25 Years - Rescue Mission Alliance Ventura County

Lighthouse celebrates 25 years

Thank you for your support of our
new human trafficking recovery facility and program.

A man in a blue suit stands and claps at an indoor event, while others seated and standing nearby also applaud. A sign on a table reads Table 2.

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Four women in formal attire stand together in a wood-paneled hallway, smiling at the camera.

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A woman and man dressed in semi-formal attire pose together at an indoor event with round tables and chairs in the background.

Three people converse near a table with food in a museum setting, with large model ships displayed in glass cases nearby.

A woman in a purple outfit talks with a man in a cowboy hat and tan jacket inside a museum filled with ship models and exhibits.

Three people stand and converse in front of framed nautical paintings at an art gallery; two women face a man who is holding a drink and smiling.

Two women stand and talk at an indoor event; one holds a drink, and people are mingling in the foreground. Framed artwork hangs on the wall behind them.

A man in a suit speaks at a clear podium with a microphone during a Rescue Mission Alliance event. A screen and black curtains are visible in the background.

A man in a suit sits at a dinner table in an art gallery with others clapping around him; ocean-themed paintings hang on the walls behind.

People seated indoors, listening attentively, with ocean-themed paintings displayed on the white wall behind them.

A woman and a man stand at a podium with a Rescue Mission Alliance sign, speaking at an indoor event. The man holds a microphone and smiles.

A man in a suit and tie speaks at a podium with a projected screen behind him displaying Whitney and law enforcement agencies names.

A maritime museum building with glass entrance, a mermaid statue, palm trees, and a vivid pink and purple sunset sky in the background.

A two-story waterfront building with large windows and a sign reading Marina & Yacht Club, set against a vibrant pink and purple sunset sky.

Two people check in at a registration table staffed by two women in a lobby, with a display of balloons and informational signs in the background.

A blue and gold event sign with balloons reads, “Hope on the Harbor—25th anniversary for the Lighthouse for Women and Children,” displayed indoors with art on the walls.

Two women in black attire stand behind a table with name tags and clipboards, smiling at the camera in a lobby area with framed photos and a digital display on the wall.

Brochures titled Stories of Change and pens are displayed on a blue tablecloth, with name tags and documents visible in the background.

A table covered with name tags and a printed impact report brochure for Rescue Mission Alliance Ventura County, featuring statistics and a photo of a man.

An easel displays a poster for a new Rescue Mission Alliance human trafficking facility opening in 2025, set against a blue wall with framed artwork.

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A detailed model sailboat with red and white striped sails is displayed in a glass case in a museum gallery with framed maritime paintings on the walls.

People view ship models and maritime paintings displayed in glass cases and on walls inside a well-lit museum gallery.

A round tray of bite-sized stuffed mushrooms sits on a table with a white tablecloth, surrounded by small plates and yellow napkins; model ships are displayed in the background.

A string quartet of four women in black dresses plays music in a room with display cases and model ships.

A string quartet performs indoors, surrounded by display cases with model ships and maritime artifacts.

A hallway leads to a room where people are gathered near a signboard; the space has wood accents and blue carpeting.

Sign on easel reads A Walk In Her Shoes, describing a mini exhibit honoring women who survived human trafficking; people and musicians are in the background of the indoor space.

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A pair of red high-heeled shoes is displayed on a white pedestal, with informational pamphlets and a blurred background of a room and people.

Art gallery or event space with shoe displays on pedestals, informational signs, and people interacting in the background.

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Two model ships are displayed in glass cases on wooden stands in a museum, with an informational sign on the left and a painting of ships in the background.

An older woman and man sit together on wooden chairs, holding drinks, in a maritime-themed room with ship models and paintings in the background.

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A banquet table set with glassware, flowers, and a card labeled Table 11 in a well-lit room with large windows and a view of the water.

Round dining tables with white tablecloths and place settings are arranged in a room with maritime decor and large windows overlooking a marina.

