Jai Daggett Named Executive Director of Street Grace Texas

Street Grace, a faith-based organization whose mission is to eradicate the Commercial Sexual Exploitation of Children (CSEC), has named Jai Daggett the new executive director for their Texas-based operations. A Houston native, Daggett has a lifelong commitment to serving the community.

In this role, Daggett will oversee development and daily operations in Houston while deepening advocacy efforts for the non-profit, which mobilizes community involvement to fight CSEC and drive awareness through training, providing resources, and education, particularly about the reduction in demand.

“We are thrilled to have Jai leading our Houston efforts and look forward to the passion and expertise he will bring to end demand and protect Houston’s children,” said Bob Rodgers, CEO of Street Grace. “The response of the Houston community since our launch in early 2019 has been very encouraging, and we look forward to the continued growth of our programs and initiatives to bring an end to this horrific crime.”

Street Grace was founded in 2009 by leaders of Atlanta’s faith community in response to the rising presence of CSEC in the city. Since then, the organization has made encouraging progress with a growing network of approximately 150 churches, more than 100 community partners, over 1,500 volunteers and an expanded presence across the U.S.

“We will never end CSEC and sex trafficking without intentionally, forcefully and strategically addressing demand,” said Rodgers, noting the illegal/underground sex economy is estimated to be a multi-billion-dollar business in the U.S. It is the fastest-growing and second-largest illegal business on the planet. “Our initiatives are intensely focused on prevention and the protection of all those who are vulnerable, as well as the pursuit of buyers with a focus on eliminating demand by removing the cloak of anonymity.”

Previously, Daggett worked for Fortune 50 companies in the medical industry for more than 14 years and is founder of Daggett Consulting Group. He serves on the Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Board as well as several other education, health and child welfare boards including: Southwest Charter Schools, The Christus Foundation, and Child Advocates. He dedicates his time to ensuring the success of his neighborhood’s annual National Night Out Event, a national community building campaign that promotes police-community partnerships. He is also a regular volunteer for the Watch D.O.G.S (Dads of Great Students), a nationally recognized program that uses the positive influence of fathers and father figures to be a presence in schools and serve as a positive role model for students.

Daggett earned his bachelor’s degree in political science from the University of Houston. He and his wife, Katie, reside in Houston with their two children. They are members of New Hope Church in Pearland where Daggett is also a volunteer.

About Street Grace

Street Grace is a faith-based organization that utilizes evidence-based demand reduction strategies to eradicate the Commercial Sexual Exploitation of Children (CSEC) through prevention, protection, policy and pursuit. CSEC is any sexual activity involving a minor for which something of value is given or promised. Learn more at streetgrace.org.