On Sunday, June 2, AAHOA Women Hoteliers Director Western Division Shetal Zina Patel spoke at the annual Hoteliers for Charity Gala at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles, CA. This year’s event was a fundraiser for OUR Rescue, a non-profit organization dedicated to eradicating human trafficking by assisting in rescue operations, identifying victims of exploitation, and more.

This event brought together hoteliers and industry leaders eager to raise awareness for human trafficking, a global pandemic that directly impacts the hospitality industry. Hoteliers must continue to stand firm and lead the fight against human trafficking to protect businesses, livelihoods, and the victims.