HUMAN TRAFFICKING
Human trafficking is modern day slavery. Men, women, and children of every race, nationality, and religion are sold, stolen, and bought throughout the world.
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Here are the facts:
About 45.8 million people are living in slavery today. (That's bigger than the population of California, Argentina, or Canada.)
Nearly every country on earth is affected, including the United States.
1% of victims are ever rescued.
Human trafficking is the fastest-growing crime in the world. It is an estimated $150 billion industry.
Every minute 2 children are trafficked.
75% of victims are women and girls.
25% of victims are children.
WHAT IS TRAFFICKING
Traffickers undertake ACTIVITY using MEANS for the PURPOSE of exploiting people.
HOW THEY'RE TRAFFICKED
There are many methods traffickers use to recruit victims. When we know how people are being trafficked, we are given the power to stop slavery before it starts.
SIGNS OF HUMAN TRAFFICKING
Human trafficking is a booming industry in America. Everyday in the United States children are being bought, sold, and exploited. And they are waiting for you to notice. But would you know it if you saw it....? Know these signs that identify a possible victim of slavery.
IF YOU SUSPECT HUMAN TRAFFICKING, ACT IMMEDIATELY
CALL THEÂ NATIONAL HUMAN TRAFFICKING HOTLINE. GET HELP. REPORT A TIP. REQUEST SERVICES. 24/7.
1 (888) 373-7888
SEND A TEXT FORÂ CRISIS SUPPORT, REFERRALS, ANDÂ MORE.
Text "BeFree" to (233733)
SEARCH FOR SERVICE PROVIDERS FOR TRAFFICKING VICTIMS IN THE U.S.
https://humantraffickinghotline.org/training-resources/referral-directory