How Does Human Trafficking Affect Us?

Human trafficking affects us in several ways. It undermines human rights and dignity, fuels organized crime, and contributes to the spread of infectious diseases. It also has significant social and economic costs, including reduced productivity, increased healthcare costs, and decreased social cohesion. Human trafficking also affects the mental health of its victims, causing them to suffer from depression, anxiety, and post-traumatic stress disorder.

How Can I Identify a Human Trafficking Victim?

Identifying a human trafficking victim is not always easy, but there are some signs to look out for. Here are three questions to help identify a potential victim:

1.  Are they afraid to speak or avoid eye contact?

2.  Do they appear to be under someone else's control or always accompanied by someone else?

3.  Are they unable to leave their work or living situation?

If you suspect that someone is a victim of human trafficking, it is important to report it to the proper authorities.

How to Help Prevent and Report Human Trafficking?

Preventing human trafficking starts with awareness and education. We can all play a role in preventing human trafficking by learning about the issue and sharing information with others. Here are three ways to help prevent and report human trafficking:

1.  Support organizations that work to prevent human trafficking and support victims.

2.  Be vigilant and report suspicious activity to the authorities.

3.  Learn to recognize the signs of human trafficking and report any suspicions to the National Human Trafficking Hotline at 1-888-373-7888.