Labareau x Free a Girl: How Lindsay van der Looij Raised €5,000 to Fight Exploitation

Labareau x Free a Girl: How Lindsay van der Looij Raised €5,000 to Fight Exploitation

At Labareau, we believe in the power of women supporting women, and that’s why we are so proud to share the story of our founder, Lindsay van der Looij, and her involvement in the ‘Our Daughters, Our Future’ campaign for Free a Girl. This powerful initiative, led by Yolanthe Cabau, unites over 100 women with the goal of freeing 100 girls from sexual exploitation—a cause that is close to Lindsay’s heart. Through her personal dedication and the generous support of our community, she has successfully raised €5,000 to help give these young girls a chance at a brighter future. We are incredibly proud and grateful to have contributed to this important cause.

Why Lindsay joined the fight

Lindsay’s involvement in the ‘Our Daughters, Our Future’ campaign came through a request from Yolanthe, who invited her to take part in this impactful initiative. For Lindsay, this wasn’t just about making a donation—it was about taking real action. As a businesswoman in a female-dominated industry, she has always been passionate about empowering women and creating spaces where they can thrive. However, hearing the stories of these girls opened her eyes to the harsh realities that many face.

Lindsay was shocked by the stories of these girls and the fact that such things are still happening. She realized that many young girls around the world are trapped in abusive situations, without the resources or support they need to escape.

“I chose to support Free a Girl because I believe every girl deserves the opportunity to live a life free from fear and exploitation. No child should ever have to experience that kind of suffering, and I knew I wanted to do something meaningful to help,” said Lindsay.

Aiming for real change

Lindsay was deeply moved and disturbed by the heartbreaking stories of young girls trapped in horrific situations of abuse and exploitation. Hearing that children as young as 6 years old are sold into slavery and subjected to unimaginable suffering left a lasting impact on her.

“I was deeply shaken by the reality that these things are happening to innocent girls. Every child deserves safety and freedom, and I wanted to be part of the solution,” – Lindsay van der Looij.

The ‘Our Daughters, Our Future’ campaign sheds light on these girls’ stories, focusing not just on raising money but on helping real children escape these dreadful circumstances. These funds will help address the serious issues these girls face. Lindsay’s participation in the campaign was driven by the urgency of their stories and the desire to make a real impact. She has been fully committed to this cause from the start, dedicating herself entirely to raising both funds and awareness.

Together, we can do more

While reaching this €5,000 milestone is an incredible achievement, Lindsay knows that this is only the beginning. There are still so many girls who need our help. By raising awareness and continuing to support Free a Girl, Lindsay hopes to inspire more people to get involved and keep the momentum going.

“I am so proud to have been part of this meaningful cause, and together, we believe we can continue making a difference in these young girls’ lives.”

With love,
Lindsay van der Looij
Founder of Labareau