Instances of sex trafficking have been reported in all 50 states, and yet, many Americans are still surprised and alarmed when exploitation occurs right in their own backyards. When a case of trafficking has been identified in a community, it is the role of local elected officials, leaders, and activists to help others confront and understand the existence of this crime in their midst.
With this idea in mind, we are launching our new Public Conversations Resource Guide with a bipartisan event today in Washington, D.C. For decades, we have worked alongside government officials and policymakers to improve the nation’s ability to prevent child exploitation and to respond when children are identified as victims of trafficking. This new resource is meant to help members of Congress address this horrific crime when it happens in their district.
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