Human Trafficking Awareness Month

Human Trafficking Awareness Month is an annual event that takes place in January in the United States. The purpose of this month is to raise awareness about the issue of human trafficking and to encourage individuals, organizations, and communities to take action to prevent it.

Human trafficking is a form of modern-day slavery that involves the use of force, fraud, or coercion to exploit individuals for labor or sexual exploitation. It can affect men, women, and children of all ages and can occur in any industry or community. It is a serious crime and a gross violation of human rights.

During Human Trafficking Awareness Month, there are often events and activities held to educate the public about the signs of human trafficking and how to report it. Many organizations also use this month to highlight their efforts to combat human trafficking and to advocate for stronger laws and policies to protect victims.

If you want to get involved in the fight against human trafficking, there are many ways you can make a difference. You can learn more about the issue, donate to organizations that work to prevent and combat human trafficking, or get involved in local advocacy efforts. You can also be vigilant and report any suspicious activity you may come across to the appropriate authorities. Together, we can work to end human trafficking and protect the human rights of all people.

'Human trafficking doesn't happen in a vacuum': Events to raise awareness this month – Yahoo News
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'Human trafficking doesn't happen in a vacuum': Events to raise awareness this month – Yahoo News

Jan. 3—In observance of National Human Trafficking Awareness Month, local governance and advocacy groups will host a series of events they believe will advance the public’s understanding of a complicated issue. “Human trafficking doesn’t happen in a vacuum,” said Dustin Contreras, co-director of Kern Coalition Against Human Trafficking, a local advocacy group composed of law…

Illinois recognizes January as Human Trafficking Awareness Month
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Illinois recognizes January as Human Trafficking Awareness Month

  January is Human Trafficking Awareness Month, and the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services is partnering with The Power Project to train group home and residential care facility staff across Illinois on how to identify, intervene and prevent human trafficking among their youth in treatment. Nearly 1,000 congregate care staff in 37 facilities…

Advocates address uphill challenges as Human Trafficking Awareness Month begins – Cleveland 19
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Advocates address uphill challenges as Human Trafficking Awareness Month begins – Cleveland 19

CLEVELAND, Ohio (WOIO) – On Monday, the Terminal Tower was lit up in blue to mark the beginning of Human Trafficking Awareness Month. As local advocates push for deeper conversations about the issue, Kirstie Mouncey, the president of the Collaborative to End Human Trafficking, suggested there are plenty of uphill challenges. “The problem with this…

Guest Editorial: It doesn't happen here … but it does
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Guest Editorial: It doesn't happen here … but it does

  It doesn’t happen here. We’re a small town. We know our neighbors. Our kids are safe. Human trafficking doesn’t happen here. But it does. It affects people who live in our community. It is a problem. TikTok, social media and online chat groups can all influence who is in contact with you, your family…

Local officials spread awareness on human trafficking
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Local officials spread awareness on human trafficking

HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) — January is Human Trafficking Awareness Month and officials are looking to raise awareness to assist victims. The Hamilton County Health Department posted online that “traffickers use force, fraud, or coercion to lure victims into forced labor, domestic servitude, or sexual exploitation.” The Tennessee Department of Health previously reported that the…

January is National Human Trafficking Awareness Month
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January is National Human Trafficking Awareness Month

(COLORADO) – January is the month dedicated to raising awareness of human trafficking throughout the U.S. and the world. On Friday, Dec. 30, 2022, the White House released a Presidential Proclamation recognizing the scourge of human trafficking and how it affects people. Highlighting the National Action Plan to Combat Human Trafficking that was released in…

January is Human Trafficking Awareness Month – know the signs
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January is Human Trafficking Awareness Month – know the signs

Photo by Hermes Rivera on Unsplash Information provided by Illinois Department of Children & Family Services CHICAGO, Ill. (January 1, 2023) – January is Human Trafficking Awareness Month, and the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) is partnering with The Power Project to train group home and residential care facility staff across Illinois…

Freedom Expo educating public to fight human trafficking
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Freedom Expo educating public to fight human trafficking

   If you encountered someone who you suspect might be a victim of human trafficking, would you know the signs to watch for and know what to do next? Freedom’s Journey is sponsoring its annual Freedom Expo this month to raise awareness about human trafficking and educate the public about how to combat it. “A…

Mayor proclaims January as Human Trafficking Awareness Month for Elizabethton
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Mayor proclaims January as Human Trafficking Awareness Month for Elizabethton

Published 12:41 pm Monday, December 19, 2022 Contributed Photo Elizabethton Mayor Curt Alexander presents a copy of the City of Elizabethton proclamation making January Human Trafficking Awareness Month to Gabi Smith who serves as a Community Liaison for the Community Coalition Against Human Trafficking. CONTRIBUTED BY CITY OF ELIZABETHTON PUBLIC RELATIONS Human trafficking is something…

Elba Council adopts proclamation for human trafficking awareness
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Elba Council adopts proclamation for human trafficking awareness

During the Dec. 12th meeting of the Elba City Council, Mayor Tom Maddox presented a proclamation recognizing the month of January to be Human Trafficking Awareness Month in the City of Elba. In presenting the proclamation, the mayor said, “fighting human trafficking is a shared responsibility.” Alabama’s Human Trafficking Awareness Month was first established in…