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Welcome to the Blue Campaign’s General Public Indicators Training Course. The course is divided into four main parts along with an introduction and conclusion. The main parts are: What is Human Trafficking? Indicators of Human Trafficking Reporting Suspected Human Trafficking Scenarios ( Video by Blue Campaign/Released) Date: Feb 09, 2022
Resource organizations we met at past MHT training:
Waypoint, Help Along the Way (Formerly Child and Family Services)
Human Trafficking Task Force
www.waypointnh.org
Darlene Pawlik, Prolife Speaker
I was conceived by rape, grew up feeling worth less than others as a result of child sexual abuse and was a target of human trafficking at 13, sold into prostitution on my 14th birthday, faked an abortion to get free from the man holding me. I pledged my life to God and married a wonderful man, raised five great children and now have two grandchildren.
www.theDarlingPrincess.com
Angels at 30,000 feet – Sherry Peters (founder)
Angels At 30,000 Ft (AA30) is a wide-spread campaign and training curriculum for airport employees and flight crews on the subject of human trafficking. AA30 additionally connects those interested with local anti-human trafficking organizations and safe houses, and encourages them to utilize their own gifts and talents to join the fight against human trafficking.
www.angelsat30000ft.com
Video Series: Look Beneath the Surface – Human Trafficking in the US – click here
DHS Blue Campaign
https://www.dhs.gov/blue-campaign/what-human-trafficking
Human trafficking is modern-day slavery and involves the use of force, fraud, or coercion to obtain some type of labor or commercial sex act.
Every year, millions of men, women, and children are trafficked in countries around the world, including the United States. It is estimated that human trafficking generates many billions of dollars of profit per year, second only to drug trafficking as the most profitable form of transnational crime.
Human trafficking is a hidden crime as victims rarely come forward to seek help because of language barriers, fear of the traffickers, and/or fear of law enforcement.
Traffickers use force, fraud, or coercion to lure their victims and force them into labor or commercial sexual exploitation. They look for people who are susceptible for a variety of reasons, including psychological or emotional vulnerability, economic hardship, lack of a social safety net, natural disasters, or political instability. The trauma caused by the traffickers can be so great that many may not identify themselves as victims or ask for help, even in highly public settings.
Many myths and misconceptions exist. Recognizing key indicators of human trafficking is the first step in identifying victims and can help save a life. Not all indicators listed are present in every human trafficking situation, and the presence or absence of any of the indicators is not necessarily proof of human trafficking.
The safety of the public as well as the victim is paramount. Do not attempt to confront a suspected trafficker directly or alert a victim to any suspicions. It is up to law enforcement to investigate suspected cases of human trafficking.
ARTICLES
Police: Human Trafficking on the Rise in New Hampshire
Union Leader – April 9, 2018
Human Trafficking in New Hampshire
NHPR – The Exchange April 27, 2018
AWARENESS VIDEOS
The dramatized scenarios depict indicators of sex trafficking — a crime committed when a trafficker uses force, fraud, or coercion to compel another person to perform commercial sex acts. Human trafficking victims are often invisible because we do not recognize indicators of human trafficking. Identifying signs of human trafficking and reporting a tip may save a life.
Human Trafficking and Native Communities
This video depicts what human trafficking can look like in Native communities including recruiting tactics used by traffickers. The video ends with a comprehensive overview of how to recognize and report human trafficking.
Click here to visit page with the full Ericka Series Videos…
The following is a list of potential red flags and indicators of human trafficking to help you recognize the signs. If you see any of these red flags, contact the National Human Trafficking Hotline at 1-888-373-7888 for specialized victim services referrals or to report the situation. Click here to learn more about reporting potential human trafficking situations.
The presence of these red flags is an indication that further assessment may be necessary to identify a potential human trafficking situation. This list is not exhaustive and represents only a selection of possible indicators. Also, the red flags in this list may not be present in all trafficking cases and are not cumulative. Indicators reference conditions a potential victim might exhibit.
