Each year thousands of young people in the us are trafficked
Common Risk Factors To Look For:
- Much older boyfriend
- increase in expensive personal items
- Does not make eye contact. seems fearful or submissive
- Drops friends/withdraws from school activities.
- Not in charge of their own documents (Drivers License, ID, Passport, etc.)
- Unexplained physical injuries/ bruises/burns.
- Signs of alcohol or drug abuse
- Homeless/Run Away
Where Does This Happen:
- Social Media (Facebook, Instagram, X, etc.)
- Coffee Shops
- Fairs/Amusement Parks
- Near Schools
- Anywhere teens gather
What To Do If You Suspect A Trafficking Victim:
- NEVER APPROACH a suspected trafficker!
REPORT IT!!
- If an emergency, call 911
- You can call the following agencies: National Trafficking Hotline
1-888-373-7888
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Where Does This Happen:
- Social Media (Facebook, Instagram, X, etc.)
- Coffee Shops
- Fairs/Amusement Parks
- Near Schools
- Anywhere teens gather
What To Do If You Suspect A Trafficking Victim:
- NEVER APPROACH a suspected trafficker!
REPORT IT!!
- If an emergency, call 911
- You can call the following agencies: National Trafficking Hotline
1-888-373-7888
Center for Missing and Exploited Children
1-800-843-5678
Homeland Security Investigations Tip Line
1-866-347-2423
- Talk to school resource officers, counselors or teachers
- Call local law enforcement
- Tell a trusted adult or family member
- Talk to friends/friends' parents
