Human Trafficking FAQ’s

Human trafficking is the act of recruiting, harboring, transporting, providing, or obtaining a person for compelled labor or commercial sex acts through the use of force, fraud, or coercion

Victims can be any age, gender, or race, but are often vulnerable individuals, including those from economically weaker sections, migrants, oppressed or marginalized groups.

Human trafficking is a global issue, affecting millions of people worldwide and found in nearly every country, including the United States. Texas is currently # 2 in the U.S.

Yes, men can be and are victims of trafficking, particularly in industries like agriculture, construction, and factory work.

Stay informed, educate others, support or volunteer at anti-trafficking organizations, and report suspected trafficking activities to authorities.

Contact local law enforcement or a national human trafficking hotline to report your suspicions safely and anonymously.

Survivors may experience post-traumatic stress disorder, anxiety, depression, and other long-term psychological trauma

Recovery is possible, but it is often a long and difficult process that involves medical, psychological, and legal assistance.