Training

Training is the process of acquiring knowledge, skills, or habits through instruction or practice. Training can take place in a variety of settings, such as schools, universities, or workplaces, and can be provided by teachers, trainers, or mentors. Training can be formal, with structured lessons and assessments, or informal, with hands-on experience or on-the-job learning. The purpose of training is to help individuals develop the abilities and competencies they need to perform a particular job or task effectively. Training can also help individuals improve their overall knowledge or skills, and can be an important part of personal and professional development.

 

 

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”…

Secretary of state talks human trafficking awareness with Waterloo Rotary Club
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Secretary of state talks human trafficking awareness with Waterloo Rotary Club

Andy Milone   WATERLOO — Human trafficking is a complex, international issue. But right here in Iowa, Secretary of State Paul Pate wants businesses and nonprofit organizations to know they can play a role by becoming aware of the signs and how to respond appropriately. He spoke to a crowd of about 50 people at…

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….

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…

Cannabis workers face death and exploitation. California is stepping in after Times investigation
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Cannabis workers face death and exploitation. California is stepping in after Times investigation

WEAVERVILLE, Calif.  — Acknowledging growing concern over the mistreatment of cannabis workers, California regulators have quietly assembled a team to pursue labor exploitation in the state’s burgeoning weed industry. The new unit, housed within the Department of Cannabis Control, recently solicited help from law enforcement agencies statewide to investigate cannabis operators who coerce or threaten workers,…

Most Sex Trafficking In Wyoming Is Family, Experts Say
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Most Sex Trafficking In Wyoming Is Family, Experts Say

To his mother, Charlie Falkis was a commodity. His exploitation began when he was 8. His mother and former stepfather were drug addicts who belonged to a motorcycle gang in Connecticut. When they ended up doing the drugs they were supposed to sell and were on the hook to the gang, his mother offered up…

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…

Survivor-led training to give close look at effects of human trafficking
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Survivor-led training to give close look at effects of human trafficking

NILES, Ohio (WKBN) – A training this week in Trumbull County aims to put the audience in the shoes of a victim of human trafficking. A division of Mahonic County Public Health called The Mahoning Valley Pathways HUB will host a Survivor Led Human Trafficking Awareness Training on Friday. The event will last from 10…

Legislation passed to regulate Florida human trafficking safehouses following 9 Investigates series
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Legislation passed to regulate Florida human trafficking safehouses following 9 Investigates series

There is a major update to 9 Investigates’ reporting on the lack of standards and inspections for human trafficking safehouses that serve adults. Wednesday night, a bill to regulate them was about to be sent to the governor’s desk. Advocates are citing Channel 9 investigative reporter Karla Ray’s reporting as the catalyst for this legislation moving…

Law enforcement on human trafficking – Spectrum News
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Law enforcement on human trafficking – Spectrum News

Editor’s note: Fourth in a five-part series on human trafficking in Wisconsin: Law enforcement’s view on human trafficking in Wisconsin. GREEN BAY, Wis. — The situation is difficult, complicated and it’s challenging to make much progress. That is the definition of a quagmire. It could also be used to define the human-trafficking crisis in Wisconsin. What You…