Human Trafficking involves the use of force, fraud, or coercion to obtain some type of labor or commercial sex act. Every year, millions of men, women, and children are trafficked worldwide including right here in the United States. It can happen in any community and victims can be any age, race, gender, or nationality.

Traffickers might use the following methods to lure victims into trafficking situations:

Language barriers, fear of their traffickers, and/or fear of law enforcement frequently keep victims from seeking help, making Human Trafficking a hidden crime. If you think you know anyone who falls under the categories listed below, encourage them to visit this website.

Traffickers look for people who they think are easy targets for a variety of reasons, including: