Human Trafficking
Human trafficking is a situation in which an individual is compelled to work or engage in commercial sex through the use of force, fraud, or coercion. If the individual is under the age of 18 and engaging in commercial sex they are experiencing regardless if force, fraud, or coercion is also taking place.
In Community Counseling would like to encourage you to “Stop STIGMA, Speak HOPE, and Speak UP in your community” it’s happening simply everywhere. We are here and will advocate for you. Call us at any time.
Services provided are confidential.
If you or someone you know is a victim of human trafficking, call the National Human Trafficking Hotline at 1-888-373-7888. Or, just call me, I will advocate and assist you through the process to freedom from your PIMP or/and the person who told you what to do.
Being aware of human trafficking indicators is the first step in making a difference in the lives of those who may be entrapped. We may and may not recognize the person or the signs of what’s happening. Ms. Reneee of In Community Counseling is certified with the U.S. Institute Against Human Trafficking to teach prevention skills to help you to understand the signs.
A person may be trafficked if they:
- Show signs of physical abuse or injury
- Appear to be fearful of or under the control of another person
- Lack identification, passport, or other travel documents or do not have control over their documentation
- Are unable to freely contact friends or family
- Are a juvenile engaged in a commercial sex act
And more…
Who are traffickers seeking out? How do they find them? What are the victims afraid of? How can I help?
Reach out to us, and we can get your questions answered.
Here are some other resources – but again, we are also here:
The National Human Trafficking Hotline toll-free hotline at 1-888-373-7888: Anti-Trafficking Hotline Advocates are available 24/7 to take reports of potential human trafficking.
Text the National Human Trafficking Hotline at 233733. Message and data rates may apply.
Chat the National Human Trafficking Hotline via www.humantraffickinghotline.org/chat
The information you provide will be reviewed by the Trafficking Hotline. All reports are confidential, and you may remain anonymous. Interpreters are available via phone call only.
Report missing children or child pornography to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) at 1-800-THE-LOST (843-5678) or through their Cybertipline.