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.

The Solution To Human Trafficking Is Hiding In Plain Sight | The Daily Wire
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The Solution To Human Trafficking Is Hiding In Plain Sight | The Daily Wire

One in six teenage runaways become sex trafficking victims. Children, in fact, make up 20% of all trafficking victims. The statistics are staggering and tragic. They are motivating factors, though, in January being recognized as “Human Trafficking Awareness Month.” And while awareness is appreciated, it’s only the first step on the road to reform for a…

Madison County wraps up Human Trafficking Awareness Prevention Month
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Madison County wraps up Human Trafficking Awareness Prevention Month

Jan. 30—WAMPSVILLE, N.Y. — Human Trafficking Awareness Month will end in February but Madison County officials continue to combat the national problem of human trafficking on a local level. Those seeking may call 315-366-2548 option 5, or ask to speak to a School and Youth Development Coordinator. County services include the Safe Harbour Program, which…

Victim's Mother Shares Horrific Ordeal of Human Trafficking – NBC Boston
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Victim's Mother Shares Horrific Ordeal of Human Trafficking – NBC Boston

A teenager said she was drugged, sexually assaulted and trafficked after meeting a stranger on social media.  She’s one of the thousands of victims targeted across the country each year with cases happening behind closed doors in cities and small towns. The NBC10 Investigators spoke with the mother of the teen who survived this horrific…

Human Trafficking Awareness: Meet Lantern Rescue – HS Today
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Human Trafficking Awareness: Meet Lantern Rescue – HS Today

Lantern Rescue is a U.S. based 501c3 non-profit organization that rescues exploited, persecuted, and displaced individuals and families. Lantern Rescue works domestically and internationally to create sustainable partnerships with local government entities, international organizations, and military and law enforcement personnel. [embedded content] Ren is the Co-Founder and Vice President of Lantern Rescue, an international counter…

Two human trafficking survivors share their stories in hopes of helping others – Denver7
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Two human trafficking survivors share their stories in hopes of helping others – Denver7

DENVER — Natalee Skye Bingham and Angela Williams met in September 2017, and they marked the start of their friendship with a Snapchat filter selfie. That selfie would be the first of many in a long friendship built not only on an affinity for each other, but also on deeper pain. The two had an…

Assemblyman awarded for efforts to combat human trafficking – Paso Robles Daily News
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Assemblyman awarded for efforts to combat human trafficking – Paso Robles Daily News

District Attorney Special Commendation has only been awarded to two recipients since its inception – On Thursday, San Luis Obispo County District Attorney Dan Dow presented former Assemblyman Jordan Cunningham with the District Attorney Special Commendation Award during the Anti-Human Trafficking Task Force meeting. This special award was presented in recognition of Cunningham’s outstanding work in…

January is Human Trafficking Awareness Month – Newberry Observer
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January is Human Trafficking Awareness Month – Newberry Observer

January is recognized as slavery and national human trafficking awareness month. Despite the emphasis on national awareness and that slavery was officially abolished in 1865, via the passage of the 13th Amendment, many Americans are often unaware of what it is and are shocked to find that human trafficking, also known as modern-day slavery, is…

Groups work toward putting stop to human trafficking with 'Red Sand Project' – KWCH
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Groups work toward putting stop to human trafficking with 'Red Sand Project' – KWCH

WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) – In line with January being Human Trafficking Awareness Month, multiple community organizations in the Wichita area gathered near the Keeper of the Plains in Wichita Friday. Among them were those representing the Red Sand Project, an effort to raise awareness about human trafficking. The Red Sand Project is a creative movement…

Chautauqua County man accused of sex trafficking a minor – WKBW
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Chautauqua County man accused of sex trafficking a minor – WKBW

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WKBW) — The U.S. Attorney’s Office announced that 48-year-old William A. Quinones, of Mayville, was arrested and charged by criminal complaint with transportation of a minor with intent to engage in criminal sexual activity and sex trafficking of a minor. According to Assistant U.S. Attorney Aaron J. Mango, in July 2021 the Chautauqua…

St. Jude’s Ranch for Children hosts gala for Human Trafficking Awareness Month
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St. Jude’s Ranch for Children hosts gala for Human Trafficking Awareness Month

St. Jude’s Ranch for Children hosted its Mirror Mirror Reception at Caesar’s Palace on Thursday. The event highlighted resources for sex trafficking victims including the Healing Center. MORE ON NEWS 3 | Human trafficking in Las Vegas and raising awareness Guests joined in conversations to protect those most vulnerable by recognizing red flags, engaging in online…