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As sad as it might be, human trafficking is deep-rooted in today’s society. In many supply chains, concerning food and other resources, someone that was human trafficked played some part in it. There is a lot of demand for human “puppets” and the only way to combat the problem is to reduce the demand. Here are a few tips with which you can help raise awareness about the problem and help some people in need.
Learn the signs of human trafficking.
Learning the signs of human trafficking can help end trafficking & help people from potentially being trafficked.
Know how to get help & report human trafficking cases.
Reporting tips about human trafficking could potentially save someone’s life. Better be safe than sorry!
Raise awareness.
The problem of human trafficking will not end unless everyone knows it exists. Raising awareness about the issue is the first step to abolishing it. You can:
Host an educational event
Share your concerns on social media
Talk about the issue
Volunteer and support anti-trafficking organizations.
Many anti-human trafficking organizations do not have enough funds and resources to make a significant difference. Find opportunities where you can volunteer.
You can donate to organizations that aid or assist in trafficking prevention or help former victims of human trafficking. Above are a few resources.
Be well informed.
You can sign up for our newsletter, follow relevant organizations on social media, and also read human trafficking reports.
Promote anti-trafficking legislations.
The more laws there are and the stronger the legislation, the more difficult it is for traffickers to take advantage of victims. You can do different things to achieve that.
Write to your local or federal representatives
Sign anti-trafficking petitions
Be a conscientious and informed consumer.
Consider where you shop and what you eat. Who makes your clothes and prepares your food? Where is it made and produced? Here, you can calculate your slavery footprint and a List of Goods Produced by Child Labor or Forced Labor.
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