Kids need to feel loved. They need a sense of belonging to people who care about and protect them. They need the feeling of safety that comes from a consistent place to live, food to eat, and clothes that do not contribute to a sense of shame. When kids lack any of these things, they become vulnerable to predators.

We’ve all heard, “SEE SOMETHING, SAY SOMETHING,” but what does that really mean? Most of us don’t really know what to look for and we’re not entirely sure when or to whom we would say something.

The FBI estimates that more than half of human trafficking victims are children. It is believed that the average life expectancy of a child who is trafficked is 7 years. Time is of the essence.

Child trafficking is a devastating reality that affects children in communities across the United States. It often occurs in plain sight, yet many people don’t recognize the signs or know how to respond.