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A formal table setting with woven placemats, yellow glasses, menus, and plates of cheesecake garnished with raspberries and mint on a white tablecloth.

Four adults dressed in formal attire stand together and smile for a photo at an indoor event with art and ship models in the background.

Four adults, three women and one man, dressed in formal attire, stand together indoors at an event with balloons and other attendees in the background.

Five people in business attire stand together indoors, smiling at the camera in a wood-paneled room decorated with framed pictures.

People in formal attire converse and observe exhibits in a museum gallery featuring maritime artifacts and a mannequin dressed in traditional attire.

A man in a suit and a woman in a light coat stand together indoors, each holding a glass, surrounded by paintings and display cases.

Three people standing indoors, smiling at the camera. The man on the right is wearing a blue suit and name badge; the two women on the left are dressed in formal attire.

Three women dressed in business attire stand together indoors, holding drinks and smiling at the camera during a formal event. Informational posters and red banners are visible in the background.

Two people pose together indoors at an event, with nautical decor and paintings visible in the background.

An older man in a suit and an older woman with a nametag pose together in a museum exhibit room with paintings and display cases.

A woman holding a glass of wine and a man in a suit with a red tie stand side by side at an indoor event, with model ships and framed pictures in the background.

Two pairs of athletic shoes, one adult-sized and one child-sized, are displayed on a white pedestal with informational posters and people in the background.

Three adults in formal attire smile for a photo at an event, standing in front of framed maritime paintings on a pale green wall.

Six adults, dressed in semi-formal attire, stand together indoors at a social event, smiling at the camera; some hold drinks.

Five adults, three women and two men, pose together indoors in front of framed paintings. One man wears a cowboy hat and tan jacket; others are in formal or business attire.

A man in a blue plaid jacket and a woman in a denim jacket with a name tag smile together at an indoor event; the woman holds a glass of white wine.

A woman holding a drink and a man in a suit with a name tag stand together, smiling, in an art gallery with framed paintings on the wall behind them.

Four adults dressed in formal attire smile at a social event, holding drinks, with framed artwork and informational displays on the wall behind them.

Two women wearing name badges stand indoors, smiling at the camera. One wears a black blouse, the other a purple floral dress. A model ship is visible in the background.

Six adults, dressed in semi-formal attire, sit and stand together indoors at an evening event, some holding drinks and smiling for the photo.

Two women stand and talk at an indoor event; one wears a floral dress, the other a light blazer and holds a bag and pamphlet. Display cases and other people are in the background.

An older man in a gray suit stands next to an older woman in a white blouse at an indoor event, with other people and display cases in the background.

Seven people dressed in formal attire stand side by side, smiling, in a wood-paneled room with framed artwork on the walls.

Two women interact at an event; one in a black dress smiles while the other, seen from behind, gestures with her hands. A display board stands nearby.

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A woman stands behind a registration table, speaking to two attendees at an art event in a blue-walled room. Papers and brochures are spread on the table.

Three people standing together indoors, dressed in business attire, smiling at the camera with framed art on the wooden wall behind them.

Two women stand and talk at an indoor event, one holding a drink and the other holding a book and clutch, with other people visible in the background.

A man in a tan blazer and cowboy hat stands among a group of people indoors, engaging in conversation at a formal event.

Five people stand together indoors at an event, dressed in semi-formal attire, smiling at the camera. Some are holding brochures and a glass of wine.

A man in a gray suit and colorful tie stands next to a woman in a maroon blouse at an art gallery with framed paintings on the wall behind them.

Four adults, two men and two women, pose together indoors at a formal event, dressed in evening attire and smiling at the camera.

Four people stand in a hallway with paintings on the wall, engaged in conversation at what appears to be a formal event.

Several women stand and talk in an indoor setting near display pedestals holding shoes and brochures, with paintings visible on the walls in the background.

Two women wearing name tags stand at a table in front of a screen displaying information about a custom car show. Framed artwork is visible on the blue walls behind them.

Two women wearing black outfits and name tags stand smiling in front of a nautical painting at an indoor event with other people in the background.

