Trafficking Hotline

A trafficking hotline is a telephone service that provides information, support, and assistance to individuals who have experienced human trafficking or who are at risk of being trafficked. Trafficking hotlines are typically run by non-profit organizations, government agencies, or other organizations that are dedicated to combating human trafficking. They may be operated locally, regionally, or nationally, depending on the specific needs and resources of the area. Trafficking hotlines are typically confidential and anonymous, and they may offer services such as crisis counseling, referrals to support services, and legal assistance. Trafficking hotlines can be an important resource for individuals who are seeking help and support in escaping from trafficking situations.

Cartel-backed pot grows linked to human trafficking, inhumane working conditions
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Cartel-backed pot grows linked to human trafficking, inhumane working conditions

Editor’s note: I just returned from northern California (6/2023), speaking with experts with ties into the situation with legal growers. Human trafficking is happening in legal and illegal cannabis farms.  TRINITY COUNTY, Calif. — If you buy weed illegally, you unwittingly could be supporting Mexican cartels and other criminal syndicates that lure workers to farms…

Mercy Health-St. Rita’s employees take part in human trafficking awareness training
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Mercy Health-St. Rita’s employees take part in human trafficking awareness training

LIMA, OH (WLIO) – During their trafficking situation, up to 88% of victims seek health care, but not all healthcare professionals may feel prepared to recognize the signs or attend to the needs of victims. To prevent this, Mercy Health-St. Rita’s organized a training seminar called “Engaging in Human Trafficking Scenarios: Awareness, Screening, and Intervention”…

Marine lieutenant colonel stymies alleged human-trafficking ring in DC suburb
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Marine lieutenant colonel stymies alleged human-trafficking ring in DC suburb

A Marine Reserve officer’s quick thinking is credited with busting a gang’s alleged human-trafficking operation in Alexandria, Va., where the lieutenant colonel was staying during a recent drill weekend in nearby Washington, according to service officials. The Marine Corps dubbed the lieutenant colonel “a hero” in a news release this week announcing he had been…

20+ Sex Trafficking Statistics in 2023
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20+ Sex Trafficking Statistics in 2023

Editor’s note: Reminder that all human trafficking statistics are difficult to gather, since it is a crime. We present the best information we can find, but data changes frequently and is often influenced by the group collecting the information and the amount of funding available.  Sex trafficking is a modern-day form of slavery that occurs…

Richmond Police names new LGBTQ+ community liaison
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Richmond Police names new LGBTQ+ community liaison

By Anna Chen The governor recently signed a bill that will require public higher education institutions to develop and implement a human trafficking awareness and prevention training program for first-year students to take during orientation.  Del. Emily Brewer, R-Isle of Wight, introduced House Bill 1555 which was signed into law on March 17 by Gov….

DPS: 30 children found in human trafficking operation
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DPS: 30 children found in human trafficking operation

MIDLAND-ODESSA, Texas (KOSA) – On Tuesday May 9, Texas Department of Public Safety Criminal Investigations Division (CID) ran a missing and exploited child operation and found a total of 30 children. The age of youngest child recovered was 13 years of age. Law enforcement’s goal was to find or recover children reported missing in Midland…

Bangor to light up blue for Human Trafficking Awareness and Prevention Month & Stalking Awareness and Prevention Month
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Bangor to light up blue for Human Trafficking Awareness and Prevention Month & Stalking Awareness and Prevention Month

BANGOR, Maine (WABI) – January is Human Trafficking Awareness and Prevention Month as well as Stalking Awareness and Prevention Month The city of Bangor is spreading the word by lighting up with the color blue as part of the Blue Light Project. Partners for Peace and Penquis are offering trainings on the subject to any…

Bill continues to advance adding human trafficking prevention training for Hoosier truckers
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Bill continues to advance adding human trafficking prevention training for Hoosier truckers

INDIANAPOLIS (WTHI) – A bill continues to advance that adds a human trafficking training requirement for Hoosiers pursuing their commercial driver’s licenses. Tuesday morning, the Senate Homeland Security and Transportation Committee unanimously passed House Bill 1196. The legislation aims to inform truck drivers of the signs of human trafficking. Under it, drivers would watch a…

Speaker: Sex trafficking not just an over there problem – Hays Post
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Speaker: Sex trafficking not just an over there problem – Hays Post

Sister Margaret Nacke of U S. Catholic Sisters Against Human Trafficking speaks to a group Wednesday night in Victoria. Photo by Cristina Janney/Hays Post By CRISTINA JANNEYHays Post Although human trafficking is illegal in every country in the world, it is the fastest-growing criminal industry, worth more than $152 billion a year. Margaret Nacke, a Sister of…

First Lady reminds Kentuckians to be vigilant about human trafficking on ColumbiaMagazine.com
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First Lady reminds Kentuckians to be vigilant about human trafficking on ColumbiaMagazine.com

First Lady reminds Kentuckians to be vigilant about human trafficking From Crystal Staley/Scottie Ellis Frankfort, KY – First Lady Britainy Beshear joined human trafficking prevention advocates at the Team Kentucky Update on April 27, 2023 to raise awareness about human trafficking in the commonwealth and to remind Kentuckians how to report sex and labor trafficking….