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Myths & Facts
about Human Trafficking

Only Girls Are Trafficked for Sex

The ILO report claims about sex trafficking that“The vast majority of victims (99 percent) were women and girls.” However recent research suggest that boys are affected could be as high as 40%

It doesn't Happen in the United States

Yes it does. Cases of child trafficking and exploitation are reported on a regular basis from law enforcement and social services throughout the United States.

All Victims are usually kidnapped and held udder lock and key.

Forceful kidnapping and containment are not the majority of cases of trafficking. Many children are trafficked through empty promises, false job offers, and coercion. While they are not always kept physically bound to their trafficker, they may be scared to seek help or threatened if they leave. Additionally, in some cases they may not know of or have the opportunity to access help and resources.

Most Child trafficking's is for Sex

According to the International Labour Organization’s estimates, more children are trafficked for labor than sex.

Race has nothing to do with trafficking

Data indicate that there is a disproportionate number of children of color being trafficked

Traffickers target people they don't know.

Victims often report having been trafficked by romantic partners and family members.

(Kelly, 2019; National Human Trafficking Hotline, n.d.; Office on Trafficking in Persons, 2019)

Human trafficking is only an illegal/underground business.

Businesses like restaurants, housekeeping services, construction companies, factories, rural animal processing facilities, agricultural production sites and many more have been reported and prosecuted for human trafficking.

Human trafficking can only involve moving, traveling, or transporting a person across state lines or out of the country.

For a crime to be considered human trafficking it does not require the movement of persons, like human smuggling does. Human trafficking can occur in the victim’s hometown or country. The United Nations reports that more than half of the world’s trafficking victims are exploited in their own country.

Tips for keeping your child safe online.

Start Early

Talk to your kids about internet safety from a young age, even before they start using the internet themselves. This will help them develop good habits and be more aware of the potential risks.

Set Boundaries

Talk to your kids about what is and is not acceptable online behavior. This could include things like not sharing personal information, not talking to strangers, and not downloading anything without your permission.

Use Parental Controls

There are many parental control tools available that can help you restrict your child’s internet access. These tools can block inappropriate websites, limit screen time, and track your child’s online activity.

Be a Role Model

Show your kids how to use the internet safely and responsibly. This means being careful about what information you share online and not clicking on suspicious links.

Talk to Your Kids About Cyberbulling

Cyberbullying is a serious problem that can have lasting effects on your child’s emotional well-being. Talk to your kids about what cyberbullying is and how to deal with it if they experience it.

Be Patient and Understanding

Be patient with your kids as they learn the ropes. And if they make a mistake, don’t overreact. Just use it as an opportunity to teach them more about internet safety.

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Make it Fun!

There are many games and activities available that can help teach kids about internet safety.

Be Positive

Don’t just focus on the dangers of the internet. Instead, focus on the positive aspects of the internet as well, and how it can be used for learning and entertainment.

Be age-appropriate

Tailor your conversations about internet safety to your child’s age and maturity level.

Be Consistent

Talk to your kids about internet safety regularly and reinforce the same messages.

OK, so your still not sure how to start the conversation about Internet Safety with your child? Contact us at Info@ht-prevention.org We can help!

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Support Demand Reduction

Stand with HTPA in support of Demand Reduction, using every means possible!

Demand Reduction

Demand reduction of sex buyers focuses on decreasing the demand for commercial sex, which is a key strategy in combating human trafficking. If we do not have the demand, we would not have Traffickers!

This approach can involve several measures:

Legislation and Law Enforcement: Implementing and enforcing laws that penalize the purchase of sex acts. This includes increasing penalties for buyers and conducting sting operations to catch offenders.
Public Awareness Campaigns: Educating the public about the realities of human trafficking and the exploitation involved in the commercial sex industry. Campaigns often highlight the legal and social consequences of buying sex.
Education and Outreach: Providing educational programs in schools and communities to change attitudes towards buying sex. This includes promoting gender equality and respect for human rights.
Support Services: Offering support and rehabilitation services for individuals who have been involved in buying sex, helping them to understand the impact of their actions and encouraging behavior change.
Collaboration with Technology Companies: Working with online platforms to monitor and reduce the advertisement of commercial sex services.

By addressing the demand side of the equation, these strategies aim to reduce the profitability of human trafficking and protect vulnerable individuals from exploitation.

– NCOSE