According to the National Human Trafficking Hotline, Human Trafficking can happen to anyone, but some people are more vulnerable than others. The most vulnerable are likely to:
- Have an unstable living situation
- Have previously experienced other forms of violence such as sexual abuse or domestic violence
- Have run away
- Are involved in the juvenile justice or child welfare system
- Are undocumented immigrants
- Are facing poverty or economic need
- Have a caregiver or family member who has a substance use issue, or
- Are addicted to drugs or alcohol.
Become aware of the warning signs and determine to be an advocate for those experiencing this horrible crime by visiting https://humantraffickinghotline.org/what-human-trafficking