Not all of the prostitutes you see are just prostitutes; some are victims. Human trafficking is the trade of humans, usually through sex slavery or forced labor. In many people’s opinions it is modern day slavery. There are both men and women who have complete control over a child or a woman, and their victim may feel trapped or scared. Do not mistake this term or the way society portrays it; it is not solely based on sex. An article written by ACLU, American Civil Liberties Union, “Human Trafficking: Modern Enslavement of Immigrant Women in the United States” reminds us that, “While some trafficking victims are forced to work in the sex trade, many others are forced to perform other types of labor, such as domestic servitude, factory work
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The presentations should inform children on the things traffickers do and say to lure victims in. Furthermore, it should reveal something to look for in someone that may already be a victim of trafficking. Also, inform the students what human trafficking really is and that it is not just your common pimp tricking young women into trusting them. A sign could be something as simple as a man telling one that he has a job for them, but he needs them to keep the job a secret. If children are further educated on this topic they would not be blind to the signs that a trafficker or a victim is showing. However, there are going to be some complaints about this way of handling the …show more content…
Next, convince them that this is a problem that needs to be solved and taught to others. With enough people a presentation can be made with information on trafficking, victims and traffickers and hopefully someone that has experienced trafficking will volunteer to help spread the word. With all of this information it would be easier can call local schools and pitch the idea to them. Starting at high schools may be easier than starting at middle schools, because their parents may be more accepting of the presentation. With hopes that the journey around local high schools is successful, the next goal would be to pass on this information to eighth graders. After, local young adults will know more about human trafficking and will be knowledgeable on traffickers and whom they target. This is a great way to spread awareness and hopefully lessen the numbers of victims of human trafficking. In conclusion, human trafficking should be recognized much more than it is now. There are college students that have little to no knowledge on trafficking and that is a problem. Even though trafficking has concepts that are vulgar to children’s ears, it should still be taught to them. Being aware is better than being sheltered and can even lower the numbers of victims. With approval and encouragement from parents, teachers, and my peers, human trafficking can be taught and lessened. Let’s
The presentations should inform children on the things traffickers do and say to lure victims in. Furthermore, it should reveal something to look for in someone that may already be a victim of trafficking. Also, inform the students what human trafficking really is and that it is not just your common pimp tricking young women into trusting them. A sign could be something as simple as a man telling one that he has a job for them, but he needs them to keep the job a secret. If children are further educated on this topic they would not be blind to the signs that a trafficker or a victim is showing. However, there are going to be some complaints about this way of handling the …show more content…
Next, convince them that this is a problem that needs to be solved and taught to others. With enough people a presentation can be made with information on trafficking, victims and traffickers and hopefully someone that has experienced trafficking will volunteer to help spread the word. With all of this information it would be easier can call local schools and pitch the idea to them. Starting at high schools may be easier than starting at middle schools, because their parents may be more accepting of the presentation. With hopes that the journey around local high schools is successful, the next goal would be to pass on this information to eighth graders. After, local young adults will know more about human trafficking and will be knowledgeable on traffickers and whom they target. This is a great way to spread awareness and hopefully lessen the numbers of victims of human trafficking. In conclusion, human trafficking should be recognized much more than it is now. There are college students that have little to no knowledge on trafficking and that is a problem. Even though trafficking has concepts that are vulgar to children’s ears, it should still be taught to them. Being aware is better than being sheltered and can even lower the numbers of victims. With approval and encouragement from parents, teachers, and my peers, human trafficking can be taught and lessened. Let’s