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Human Trafficking
a true story
What is Human Trafficking?
"Human trafficking involves the use of force, fraud, or coercion to obtain some type of labor or commercial sex act. Every year, millions of men, women, and children are trafficked worldwide – including right here in the United States. It can happen in any community and victims can be any age, race, gender, or nationality. Traffickers might use the following methods to lure victims into trafficking situations: Violence Manipulation False promises of well-paying jobs Romantic relationships Language barriers, fear of their traffickers, psychological manipulation, and/or fear of law enforcement frequently keep victims from seeking help, often making human trafficking a hidden crime. Traffickers look for people who are easy targets for a variety of reasons, including: Psychological or emotional vulnerability Economic hardship Lack of a social safety net Natural disasters Political instability The trauma caused by the traffickers can be so great that many may not identify themselves as victims or ask for help, even in highly public settings." (Source: dhs.gov/blue-campaign)
Did You Know?
Human trafficking is not just an "over there" problem. It is a "right here" problem.
Every single ZIP code
Trafficking has been reported in every. single. zip code in our state.
Multi billion dollar industry
Trafficking is a multi billion dollar industry, fueled by teh demand of "customers" (and that demand is rising).
Target the most vulnerable
Traffickers target the most vulnerable. Most victims have a history of childhood abuse, neglect, and loss.
Top recruiters
A victim of human trafficking most likely knows their trafficker. Family members, intimate partners, and employers are the top recruiters.
High recidivism rate
There is a high recidivism rate of survivors who have gotten out of the life, only to find themselves turning back to the familiar patterns due to lack of long-term support.
Overworked and exhausted
Those working in the human trafficking field are overworked and exhausted, often suffering with the very real effects of secondary trauma
Yes, the world of human trafficking is dark, but we believe there is HOPE for RENEWAL and RESTORATION!
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