Two women stand side by side and smile at the camera at an indoor event. A sign in the background encourages attendees to read stories and take action on human trafficking.

Four women sit around a dinner table with salads and drinks; one woman facing the camera is smiling.

A woman in a blue top smiling and shaking hands with another person at an indoor social event. Several people are visible in the background.

Four people sit at a decorated round dinner table during an indoor event, listening attentively. The table is set with flowers, glasses, and plates of food.

A group of older adults sit at a formal dinner table with salads and drinks, dressed in business attire, engaged in conversation and reading a program.

A group of older adults sit around a table set for a meal, while a server brings bottles of wine to the table.

A woman in a blue sleeveless top eats salad at a crowded indoor event, surrounded by other seated guests.

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Three people sit at a round table with food and drinks, engaged in conversation at a formal event. A Table 7 sign is visible on the right. Other guests are in the background.

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A group of people in formal attire sit around a decorated table with food and drinks, attentively listening at an indoor event or banquet.

A group of people sit around a round table set with food and drinks at an indoor event, attentively watching something off camera.

A woman stands and smiles while people seated around her applaud in a gallery setting with paintings on the walls.

A woman in a purple blazer with a name tag stands and smiles while people around her applaud in a well-lit room.

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Three people in business attire sit at a table at an event; one man shows something on his phone to the others as a woman stands in the background serving food.

A group of people in formal attire are gathered around a dinner table at an indoor event with nautical decor and flags in the background.

Two women standing side by side indoors, smiling at the camera; one wears a black blazer and pink top, the other a purple dress with visible tattoos and a name badge.

A man sits at a dinner table marked Table 5, surrounded by other guests at an indoor event. The table has flowers, drinks, and plates of food.

A group of people sit at a round table during an indoor event, engaged in conversation, with drinks and food on the table and a server standing nearby.

A group of people wearing gloves prepare food together at a table covered with bread and trays, in a room lined with bookshelves and plastic sheeting.

Four men in chef uniforms and aprons stand behind a table with food trays, smiling inside a room with bookshelves and hanging lights.

A group of chefs stands behind a counter preparing food, with one chef in a maroon shirt and white hat interacting with a person in the foreground.

A woman in black attire and glasses stands indoors holding two plates of food, with an ocean-themed mural on the wall behind her.

Two women sit at a dinner table with drinks and glasses, smiling at the camera in a crowded restaurant or event setting.

An older man in a suit and a woman in a colorful blouse sit together at a decorated table, smiling at the camera during an indoor event.

A woman stands indoors holding a plate of food and smiling at the camera; a group of people are seated at tables in the background.

A waiter in a white shirt and black tie holds a plated meal while standing in an art-filled restaurant with ocean-themed decor.

A man wearing glasses and a tie holds two plates of food in an art gallery with ocean-themed decor and a seahorse painting on the wall.

A man in a white shirt stands indoors holding a plate of food, smiling at the camera; a painted ocean mural is visible in the background.

People seated at round tables, dressed in formal attire, converse and dine at an indoor event with a presentation screen in the background.

A woman in a checkered shirt holds a plate of food in a restaurant with marine-themed decor.

A group of people dressed formally are seated around a dinner table at an indoor event, eating, drinking, and conversing.

A man in a white shirt stands and gives a thumbs up while others sit around tables at a formal indoor event.

Two men in suits sit at a dining table engaged in conversation, with drinks and plates visible in front of them.

A man in a suit speaks at a podium with a microphone. The podium displays a Rescue Mission Alliance sign. A presentation screen is visible beside him.

A man in a suit sits at a banquet table with drinks and flowers, attentively watching and clapping. Others are seated nearby.

A man in a suit and tie speaks into a microphone at a podium, holding papers. The podium sign reads Rescue Mission.

A man in a suit and glasses speaks at a podium with a microphone, gesturing with his right hand during a formal event.

People seated at round tables in a restaurant or event space are clapping. A woman in the foreground is looking down and smiling while applauding. Paintings are visible on the walls behind them.

