Officers from the Indiana State Police Commercial Vehicle Enforcement and Motor Carrier Inspectors are teaming up with Ohio, Michigan and Illinois officers next week to educate motorists about the signs of human trafficking and to enforce laws that crack down on traffickers.
Individuals Urged to Join the U.S. Department of Homeland Security Blue Campaign
January is recognized as National Human Trafficking Prevention month and the U.S. Department of Homeland Security established “The Blue Campaign” back in 2010 to bring visibility to the prevalent, but often under reported and over looked, global issue.
According to the Department of Homeland Security, annually, millions of women, men and children are trafficked in countries around the world, including the United States. It is estimated that it’s a $32 billion per year industry that includes domestic servitude, sexual trafficking and forced labor. Continue reading
Human Trafficking Focus of Upcoming Indiana Youth Institute Program
The dangers of human trafficking and exploitation will be discussed during an event Friday in Rochester. The Indiana Youth Institute is teaming up with Purdue Extension in Fulton County for the presentation. Continue reading
