Know the Red Flags-How to spot a victim of Human Trafickking
Some indicators raise a red flag that a person may be a victim of human trafficking. Take notice in situations where a person: … . .
%2BHas stunted growth, or poorly formed or rotting teeth.
%2BHas an unexplained sudden increase in money, clothing or other goods
%2BCarries a motel key (s)Also Note:
It is important to talk to potential victims in a safe and confidential environment. If the victim is accompanied by someone who seems to have control over them, discretely attempt to separate the person from the individual accompanying him/her, without arousing suspicion, since this person could be the trafficker.
As needed, enlist the help of a professional who speaks the potential victim’s language and understands his or her culture.
Do not collect more information than you need! In depth interviews with the potential victim should be conducted by mental health professionals, law enforcement professionals or legal experts. Multiple interviews may confuse and/or re-traumatize victims and may put you, as a service provider, at risk of being subpoenaed as a witness.
Anyone under 18 engaging in commercial sex (porn or prostitution) is legally a severe trafficking victim. Force, fraud or coercion does not need to be present as in the case of someone over 18.
The Entire List is at: Know the Red Flags
From: End Slavery Tennessee