Spot the signs
Sex trafficking happens 365 days a year. Here is what to look for:
- Signs of. Violence unexplained bruises, black eyes, cuts, or marks
- Behaviors including fear, anxiety, depression, hyper vigilance, nervousness
- Easily startled, agitated, or afraid
- Unsure of where they are
- Not in control of money or documents
- Accompanied by older “boyfriend” / companion
- Dressed to look older or inappropriately for the weather/situation
- Name or symbol tattooed or branded on neck, chest, or arms
Winifred Ereyi
Chair - End Human Trafficking Task Force
What Your Rotary Club Can Do
- Schedule a speaker
- Host an event
- Talk to friends, family, & colleagues
- Ask local business to post awareness posters
- Post to Facebook & your Club’s website
- Work with local schools
- Engage youth to form student groups
- Encourage schools to host training programs
- Partner with a local organization
- Support programs that provide shelter & resources
- Volunteer for programs providing victim support
- Collaborate with neighboring Rotary Clubs
- Partner with organizations that educate people
- Support programs that teach youth about healthy relationships
- Provide funding for organizations
- Take a personal stand
- Become an ambassador for change