Lesson 5 Summary and key points

Lesson 5 Learning Objectives Describe challenges that arise when working to end human trafficking. Recognize the role of key organizations and agencies.​ Lesson 5 Key Points There are many great people and organizations working on ending human trafficking—thousands even—all engaged in many types of efforts. Types of efforts active to end human trafficking include Public awareness and education Policy development …

Lesson 4 Summary and key points

Lesson 4 Learning Objectives Recognize red flags that may indicate human trafficking. Describe how to report suspected human trafficking. Lesson 4 Key Points Because of the many facets of human trafficking cases, understanding why an indicator, or sign, might connect to human trafficking is absolutely critical. This will help you to ask the right questions, notice important details, and respond …

Lesson 3 Summary and key points

Lesson 3 Learning Objectives Identify vulnerable populations and risk factors.​ Recognize the role of key organizations and agencies.​ Describe challenges that arise when working to end human trafficking. Lesson 3 Key Points Human trafficking happens everywhere and has no geographic borders; YET, at the same time, certain factors can lead to geographic trends in the prevalence of human trafficking The …

Lesson 2 Summary and key points

Lesson 2 Learning Objectives Distinguish common myths from facts. Identify vulnerable populations and risk factors.​ Define key factors that are behind trafficking behaviors. Compare and contrast local and global issues. Lesson 2 Key Points Human trafficking is often a result of compounding vulnerabilities, which can include: abuse, trauma, neglect, poverty, violence, family breakdown, homelessness, disability. Traffickers exploit vulnerabilities that many …

Lesson 1 Summary and key points

Lesson 1 Learning Objectives Define human trafficking. Distinguish common myths from facts. Lesson 1 Key Points A combination of key accepted definitions for human trafficking is: The sale of human beings for purposes of sexual exploitation, forced labor or services, or organ trafficking. Human trafficking is a pervasive crime that profits billions of dollars by exploiting millions of people. Having …

Am I still needed?

Yes—In fact, you are critical.Even with the individuals and groups involved in efforts to prevent and end human trafficking, it is absolutely critical that each person engages in the fight by discovering what you can do—exactly where you are, right now—in your unique position to this issue and those around you. Now that you know about human trafficking Are you …

What types of efforts exist to end human trafficking?

There are many great people and organizations working on ending human trafficking—thousands even—all engaged in many types of efforts. Let’s take a look at some of these efforts: Types of efforts active to end human traffickingPublic awareness and education Policy development and systemic change Regional task forces Prevention and community strengthening First responders and law enforcement Recovery operations Reintegration support …

How can I learn more from the perspective of someone who has been through human trafficking?

An important way to gain a comprehensive understanding of human trafficking is to learn from the personal stories and testimonies of survivors themselves. Hearing or reading first-hand accounts from an individual about his or her experience will increase your understanding of what human trafficking is and how you can help. Keep in mind that there is no single “survivor perspective,” …

Story: Carla plans to leave her family

Carla plans to leave her familyFor several months, Carla goes out many nights and weekends for her “study group”–nights when she is sold for sex repeatedly. Her mother notices the absences but does not ask questions. Carla becomes withdrawn from others. At the end of those first months, she tells her family she is moving out and quitting school to …