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Pornography and Sex Trafficking (Part 1)
Michael James Pratt landed himself on the FBI’s Top 10 Most Wanted list. He was the owner and operator of the well-known “GirlsDoPorn” website. Hundreds of women were victimized through this sex trafficking operation based out of San Diego, California. Pornography is not a harmless indulgence. Many individuals who appear in these films are, in…
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What is Sex Trafficking
According to the United Nations’ International Labour Organization, human traffickers victimize an estimated 27.6 million people worldwide. Of those victims, approximately 23% are exploited through sex trafficking. Among them, 78% are women and girls, while 22% are men and boys. The data also shows that 92% of victims are adults, and 8% are children. Sex…
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A Guide For Fire Fighters and EMTs: Why Training on HT is Important
Fire and EMS workers play a crucial role in identifying and getting victims help. They can enter homes and treat victims. They can get closer to victims than a trafficker would normally allow from anyone else. Fire and EMS workers are more trusted…
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A Guide For Fire Fighter and EMTs: Identifying and Reporting Human Trafficking
In the previous article We defined Human Trafficking and the two most common forms in the United States. We also examined the unique role of Fire and EMS workers in the fight against human trafficking. Let’s continue with learning about some indicators of Human Trafficking that a Fire/EMS worker may come across on a call.
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How a Survivor Began Hunting Predators
With a task force of military veterans, local and federal law enforcement, civilian intelligence officers, and survivors of sexual exploitation and trafficking, they are seriously dedicated to this work…
