About ten years ago, I saw firsthand the impacts of human trafficking in our community and just how ill-equipped we were to handle it. A (police) sting on a human- trafficking ring landed two young girls – around 12 and 13 years old – in a local emergency room for evaluation. Over the next 36 hours, these frightened and victimized girls were re-victimized by the very system that was supposed to protect and help them.
Speaking out, staying connected: January is Human Trafficking Prevention Month
