Hospitality

Hospitality refers to the provision of accommodations, food, and other services to travelers, tourists, and other guests. Hospitality is a large and diverse industry that includes a range of businesses and organizations, such as hotels, resorts, restaurants, and other types of accommodation.

The hospitality industry is known for its focus on customer service and providing guests with a high level of comfort and convenience. Hospitality businesses often strive to create a welcoming and enjoyable experience for their guests, and they may offer a variety of amenities and services, such as fitness centers, spas, and recreational facilities.

The hospitality industry is an important contributor to many economies around the world, and it plays a key role in the tourism sector. Hospitality workers, including front desk staff, housekeeping staff, and food and beverage staff, are responsible for ensuring that guests have a pleasant and enjoyable experience during their stay.

 

 

More than 40 human trafficking lawsuits filed against hotel companies | 10tv.com
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More than 40 human trafficking lawsuits filed against hotel companies | 10tv.com

“It’s a problem that’s been in the hospitality industry forever,” Steven Babin, the attorney who filed the lawsuit, said. COLUMBUS, Ohio — More than 40 individual human trafficking lawsuits have been filed against hotel companies through attorney Steven Babin and his law firm, Babin Law. “This is one of the most horrendous things that’s happening…

PBJ Learning Announces New Online Human Trafficking Prevention and Awareness Course
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PBJ Learning Announces New Online Human Trafficking Prevention and Awareness Course

Texas Hospitality Industry Awareness TX HB 390: New Training Program to Combat Human Trafficking in the Hospitality Industry AUSTIN, Texas – April 18, 2023 — The Texas Office of the Attorney General (OAG) has approved a new training program aimed at combating human trafficking in the hospitality industry. Texas Hospitality Industry Awareness TX HB 390 is an annual,…

RG24seven to run human trafficking courses
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RG24seven to run human trafficking courses

RG24seven, the training platform for gaming employees, has partnered with the US Department of Homeland Security Blue Campaign to provide a series of human trafficking awareness training courses. These training courses – and all of RG24seven’s training content – are entirely free to use for gaming company employees. Wendy Anderson, CEO of RG24seven, stated: “We…

A survivor's story: Rebecca Bender escaped trafficking and now works to stop it | Local News
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A survivor's story: Rebecca Bender escaped trafficking and now works to stop it | Local News

By MIKE McINALLY Wallowa County Chieftain | Apr 11, 2023 ENTERPRISE — Don’t tell Rebecca Bender that human trafficking is just a big-city problem. She knows better. She’s lived it. For six years, Bender, who grew up in Grants Pass, was manipulated and controlled by her trafficker. They met in Eugene, where he persuaded Bender,…

Sara Boyns, Workplace Law: Human trafficking awareness posting and training requirements
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Sara Boyns, Workplace Law: Human trafficking awareness posting and training requirements

Question: As a new small business owner in the hospitality industry, I heard I might have to comply with training, reporting and posting requirements concerning human trafficking. Is this true? If so, what are my legal obligations? Answer: In California specific businesses and establishments are required to post a notice in a conspicuous place near…

Forum tackles issue of human trafficking
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Forum tackles issue of human trafficking

Arizona Daily Star Preventing and stopping human trafficking is the focus of a free, day-long forum on April 15. The forum, hosted by the Rotary Club of Marana in partnership with Rotary District 5500 Peacebuilder Clubs, will feature people who work in human trafficking prevention and victim services locally, statewide and nationally. “Awareness, Hope, Action:…

Understanding and Pursuing Labor Trafficking Cases Collaboratively – MDPI
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Understanding and Pursuing Labor Trafficking Cases Collaboratively – MDPI

1. Introduction The Trafficking Victims Protection Act (TVPA) was introduced in 2000, defining sex and labor trafficking and creating criminal statutes to facilitate investigations, prosecutions, and provide victim services in the United States [1]. Despite the TVPA, most local law enforcement agencies required years to begin investigating street level prostitution and residential brothels as potential…

Human Trafficking Statistics By Age, Venue, Type and Region – Enterprise Apps Today
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Human Trafficking Statistics By Age, Venue, Type and Region – Enterprise Apps Today

Introduction Human Trafficking Statistics: Today, we reside in a modern world but yet there is not a single day when illegal activities do not happen. Unfortunately, illegal activities are focused more on girls and women. Sexual violence in such cases badly affects their physical, emotional as well as mental health. And surprisingly, even developed countries…

COYOTE RI: Support immunity for sex workers reporting crimes – Uprise RI
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COYOTE RI: Support immunity for sex workers reporting crimes – Uprise RI

Have you ever thought sex workers and sex trafficking survivors should be able to go to police and report crimes like sex trafficking, kidnapping, or assault without being arrested for prostitution? House Bill 6064, introduced on March 3rd, attempts to make that a reality, and it needs your support. The Nuts and Bolts This is…