Recent allegations against the Atlanta Dream Center and affiliated churches have exposed disturbing claims of human trafficking, coercion, and abuse. At Phillips Law Group, we believe no one should ever be exploited, manipulated, or forced into labor under the guise of faith or charity, and we have experience in bringing legal action against religious entities or leaders that harm people.
If you or a loved one suffered exploitation while volunteering or participating in programs related to the Atlanta Dream Center Church and its affiliated Pentecostal Christian denomination Assemblies of God, you have the right to justice, and we are here to fight for you.
Atlanta Dream Center Human Trafficking Allegations
A woman in Georgia alleged she was trafficked by Atlanta Dream Center Church and Assemblies of God as a ministry student, according to The Atlanta Journal-Constitution. She filed a lawsuit against them in April 2025.
“The woman, identified in the lawsuit as K.D., said she escaped the Atlanta church in 2015 severely malnourished after months of working long, unpaid shifts in kitchens and catered events,” the outlet reported.
“The woman, now 29, said she was tricked into participating in the church’s Atlanta School of Ministry program, then forced to live and work in filthy and dangerous environments with other students.”
Additionally, the individual claimed she was robbed and sexually assaulted twice by an event patron and church leader while she was part of the program, which she joined at 18 years old in 2014.
“We’re aware of many more who suffered through the same sort of trafficking and trafficking conditions,” Kim Dougherty, an attorney for K.D., told The Atlanta Journal-Constitution.
The Atlanta Dream Center human trafficking lawsuit alleges that vulnerable individuals were subjected to forced labor, emotional manipulation, and unjust conditions under the pretense of religious service. These reports are deeply troubling, and they demand accountability.
Pursuing a Human Trafficking Lawsuit
Human trafficking is a horrific crime, whether it occurs in the shadows or under the cover of a trusted institution. Survivors deserve compassionate legal advocates who will stand beside them, amplify their voices, and hold perpetrators fully responsible.
As part of the lawsuit, “K.D.” said the Atlanta church leaders “used shaming, religious manipulation, and grooming tactics to ensure she was subservient, obedient, and silent,” according to The Atlanta Journal-Constitution. The church entities involved may have violated the federal Trafficking Victims Protection Reauthorization Act, and they need to be brought to justice.
Our firm is committed to helping any of our clients who have suffered negligence or abuse at the hands of others, and our team is determined to help survivors of abuse and human trafficking reclaim their power.
We understand the trauma and courage it takes to come forward, and we provide supportive but assertive legal representation while prioritizing your safety and dignity. You are not alone, and we will pursue every available avenue to secure compensation for your suffering, including damages for emotional distress, lost wages, and more.
Contact Phillips Law Group
If you or someone you know was exploited by the Atlanta Dream Center or a related organization, contact us today for a confidential, no-obligation, no-cost consultation.
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