Common Work and Living Conditions:
- Is not free to leave or come and go as he/she wishes
- Is in the commercial sex industry and has a pimp / manager
- Is unpaid, paid very little, or paid only through tips
- Works excessively long and/or unusual hours
- Is not allowed breaks or suffers under unusual restrictions at work
- Owes a large debt and is unable to pay it off
- Was recruited through false promises concerning the nature and conditions of his/her work
- High security measures exist in the work and/or living locations (e.g. opaque windows, boarded up windows, bars on windows, barbed wire, security cameras, etc.)
Poor Mental Health or Abnormal Behavior:
- Is fearful, anxious, depressed, submissive, tense, or nervous/paranoid
- Exhibits unusually fearful or anxious behavior after bringing up law enforcement
- Avoids eye contact
Poor Physical Health:
- Lacks medical care and/or is denied medical services by employer
- Appears malnourished or shows signs of repeated exposure to harmful chemicals
- Shows signs of physical and/or sexual abuse, physical restraint, confinement, or torture
Lack of Control:
- Has few or no personal possessions
- Is not in control of his/her own money, no financial records, or bank account
- Is not in control of his/her own identification documents (ID or passport)
- Is not allowed or able to speak for themselves (a third party may insist on being present and/or translating)
Other:
- Claims of just visiting and inability to clarify where he/she is staying/address
- Lack of knowledge of whereabouts and/or of what city he/she is in
- Loss of sense of time
- Has numerous inconsistencies in his/her story
Note: According to federal law, any minor under the age of 18 engaging in commercial sex is a victim of sex trafficking, regardless of the presence of force, fraud, or coercion.
If you believe you are a victim of human trafficking or may have information about a potential trafficking situation, please contact the National Human Trafficking Hotline. If you or someone you know is in immediate danger, please call 911.
https://www.facebook.com/endtraffickingnh/
What You Can Do…
Use Blue Campaign materials to raise awareness among your constituency.
Visit our webpage: www.dhs.gov/bluecampaign.
“Like” us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/bluecampaign.
If you suspect that a person may be a victim of human trafficking, please call the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, Homeland Security Investigations Tip-line at 1-866-347-2423. You can also report online at www.ice.gov/tips.
Toolkits
The Blue Campaign creates a variety of toolkits for various communities to raise awareness against the heinous crime of human trafficking. These toolkits provide an overview of human trafficking, how it affects the community, provides information to recognize and report suspected incidents of human trafficking, and posters for display.
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 Student Advocate Toolkit (English) |
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| Hospitality Toolkit (English) |
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| Hospitality Toolkit (Spanish) |
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| Transportation Toolkit (English) |
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| Faith-Based & Community Toolkit (English) |
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Nurse Practitioner Online Resources
Videos
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security hosts this video, which goes over the basics of human trafficking and its effects on the world at large.
Learn about the signs of human trafficking and those you might miss in this video from the Peel Regional Police, which is just over three minutes long.
Unchained: The Scourge of Human Trafficking
David Strathairn narrates this 26-minute video that looks at the dangers of human trafficking and shares stories from survivors who escaped.
Human Trafficking Awareness at Airports
In just five minutes, this video shows you how to spot the signs of human trafficking when you travel for work or fun and pass through airports.
Human Trafficking Truck Stop Animated Video
Another video from Homeland Security, this one shows how human trafficking can occur at a truck stop and what viewers should do next.
Human Trafficking Survivor Stories
Amanda and Carrie are just a few of the human trafficking survivors who shared their stories in this video to help others escape similar situations.
Faces of Human Trafficking: An Introduction
The Office for Victims of Crime wants to help you put a face to the name of trafficking survivors, which is why it posted this video where survivors talk about their experiences.
FBI Seattle Discusses the Myths of Human Trafficking
You can watch this video online and download a copy to hear members of the Seattle FBI go over some of the common myths associated with human trafficking.
Podcasts
In this podcast, WYSO Public Media discusses the work that advocates do to raise awareness of human trafficking using their limited resources.
Dr. Sandra Morgan hosts the Ending Human Trafficking podcast, which has more than 300 episodes dedicated to topics like how to keep kids safe online.
