Human Trafficking Awareness
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Shedding Light On Human Trafficking
Welcome to our Human Trafficking Awareness hub. Here, we are dedicated to shedding light on the dark corners of human trafficking, fostering awareness, and empowering change. Join us in this crucial mission to combat exploitation, protect vulnerable individuals, and create a world where every person is free.
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What is human trafficking?
U.S. law defines human trafficking as the use of force, fraud, or coercion to compel a person into commercial sex acts or labor against their will.
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Human Trafficking
Sex Trafficking
Sex trafficking refers to the recruitment, harboring, transportation, provision, or obtaining of individuals through force, fraud, or coercion, with the intent of subjecting them to commercial sexual exploitation.
This crime involves the use of force, deception, or manipulation to exploit individuals to engage in sex acts against their will. Sex trafficking is a severe violation of human rights and often involves the exploitation of vulnerable individuals, including minors, for financial gain or other illicit purposes.
Labor Trafficking
Labor trafficking is a form of exploitation where individuals are recruited, harbored, transported, provided, or obtained through force, fraud, or coercion for forced labor or services. In labor trafficking, individuals are compelled to work under exploitative conditions, often in industries such as agriculture, construction, domestic work, or manufacturing.
The use of force, deception, or coercion is employed to control and manipulate victims, depriving them of their freedom and subjecting them to involuntary servitude. Labor trafficking is a violation of human rights and involves the exploitation of individuals for economic gain or other unjust advantages.
Human Trafficking Signs
Physical signs: abuse, lack of control over documents.
Behavioral signs: fear, isolation, avoidance.
Work and living conditions: inability to leave, long hours with little pay.
Control and monitoring: limited freedom, controlling third party.
Signs of exploitation: forced illegal activities, limited knowledge of location.
Poor mental health: depression, anxiety, fear of authorities.
Inconsistencies: conflicting stories, rehearsed responses.
If you suspect trafficking, report it to authorities or the National Human Trafficking Hotline (1-888-373-7888).
Crime Reporting
National Human Trafficking Hotline (U.S.):
Call the National Human Trafficking Hotline at 1-888-373-7888.
Text "HELP" or "INFO" to 233733 (BeFree).
Online Reporting (U.S.):
Visit the National Human Trafficking Hotline website (https://humantraffickinghotline.org/) to submit a report online.
Local Law Enforcement:
Contact your local law enforcement agency and provide them with the information.
Emergency Situations:
If there is an immediate danger, call emergency services by dialing 911.
International Reporting:
Contact local law enforcement or the relevant anti-trafficking organization in your country for international cases.
Observe and Document:
Note details such as physical descriptions, locations, and any suspicious activities.
Document vehicle information if applicable.
Maintain Privacy and Safety:
Do not intervene directly, as it may escalate the situation.
Prioritize the safety and privacy of the potential victim.
Remember to provide as much information as possible and cooperate with authorities. Reporting suspicions promptly can contribute to the protection and assistance of potential trafficking victims.
To contribute to addressing human trafficking, it's essential to comprehend the intricacies of this complex crime and the various ways people can become victims.
We provide free training and resources online to assist in gaining this understanding.
Human Trafficking Hotline 1-888-373-7888 | Text "BeFree" (233733) | Live Chat humantraffickinghotline.org
United States Statistics
These statistics DO NOT include unreported cases
Statistics
- According to the National Human Trafficking Hotline, there were 11,500 reported cases of human trafficking in the United States in 2020.
- The Polaris Project estimates that around 25 million people globally are victims of human trafficking, and the United States is a source, transit, and destination country for this crime.
- The International Labour Organization (ILO) estimates that human trafficking generates around $150 billion in illegal profits annually, with a significant portion coming from the United States.
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