Online Platform

An online platform is a digital medium that allows users to access various services and engage in activities over the internet. These platforms can serve various purposes, including social networking, e-commerce, entertainment, education, and information sharing. In the context of human trafficking, online platforms have become a major tool for traffickers to recruit, exploit, and control victims. These platforms can include social media sites, chat rooms, online classifieds, and other websites where users can post advertisements and solicit services. Online platforms have also become a key tool for advocates and law enforcement to raise awareness about human trafficking, provide resources for victims, and track and prevent trafficking activities. Effective responses to human trafficking require a comprehensive approach that includes strategies to address online exploitation and abuse.

 

 

Back to School Safety Checklist for Parents – Protect Children Against Human Trafficking
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Back to School Safety Checklist for Parents – Protect Children Against Human Trafficking

Bullying, school shootings, COVID-19 outbreaks and sex trafficking are all very real fears for the parents and caregivers of today’s youth. As school kicks off around the country here are 10 things you can do to protect your child from human trafficking: 1. Basics Once your child is able to, they should know their parent’s…

Hope for Justice and the Young Living Foundation launch free e-learning course to help keep kids safe online
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Hope for Justice and the Young Living Foundation launch free e-learning course to help keep kids safe online

This article is reprinted from its original location at Hope for Justice‘s website. It was pulled from their RSS feed for your education. Visit Hope for Justice’s news page by clicking here. With children spending more and more time online, the risks of online enticement and online sexual exploitation are becoming ever greater. The U.S….

Ukrainian refugees are targets for human trafficking – the US can help – The Hill
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Ukrainian refugees are targets for human trafficking – the US can help – The Hill

In May, the European Union conducted a “hackathon” where they reviewed various online platforms to look for signs of trafficking. After combing through dating sites, housing and job sites, and advertisements claiming to help Ukrainian refugees, law enforcement ended up finding leads to several potential traffickers and victims. Similarly, a Facebook group designed to connect refugees with housing in…

Human Traffickers Luring Ukrainian Refugees on the Web Targeted in EU-Wide Hackathon
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Human Traffickers Luring Ukrainian Refugees on the Web Targeted in EU-Wide Hackathon

14 EU Member States joined forces during a joint action day to identify human traffickers searching for Ukrainian victims online The European Multidisciplinary Platform Against Criminal Threats (EMPACT) coordinated an online joint action day on May 23 which targeted criminal networks grooming Ukrainian refugees for sexual and labour exploitation via websites and social media platforms….

11 Men Arrested in Sting Operation Targeting Human Trafficking through Prostitution in Dubuque
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11 Men Arrested in Sting Operation Targeting Human Trafficking through Prostitution in Dubuque

Click a link below to jump to a particular article or scroll down to read the whole blog post. 11 Men Arrested in Prostitution Sting in Dubuque The NAHT Needs Your Help to Ensure the Iowa Legislature Passes the Safe Harbor Bill (HF 2464) New Human Trafficking Trainer at Iowa Law Enforcement Academy Iowa Faith-Based…

Technology and Human Trafficking: Does technology need to be cancelled?
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Technology and Human Trafficking: Does technology need to be cancelled?

31 January 2022 The spread of technology across the globe has been an unstoppable force since its creation and it is increasingly being used in every facet of life, including the world of crime. Human trafficking has not escaped this trend, and this technology is now playing a central role in the recruitment, sale, and coercion of victims. The use of technology for…

The Impact of the Pandemic on Human Trafficking
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The Impact of the Pandemic on Human Trafficking

Vienna (Austria) 8 July 2021  A new study released today by the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) illustrates the devastating impact of COVID-19 on victims and survivors of human trafficking and highlights the increased targeting and exploitation of children.

The Impact of Covid on Client Relationships
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The Impact of Covid on Client Relationships

It’s no surprise COVID has changed every way we (at Community Coalition Against Human Trafficking) operate this last year. From personal to professional, a great deal of change has been forced on most of us in more ways than we anticipated. This has been abundantly true in my experience, as well. In a field where face to face interaction is about 90% of your work, not being able to meet with clients in person was definitely one of the greatest challenges I faced in 2020.