Human trafficking does not always happen behind locked doors or in hidden locations. In many cases trafficking happens in plain sight, often in places like hotels, apartment complexes, retail centers, restaurants, truck stops, airports and bus terminals and even schools. This reprehensible act is oftentimes organized and highly structured. Recognizing human trafficking red flags is
Human trafficking, especially sex trafficking, is a dark and persistent crime in many major U.S. cities. In Georgia, Atlanta consistently ranks among the top hotspots in the country for trafficking cases. Our city unfortunately is known for being a major transit and events hub with easy connections to one of the world’s busiest airports –
There are two justice systems for victims of crime to explore. While the criminal justice system, as most people know, seeks to punish the perpetrator, the civil justice system provides victims with an avenue to hold other individuals and entities accountable for allowing these heinous acts to happen. The dedicated efforts of local or federal
When most of us think about sex trafficking, we assume it only happens to young women in foreign countries. However, that perception is far from the truth. Even though we may not see it, the reality is human trafficking and sex trafficking are happening right before our eyes – and right here in Atlanta. According