Attorney General Launches Backpack Initiative for Human Trafficking Victims

Hundreds of 'Bags of Freedom' Packed with Essentials and Spiritual Resources

Published on Feb. 6, 2026

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Mississippi Attorney General Lynn Fitch has spearheaded an initiative to provide backpacks filled with necessities and spiritual resources to victims of human trafficking in Jackson. The backpacks, dubbed 'Bags of Freedom,' were packed during a discussion on ways to prevent modern-day slavery, with the goal of helping victims become survivors.

Why it matters

Human trafficking is a major issue in Mississippi, with the state ranking among the highest in the nation for this form of exploitation. By providing these backpacks, the Attorney General's office aims to offer immediate support and resources to victims, while also raising awareness and working to eradicate trafficking in the state.

The details

The backpacks were packed during Fitch's discussion on human trafficking prevention, in partnership with the organization Project 369. Each backpack contains essential items like a Bible, house shoes, socks, and a toothbrush, as well as spiritual resources. The backpacks will likely be distributed during law enforcement 'takedowns,' with 600 agents trained to join a human trafficking task force.

  • The backpack packing event took place on February 6, 2026.

The players

Lynn Fitch

The Attorney General of Mississippi who spearheaded the backpack initiative for human trafficking victims.

Project 369

An organization whose mission is to spread the love of God to human trafficking victims in Jackson.

Hailey Promise

A survivor of human trafficking from age 12 to 29, who is eager to contribute to the initiative and share her story to help others.

Misty Bell

A participant in the backpack packing event, who helped fill the bags with essential items and spiritual resources.

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What they’re saying

“Everything that they have has cost them a part of their body at some expense of who they are, so giving them something free without something from them is super important.”

— Hailey Promise, Survivor

“The goal is to eradicate human trafficking in our state and also to help anyone who is a victim become a survivor.”

— Lynn Fitch, Attorney General

“If I made it out, it's my duty spiritually to use my story in a way that will help others to be free.”

— Hailey Promise, Survivor

What’s next

The Attorney General's office plans to distribute the backpacks during law enforcement 'takedowns' of human trafficking operations, with the goal of providing immediate support and resources to victims.

The takeaway

This initiative highlights the ongoing efforts to combat human trafficking in Mississippi and provide tangible assistance to victims, with the ultimate aim of helping them transition from victims to survivors and reclaim their lives.