Connecticut

One of the original 13 states, Connecticut is known as the “Constitution State.” It gets its name from an Algonquian word meaning “land on the long tidal river.” Hartford has been the capital of Connecticut since 1875 and the state flower is the mountain laurel.

Human trafficking is a serious issue that affects people all around the world, including in Connecticut. It is a form of modern slavery in which individuals are exploited for labor, sexual exploitation, or other purposes.

In Connecticut, human trafficking can take many forms, including forced labor, domestic servitude, and sexual exploitation. It often affects vulnerable populations, such as immigrants, children, and people who are homeless or in poverty.

If you suspect that someone you know may be a victim of human trafficking, there are steps you can take to help. You can report the situation to the National Human Trafficking Hotline at 1-888-373-7888 or by text at 233733. You can also contact local law enforcement or a trusted organization that provides services to victims of human trafficking. It is important to remember that the safety of the victim should be the top priority and to handle the situation with care and sensitivity.

 

 

Ghislaine Maxwell sentencing: Who will speak, where will she be imprisoned and how long …
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Ghislaine Maxwell sentencing: Who will speak, where will she be imprisoned and how long …

Ghislaine Maxwell will be sentenced on Tuesday following her conviction on five counts of sex trafficking. The 60-year old, a friend of presidents and princes, was found guilty in December of grooming and recruiting vulnerable underage girls for wealthy paedophile Jeffrey Epstein to sexually abuse in the 1990s and early 2000s. The victims Mr Epstein…

Greenwich Hospital nursing leader honored for fight against human trafficking – Greenwich Time
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Greenwich Hospital nursing leader honored for fight against human trafficking – Greenwich Time

Greenwich Hospital Chief Nursing Officer Anna Cerra was honored for her work to stop human trafficking during the sixth Annual International Nurses Day sponsored by Nurses with Global Impact. “I feel a great sense of accomplishment that we brought this critically important training to Italy where, unfortunately, human trafficking is rampant and only going to…

Why Summer Support is a Game-Changer
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Why Summer Support is a Game-Changer

During the summer, your support is crucial to help Love146 continue to journey with survivors of child trafficking year round. The season can be a joyful time for lots of fun activities, however, there is a darker side of summer for survivors of trafficking. There is less adult supervision in the summer, which traffickers and…

Ruger Shareholders Take A Stand: Human Rights Resolution Passes at Annual Meeting
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Ruger Shareholders Take A Stand: Human Rights Resolution Passes at Annual Meeting

Arnie Alpert Arnie Alpert is a retired activist, organizer, and community educator long involved in movements for social and economic justice. Arnie writes an occasional column Active with the Activists for InDepthNH.org. By Arnie Alpert, Active with the Activists With political officials seemingly unable or unwilling to do anything about mass shootings, leadership may be coming from an unexpected quarter: shareholders…

Bridgeport man accused of sexually assaulting teen gets five years – Connecticut Post
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Bridgeport man accused of sexually assaulting teen gets five years – Connecticut Post

BRIDGEPORT — A local man, who along with his grandmother was accused of sex trafficking a 14-year-old girl who had been the subject of a silver alert out of Hartford, was sentenced Wednesday to five years in prison. “To say this was a traumatic situation for the victim is an understatement,” Superior Court Judge Kevin…

Child Trafficking in Connecticut: What to Watch Out For – NBC Connecticut
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Child Trafficking in Connecticut: What to Watch Out For – NBC Connecticut

“Even when they’re angry and even when they’re yelling at you, you know their eyes are saying, ‘Please help me,’” an undercover FBI special agent said. It’s that look from child trafficking victims that keeps this undercover FBI special agent coming back to the job every day in Connecticut to catch and convict human traffickers….

State Agencies and Organizations That Combat Child Sex Trafficking and Exploitation
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State Agencies and Organizations That Combat Child Sex Trafficking and Exploitation

Seeking information on human trafficking training? PBJ Learning recommends Human Trafficking Essentials, where you can earn your Certificate of Mastery in less than an hour. The below information is reprinted from the Child Welfare Information Gateway. Child Welfare Information Gateway is a service of the Children’s Bureau, Administration for Children and Families, U.S. Department of Health and…

Former Massachusetts Resident Sentenced to 12 Years in Federal Prison
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Former Massachusetts Resident Sentenced to 12 Years in Federal Prison

A former Brockton, Massachusetts, resident was sentenced today to twelve years in prison for participating in a sex trafficking conspiracy. Matthew Engram, 35, had previously pleaded guilty to one count of conspiracy to commit sex trafficking by force, fraud and coercion; two counts of transportation of an individual for purposes of prostitution; and one count of…

Conducting Anti-Trafficking Work Using a Racial Equity Lens
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Conducting Anti-Trafficking Work Using a Racial Equity Lens

Recently, there was a request for information made by the US State Department’s Office to Combat Trafficking in Persons. The Senior Policy Operating Group (SPOG) asked for input from key stakeholders and community members on how it can advance racial justice and equity in work combatting human trafficking. We’re glad this request was made, and…