Mobilizing the Fight Against Human Trafficking
The human trafficking problem in Houston and its possible solutions, along with the connection between trafficking and foster care, are issues addressed in this podcast.
Insight Into Human Trafficking
This podcast from the University of Notre Dame offers insights from a professor in the university’s business department on why human trafficking exists.
The Global Center for Women and Justice launched Ending Human Trafficking to cover all aspects of human trafficking through discussions with leading professionals.
Human Trafficking – True Crime
Listen to stories of genuine human trafficking victims who share their stories with this podcast to discover the traumatic experiences they had.
Trafficked: The Trap: Part One
Many people have a hard time understanding how people become victims of human trafficking, but this podcast goes over the traps they set to attract them.
With more than 300 episodes, this podcast covers dozens of topics, such as how government agencies fight back and how medical professionals should respond.
Hearing the Voices of Human Trafficking Victims
Hear directly from the victims and survivors of human trafficking as they talk about their experiences and share their stories with this podcast.
Unseen: The Traffickd Truth Podcast
Unseen is a podcast dedicated to sexual trafficking that features stories from survivors and tells you about cases the popular media didn’t cover.
College Students
Human Trafficking on College Campuses: What it Looks Like and Resources for Police, Students
Campus Safety worked with Maraya Lasinsky to go over what human trafficking looks like and how both police and students can find out more.
Human Trafficking – Higher Education
In this piece, you’ll find out why human trafficking is so common on some campuses and what resources are available from major organizations.
Campus Human Trafficking Prevention Toolkit
Released by an organization in North Carolina, this toolkit offers practical information, such as the myths behind human trafficking and the trades where it’s the most common.
Student Shares Sex Trafficking Story to Raise Awareness, Help Students
Read about Sarah here, a victim of sex trafficking who made her way out and spoke to students at the University of South Carolina about her experiences.
Do College Students Have a Lack of Awareness Around Human Trafficking?
In her thesis, Tessa Cavender discusses the lack of awareness college students have about human trafficking and what it might mean for their futures.
From Blue Campaign, this toolkit supplies college and university students with tips on how they can raise awareness of trafficking and protect other students.
Helping Your College Student Recognize Human Traffickers
Mind Site News created a simple article to help parents talk with their kids about human trafficking on college campuses and how they can stay safe.
Yes, College Students Can Be Human Trafficking Victims
Karley Gordon describes how college students become trafficking victims and addresses the red flags that should make them think twice when meeting new people.
Organizations
The Polaris Project gives hope to trafficking victims and survivors through information about human trafficking along with research into the subject and public awareness campaigns.
Operation Underground Railroad
Taking a page from the Underground Railroad, the OUR fights to end human trafficking and sexual exploitation through programs that helped save more than 7,000 people.
Freedom Network USA is a significant coalition comprised of legal professionals and others who offer training and run advocacy programs to end human trafficking.
National Human Trafficking Hotline
This hotline has people ready to answer the phones 24/7 to help victims and assist those who believe they saw human trafficking in their areas.
Located in the Midwest and Florida, this organization offers programs that include raising awareness of the topic and teaching prevention methods to others.
The Exodus Road shares real stories from human trafficking survivors and helps you learn about the organization’s work in the US and other nations.
Health, Education, Advocacy, Linkage
Better known as HEAL, this nonprofit offers counseling for survivors and victims, resources like a digital toolkit, and speakers who will come to your community.
Center for Prevention of Abuse
The Center for Prevention of Abuse believes in stopping all forms of abuse through free resources for those who want to help others and those who need immediate help.
Administration for Children & Families Office on Trafficking in Persons
This organization wants to inform and educate the general public on human trafficking, which it does through an academy and special programs for survivors.
Alliance to End Human Trafficking
The Alliance to End Human Trafficking offers a ton of resources and services that include some, like counseling and educational programs for survivors.
Collaborative to End Human Trafficking
Find free online resources from this organization and programs for survivors and others that provide them with free training and education.
United Against Human Trafficking
Join United Against Human Trafficking to learn about their direct programs, as well as those designed to help young people avoid human trafficking situations.