Anti-Human Trafficking Reporting, Training, Information, and Resources
Who is most likely to be the victim of human trafficking?
In the United States, we tend to see younger people, especially women being trafficked. These individuals tend to be from minority communities such as the Native American tribes, people with disabilities, and undocumented migrants. There are also many people in the LGBTQA community being trafficked. Further, research shows that 38% of trafficking victims have mentioned that they traveled by plane during their exploitation. 63% indicated using mass transit while being trafficked. 26% reported that public and mass transportation was a key factor in their efforts to escape.
Human trafficking signs
Traffickers often exhibit the following behaviors or characteristics:
- Significantly older than companions
- Is vague about his/her profession
- Jealous, controlling, and violent behavior
- Very touchy, doesn’t want to let the victim out of their sight/arms
- Promise things that seem too good to be true
- Promises that what they’re doing is a good idea/ for the better
- Buys expensive gifts or has expensive items
- Makes the victim feel responsible for his/her financial stability
- Open about financial matters
- Encourages inappropriate sexual behavior
- Pushy or demanding about sex
Warning signs that an individual may be being trafficked:
- Older partner or new friends with a different lifestyle
- Physical abuse such as burn marks, bruises, or cuts
- Withdrawn, depressed, distracted, or checked out
- Dressed less appropriately or new expensive clothes, shoes, or accessories
- New tattoo:
- Tattoos are often used by traffickers as a way to brand victims. Look for tattoos of a barcode, name, or symbol of money. These tattoo designs could indicate trafficking.
- Brags about making or having lots of money
- Sexualized behavior
What you should do:
- Call 911
- Tell a staff member about the situation you’ve noticed
- You can call any of these numbers for help:
- National Human Trafficking Hotline
- 1-888-373-7888
National Human Trafficking Hotline
The National Human Trafficking Hotline is a national, anti-trafficking hotline and resource center serving victims and survivors of human trafficking. The toll-free hotline is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year.
The National Runaway Switchboard
1-800-RUNAWAY
The National Runaway Switchboard is a federally-designated national communication system for homeless and runaway youth. From the hotline and online services, you can find crisis intervention, referrals to local resources, and education and prevention services to youth, families, and community members throughout the U.S. 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
National Center for Missing & Exploited Children
1-800-843-5678
As the nation’s comprehensive reporting center for all issues related to the prevention of and recovery from child victimization, NCMEC leads the fight against abduction, abuse, and exploitation.
Report and get resources for human trafficking
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