Amara Legal Center

Amara Legal Center The Amara Legal Center provides free legal services to survivors of sex trafficking and sex workers.

The Amara Legal Center provides free legal services to individuals whose rights have been violated through commercial sex. Amara recognizes that while there are many different paths that lead a person into commercial sex, many individuals face a common set of legal issues. Amara serves survivors of sex trafficking and any other individual harmed by commercial sex in the Washington, DC metropolitan

area. We are committed to raising public awareness of the legal issues facing our clients, to connecting our clients with other vital social services, and to fighting tirelessly to provide excellent legal representation to all of our clients.

Who do traffickers target? Traffickers target individuals close to home - in their neighborhoods, families, schools, and...
05/29/2026

Who do traffickers target?

Traffickers target individuals close to home - in their neighborhoods, families, schools, and local communities. Many survivors have been exploited by family members, romantic partners, or other trusted individuals.

Let’s work together to raise awareness of human trafficking and prevent future victimizations.

Are you a nurse, doctor, or other medical provider? Join Amara Legal Center for a free, virtual Human Trafficking 101 tr...
04/21/2026

Are you a nurse, doctor, or other medical provider? Join Amara Legal Center for a free, virtual Human Trafficking 101 training for medical providers on Wednesday, April 29, 2026, at 12pm.

Join us to learn about the dynamics of human trafficking, including risk factors, red flags, and how to identify and support survivors of trafficking.

Click here to RSVP: https://tinyurl.com/mrxewet5

Access to legal services is essential. At the Amara Legal Center, s*x trafficking survivors have access to free legal he...
04/17/2026

Access to legal services is essential. At the Amara Legal Center, s*x trafficking survivors have access to free legal help through the Initiative. The Council of the District of Columbia – Please prioritize . Thank you and DC Bar Foundation for supporting free legal services for DC residents.

April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month. Sexual assault and s*x trafficking often go hand in hand. At Amara, we stand by...
04/08/2026

April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month. Sexual assault and s*x trafficking often go hand in hand. At Amara, we stand by survivors in their fight for justice. If you're facing a legal issue related to s*x trafficking, reach out to us today – we’re here to support you.

We are thrilled to share that the Amara Legal Center was honored this month with a grant from the DC Women’s Bar Associa...
03/27/2026

We are thrilled to share that the Amara Legal Center was honored this month with a grant from the DC Women’s Bar Association Foundation! We’re proud to join so many incredible organizations supporting women and girls across DC.

A heartfelt thank you to Women's Bar Association Foundation for your generous support of our mission to serve survivors of s*x trafficking and those impacted by commercial s*x in the District.

Learn more about all of this year's grantees in the 2026 WBAF Video: https://www.wbadcfoundation.org/2026grantees.

Did you know that traffickers often target youth experiencing homelessness? With limited resources and support, young pe...
03/25/2026

Did you know that traffickers often target youth experiencing homelessness? With limited resources and support, young people can be especially vulnerable to recruitment and grooming.

The Amara Legal Center is grateful to partner with Sasha Bruce Youthwork an organization dedicated to providing safety, stability, and opportunities for youth to thrive.

Sasha Bruce Youthwork offers crisis support, stable housing, and holistic programming for young people working toward independence. Through counseling, mentorship, family support, education, workforce readiness, and community engagement, they help strengthen families, build resilience, and prevent homelessness before it begins.

Thank you, Sasha Bruce Youthwork for your partnership in supporting young people in our community.

The Amara Legal Center supports the reunification of families torn apart by the cycles of violence associated with s*x t...
03/04/2026

The Amara Legal Center supports the reunification of families torn apart by the cycles of violence associated with s*x trafficking. We assist clients with regaining custody of their children, seeking divorces from their abusers, and achieving their goals for their family. If you are seeking assistance with a family law issue, contact Amara at 240-257-6492 or [email protected] to complete an intake.

Family-controlled trafficking often goes unnoticed because the abuse is hidden behind closed doors, masked as “family dy...
02/26/2026

Family-controlled trafficking often goes unnoticed because the abuse is hidden behind closed doors, masked as “family dynamics". Understanding patterns can help us identify red flags, support survivors, and challenge misconceptions.

Healthy relationships start with consent. Join Amara Legal Center at MLK Library on February 25th to explore healthy vs....
02/23/2026

Healthy relationships start with consent. Join Amara Legal Center at MLK Library on February 25th to explore healthy vs. unhealthy relationship dynamics, consent, and how these topics connect to human trafficking.

Criminal records create real barriers for survivors seeking stable employment, housing, and educational opportunities. A...
02/19/2026

Criminal records create real barriers for survivors seeking stable employment, housing, and educational opportunities. At Amara, we are committed to supporting s*x trafficking survivors in clearing their criminal records and pursuing their goals. Amara attorneys assist with vacatur, expungement, and sealing of criminal records in DC and Maryland.

If you’d like to learn about your eligibility for criminal record relief, contact Amara at 240-257-6492 or [email protected].

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1629 K Street, NW, Suite 300
Washington D.C., DC
20006

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

(240) 257-6492

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