Human Trafficking Social Stories

A woman is being touched by multiple hands. A boy is sweeping the floor, and a woman is using a sewing machine.

Human trafficking means forcing someone to work or have sex for money.

A hand holding money

The person being forced to do these things usually has their money taken.

A man and a woman standing with their arms around each other.

This can happen to anyone. Anyone can be a human trafficker, even people you know.

A man yelling at a woman. He is saying,

If you are being trafficked you may be threatened or abused.

A door that is chained and locked

You may have to work with the doors and windows locked.

Picture of a family with a giant red X over them.

You may not be allowed to talk to friends or family.

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A man and woman standing in their underwear while a man points a gun at them.

Human trafficking can be traumatic.

An angry looking woman with her arms crossed in front of her.

If you have gone through this you may be scared, angry, or confused.

Graphic of a worried-looking woman

Remember that it was never your fault.

A cell phone showing

If you think you are being trafficked, tell an adult you trust or call 911.

Graphic of a woman holding a cell phone.

You can also call the National Human Trafficking Hotline at 1-888-373-7888.

Graphic of a hospital

These places can help stop the human trafficking. They can also get you services and treatment.

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Four people standing next to each other.

Human trafficking can happen to anyone.

A person marking things on a checklist.

But there are ways to help keep yourself safe.

Two woman talking

Make sure there are adults you trust to talk to.

A blue checklist and a red safety shield

Have a safety plan.

An image of a house and a cell phone

Know the contact information for adults you trust. Know a place you can go if you are in danger.

An ID card, clipboard, and cell phone and charger.

When you go into the community have an ID card, emergency numbers, and cell phone and charger if you have one.

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