People seated at a table with food and drinks, clapping during an indoor event; paintings and a camera setup are visible in the background.

A group of people sit at a table with food and drinks, attentively clapping during an indoor event. Paintings of ocean scenes are visible on the walls behind them.

A group of people seated at tables with food and drinks, attentively watching and applauding during an indoor event.

Three adults sitting at a round table with food and drinks, one woman clapping, another looking down, and a man in a white shirt looking forward in a well-lit indoor setting.

A woman with long blonde hair sits at a table set with glasses and bottles, next to a sign reading Table 1 at an indoor event.

A man in a blue suit stands at a podium with microphones, speaking at an event. A screen behind him displays partial text, including the name NASARENKO.

A group of people sit closely together at a table during an indoor event, smiling and looking toward someone out of frame.

A man and woman sit at a table with drinks and plates, appearing engaged in conversation at an indoor event with other attendees in the background.

People seated at a table with wine bottles and flowers clap while listening to something off-camera; a large coastal landscape painting hangs on the wall behind them.

A woman with blonde hair sits at a dining table, clapping, surrounded by glasses, plates, and a wine bottle at an event. A man in a hat sits beside her.

A man in a suit speaks at a podium labeled Rescue Mission Alliance, with a presentation screen behind him displaying ERIK NASARENKO and District Attorney.

A woman with long blonde hair sits at a dinner table, clapping her hands. The table is set with glasses, plates, and a floral centerpiece.

A group of people seated at round tables, listening attentively during an indoor event or banquet. Table numbers and dinnerware are visible on the tables.

A man in a brown jacket and black cowboy hat sits at a table during an indoor event, while others around him applaud.

Two women sit at a formal dining table with drinks and flowers, clapping, while others around the table also applaud.

A woman in a white jacket sits at a round table clapping, surrounded by other seated guests at a formal event.

A woman stands at a podium with a microphone, speaking at a Rescue Mission event. A screen behind her displays the name Leslie Painter.

A woman with glasses speaks at a podium with a microphone. A presentation slide behind her displays the text LESLIE PAINTE and partial words.

A woman stands at a podium with a microphone, speaking at a Rescue Mission Alliance event. The screen behind her displays the name Gloria Miller and the title House Graduate.

A woman in a black blazer stands at a podium with a microphone, looking upward. A name tag reads Victoria Miller and a presentation screen is visible in the background.

A woman stands at a podium speaking into a microphone with a presentation slide displaying the name Victoria Miller in the background.

Two women embrace on a stage, while seated people in the foreground observe and applaud; one man holds a certificate.

A woman stands and claps at an event, with a sign reading Rescue Mission Alliance and a screen displaying Victoria Miller Lighthouse Ambassador in the background.

A woman in a black blazer stands and applauds at an indoor event, surrounded by other people also clapping. Paintings and floral arrangements are visible in the background.

Two people hug closely at an indoor event; one has visible tattoos on their arm and is smiling, while another person in the background claps.

A woman speaks at a podium with a microphone at a Rescue Mission Alliance event.

A woman stands at a podium labeled Rescue Mission, speaking into a microphone with a presentation slide displaying the name Azariah in the background.

A woman with long brown hair holds a microphone and speaks in front of a projected screen displaying text. She is wearing a purple top and has tattoos on her arms.

A man in a blue shirt and tie sits at a table, clapping, surrounded by others. There are drinks, flowers, and plates on the table, with a painting of the sea in the background.

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For more information text or call Deborah Riffenburgh at 805-539-8903.

Thank you to our speakers

hope on the harbor presenter - erik

Erik Nasarenko
Ventura County District Attorney

hope on the harbor presenter - aliah

Alia Azariah
Lived Experience Expert on Human Trafficking
Director of Aftercare, Safe House Project

hope on the harbor presenter - Scott

Scott Whitney
Chief, DA’s Bureau of Investigations
Former Chief of the Oxnard Police Department