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Human Trafficking is Closer Than You Think | STAC Internship

I had the pleasure of working with the Survive and Thrive Advocacy Center (STAC) through an internship during the summer of 2023. I am gratified as I had the opportunity to participate in STACPRO where I finished a human trafficking training course for businesses and other establishments, and where I gained valuable knowledge. During the training, I learned many things that equipped me with the necessary skills to spot human trafficking.

6 LGBTQ Resources for Pride Month and Beyond

June is Pride Month, a period dedicated to honoring and celebrating the diverse identities and experiences of the LGBTQ+ community. This annual observance has grown in significance, serving as a powerful reminder of the progress we have made toward equality, equity, and inclusion, while also highlighting the ongoing violence and other challenges LGBTQIA+ individuals face, including discrimination, misconceptions, and abuse by their peers, family members, and society. Traffickers target these vulnerabilities and that is why we need to keep a focus on supporting the LGBTQ community all year long.

Hear from Trafficking Survivors on Our New Podcast

The Survive and Thrive Advocacy Center (STAC) is excited to share the release of our new podcast, Imagine Freedom where we hear directly from human trafficking survivors, or “lived-experience” experts. More than anyone, they can dispel the many myths and misconceptions about sex and labor trafficking and help to fortify our communities against traffickers. Together, we can imagine freedom from sex and labor trafficking for everyone, once and for all.

Human Trafficking Signs in the Retail Sector

Human trafficking can happen in any work environment. That’s why all businesses should be proactive in learning about the signs of labor and sex trafficking. You never know who could walk through your doors – whether that’s a victim who needs assistance, or a dangerous trafficker who should be reported to law enforcement.