What does HTRC mean in UNCLASSIFIED

Human Trafficking is a form of modern-day slavery; it involves the exploitation of people through force, fraud, or coercion for various purposes such as commercial sex, labor, or domestic servitude.

Common forms of human trafficking include forced labor, debt bondage (especially in agricultural work), domestic servitude, and sex trafficking. Sex trafficking is the most commonly reported form of human trafficking in the United States.

All individuals regardless of age, gender, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation or national origin can be victims of human trafficking. Traffickers target vulnerable individuals who may be looking for a job or a better life.

Labor traffickers use various methods to maintain control over victims including forcing them to work against their will in crowded living conditions with little to no pay. People may also be recruited for work under false promises about compensation and working conditions and then forced to do dangerous jobs that they are not adequately trained for.

Yes - The two main types are street-based and internet-based sex trafficking. Street-based sex trafficking involves victims being sold openly on the streets for commercial sexual exploitation, while internet-based sex trafficking includes advertising victims online for purchase by buyers seeking sexual services.

Warning signs that someone might be a victim of human trafficking include signs of physical abuse or injury, lack of travel documents or freedom to move around freely, reports of debt owed but not fully explained by employer/recruiter/business owner, substandard living conditions particularly when coupled with long working hours and lack of access to medical care or appropriate safety equipment at work. If you recognize any signs that could indicate potential cases of human trafficking you should contact your local law enforcement agency or call the HTRC hotline at 1-888-373-7888.

Prevention starts with understanding how traffickers operate in order to identify those at risk and those most vulnerable to traffickers’ tactics before they become victims themselves. Education is key; informing yourself about what Human Trafficking is so you can recognize potential cases when you encounter them as well as speaking out against exploitation when you witness it can all help reduce the prevalence and impact this form of exploitation has on our society. You can also volunteer your time with organizations who focus on helping survivors get back on their feet after their experience with trafficker(s).

No – Human Trafficking happens everywhere around us; while local law enforcement agencies are equipped to handle cases within their own jurisdiction there have been documented instances where people were trafficked across states and even nationally/globally.

,The HTRC Helpline is staffed by multilingual professionals from Polaris – a leader in Global Anti-Human Trafficking efforts–to provide support to anyone affected by Human Trafficking.

Staff members who answer calls on the HTRC Helpline utilize a specialized screening process which enables them to assess whether callers have experienced any type Human Trafficking if they need any follow-up services such as shelter assistance or legal aid etc., review options available in their area based on individual needs and provide referrals directly connected with services needed.