When the question is asked, "what can I do?" one response is: "Look beneath the surface."

For those of us who are going about our regular occupations and ministries, we need to become more knowledgeable about this issue. Click here to find out more about human trafficking and how to stop it.

Then it is important to raise the awareness of others and continue educating colleagues and friends on local situations as well as the global picture of human trafficking.

If you suspect that someone is a victim of trafficking, you are urged to try to establish some rapport with that person which can lead to a conversation about the situation. Simple questions like: Can you leave your job? Where do you sleep
and eat? Have you or your family been threatened? Has your passport been
taken from you? -may reveal details about the situation. If you have suspicions, the number to call is 1.888.3737.888. A call to this number will help identify local resources.

Visit www.acf.hhs.gov/trafficking for more information.

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