The cost of Freedom Campaign

ABOUT

For over a decade, The Cost Of Freedom (TCOF) Campaign has been a grassroots movement dedicated to raising awareness about the brutal realities of human trafficking and honoring the lives affected by modern-day slavery.

Through film screenings, community vigils, art, education, and public events, we’ve stood alongside survivors, advocates, students, and families—breaking the silence and sparking transformative change.

TCOF has partnered with youth-led groups, Indigenous communities, universities, and both local and international organizations to host impactful events such as the Anti-Human Trafficking Symposium, A21 Walk for Freedom, and the Laptop Fundraiser—all aimed at awareness-building, education, and survivor empowerment.

Today, TCOF is more than a campaign. We are a movement committed to dismantling oppressive systems, amplifying survivor wisdom, and using education as a tool for collective liberation and revolutionary change.

The Cost of Freedom Documentary

The “Cost of Freedom: Human Trafficking in Idaho” documentary film highlights interviews from Idaho's survivors, leaders, professionals and advocates of human trafficking. The documentary aims to briefly inform on the historical and personal accounts of human trafficking experiences, the policies and laws concerning human trafficking, legislative duties that can impact the outcome of human trafficking in the state and lastly, what individuals, families, and communities in Idaho can do to protect one another and prevent the occurrence of this issue in Idaho.

Events & Initiatives

JRM Hometown Hero Expo Featuring local artist Steven Alfegha

We are so grateful to showcase TCOF Campaign at the JRM Foundation Hometown Hero Expo on September 7, 2019. Our booth featured art from Steven Alfegha, a local student artist recognized by his unique creative paintings which enlighten the identity and social issues of the African diaspora.
Boise Documentary Premiere

Hosted by Black History Museum on March 2, 2019.
ISU Human Trafficking Symposium

Assisted in planning and organizing of the first-ever Anti-Human Trafficking Symposium at Idaho State University which was held in January 28, 2020 with a goal to address the most pressing, current and emerging issues surrounding the fight against human trafficking and what we can do to stop demand in Idaho.
Magarita Anih, Miss Africa Idaho Nigeria 2019

We are so glad we had the opportunity to sponsor Magarita Anih, Miss Africa Idaho Nigeria 2019 during the Miss Africa Idaho pageant on September 21, 2019. Magarita performed so well exuding confidence at all the levels and won the Miss Africa Idaho 2nd Runner-Up Title!
Her platform was Love Yourself: Suicide Prevention
Let's Celebrate Kindness Festival

We were grateful to be a part of the Let's Celebrate Kindness Festival on Monday, September 16, 2019 to spread awareness about TCOF Campaign, support local citizens by showcasing their beautiful craftsmanship, and network with so many wonderful businesses and organizations in Pocatello.
Twin Falls Documentary Premiere

Hosted by Magic Valley Arts Council on February 27, 2019.
Pocatello Documentary Premiere

Hosted by Bethel Baptist Church on March 10, 2019.
Anti-Human Trafficking Coalition Group

Committee Meeting, Friday May 24, 2019 at the ISU Diversity Resource Center.
UN Civil Society Conference: The Climate of Menstruation Workshop

We were pleased to be a panelist at the Climate of Menstruation Workshop hosted at the United Nations Conference on August 28, 2019 at Salt Lake City.
A21 Walk For Freedom

TCOF Campaign partnered with Carrying the Message Recovery Group and Youth Activism Society (YAS) to host the first-ever Walk For Freedom in October, 2019 at Pocatello, ID.
Citizen Service Highlight: Hailey

The Citizen Service Highlight Publication showcases individuals just like you who are fighting human trafficking in their community.
We recognize Hailey for taking the extra step in the fight against human trafficking by organizing a fundraiser to donate items to the Idaho Anti-Trafficking Coalition.

Support the movement

Interested in supporting the The Cost of Freedom Campaign? Start by making a bold statement wherever you go. When you buy TCOF gear—hoodies, tees, sweatshirts—you’re not just representing the campaign, you’re fueling a movement. Every purchase helps fund survivor-informed advocacy, education, and abolitionist work across communities we serve.