Human trafficking is a form of modern-day slavery in which traffickers use force, fraud, or coercion to control victims for the purpose of engaging in commercial sex acts or labor services against his/her will.

Human trafficking affects individuals across the world, including here in the United States, and is commonly regarded as one of the most pressing human rights issues of our time. Human trafficking affects every community in the United States across age, gender, ethnicity, and socio-economic backgrounds.

Tips for Responding to Potential Human Trafficking:

• Never confront a suspected trafficker or victim directly as you could be putting yours and the victim’s safety at serious risk

• Contact local law enforcement immediately