

Let's start off this year with a celebration -- a shout of joyous hope that marches collectively toward freedom & crushes human trafficking as it stands presently! 

Sadly it's the end of the year! However, we would love to celebrate all of the incredible things that have been done this year through our movement at UGA! 
Take a relaxing break before the onset of finals. Come to our very own house show! It's all the hype of a concert and all the intimacy of a home cooked meal. More info to come on the performance lineup. 
PS there will be a bonfire, however, we ask that our guests bring drinks and snacks out of the goodness of your heart (plus the event is free!!)

Breaking the Shackles presents the 6th annual benefit concert at the 40 Watt! Headlining is The New Respects accompanied by Athens Locals, The Band - Mosaic and The Colour Negative from the Atlanta music scene who recently released their EP, "I WANT YOU, I NEED YOU, I LOVE YOU, I MISS YOU."

Breaking the Shackles is hosting "Change-Makers Conference", an Athens-wide conference that will explore non-profits that are fighting injustice. Topics will include the refugee crisis, international education, fair labor, clean water, and human trafficking in the southeast United States. We believe that when the church unites against injustice, we become stronger. The combined strength our communities is enough to move mountains, and turn our cities upside down. We can change the course of history.

Like good coffee, great music, & an even greater community to share it with?
Then come on out to Two Story Coffee House on Thursday, January 26th from 6-8 pm for the Breaking the Shackles Acoustic Night!
There’s nothing better than enjoying LIVE music so that others in bondage may freely LIVE. It’s time to end modern day slavery- so grab a mug & join the movement.

 Join us to raise a unified voice against the injustices of human trafficking. Together we can shine a light in the darkness of modern day slavery. 

The FINAL stage of this 3-part series is at Two Story Coffee House in Five Points from 6:00-8:00 PM. Come snag a cup of coffee and vibe to headliner Andrew Huang other local musicians! 

Part 2 of 3 will be at the Jittery Joe's in Five Points on Friday from 5:30-7:30 PM. Come grab a cup of coffee and vibe to headliner, Bradley McKee, in addition to other local musicians. 

Part 1 of 3 in BTS's "Coffee-Crawl" music tour will be this Thursday the 22nd at Zombie Coffee and Donuts from 6-8. Viviana Carrasco will be headlining in addition to performances from other local artists.

Join us this Thursday at our first concert of the semester, Ignite the Night! Come listen to some awesome music and learn more about the BTS community.