The Human Trafficking Initiative offers multiple trainings, including virtually, to spread the word about the fight against human trafficking. Team members have presented the following programs to private companies, government agencies, law enforcement and prosecutors, student groups and others.
Human Trafficking 101
In this training program, HTI presenters break down what human trafficking is and how it happens. Attendees also will learn:
- How victims are affected and who is vulnerable.
- Who traffickers are and how they operate.
- How misconceptions make people believe human trafficking happens only to other people in other places.
- What red flags to watch out for.
- How demand reduction can help.
- What improvements are being considered for Ohio laws and what those laws say now.
- How you can join the fight.
Advanced Human Trafficking Training
In this program, HTI presenters address:
- What law enforcement and prosecutors need to know.
- How experts are working with victims and survivors of human trafficking.
- What barriers and services gaps exist.
- How to identify human trafficking victims.
- Why a multidisciplinary team is important.
- What other factors complicate investigations and prosecutions of human trafficking cases.
To see whether a session could work for your group, email HTI@OhioAttorneyGeneral.gov.