This includes but is not limited to labor trafficking, sex trafficking, forced marriages, child soldiers, drug smuggling, and forced gang affiliation. Human trafficking is a complex issue that primarily revolves around three critical elements: force, fraud, and coercion. Traffickers often employ manipulative tactics aimed at exploiting individuals' vulnerabilities. This can involve the use of threats to force victims into situations against their will, as well as deceitful recruitment practices.
We provide our community with clear and comprehensive prevention and education programs designed to raise awareness of human trafficking among both youth and adults. This detailed and informative program is crucial due to the significant risks present in Eldorado and Douglas County. It is important to note that California and Nevada have been identified as two of the top five states with the highest number of reported human trafficking cases.
To combat this issue, it is crucial to understand the nuances of human trafficking, including its warning signs and the appropriate channels for reporting it. We provide age-appropriate presentations and individualized peer education through the Best Life Curriculum, a program developed by survivors of human trafficking, to empower individuals with knowledge and resources.
The most powerful weapon against all forms of human trafficking is education, for education is the key to prevention.
To learn more about Human Trafficking Prevention, Education and Awareness in our community please contact: Cheyanne Lane (530) 541-2445 [email protected]