Child sex trafficking is a horrific issue affecting millions of children worldwide, and it demands urgent attention. In the US alone, over 11,000 cases of sex trafficking were reported to the National Human Trafficking Hotline in 2020. While awareness is crucial, action and collaboration from all sectors of society, including policymakers, are essential to end this crime. So, what can you do to make a meaningful impact in the fight against child sex trafficking?

Advocating for change with elected officials is one of the most powerful steps you can take. By using your voice, you can highlight critical issues such as prevention, protection, prosecution, and partnership. This involves supporting policies that address root causes like poverty, lack of education, and gender inequality, and promoting programs that provide healthcare, counseling, and legal services for victims.

To get started, educate yourself on child sex trafficking policies and understand your local elected officials' stances. Contact them via phone calls, emails, letters, or social media to advocate for laws that combat trafficking, protect victims, and hold traffickers accountable. Additionally, vote for candidates who prioritize anti-trafficking policies and collaborate with nonprofits and community groups to address root causes and support survivors.

At One Bread Foundation, Inc., we believe everyone has a role in ending child sex trafficking. By advocating for change, you can help create a world where all children are free from exploitation and violence. Don’t wait—let’s work together to end child sex trafficking once and for all!

Commercial Sexual Exploitation

Every day, children are recruited or kidnapped into the commercial sex industry, groomed by seasoned predators, and sold for sex. Unfortunately, due to legal inconsistencies and a lack of understanding of these children’s victimization, many end up in the juvenile justice system without access to appropriate services. We are seeking Advocates to help us change this!

State-by-State Anti-Human Trafficking Legislation

Click on a state to view its anti-human trafficking legislation and contact information for elected officials. (For best results, hover or click on each shape below.)

All questions and comments regarding public policy issues, legislation, or requests for personal assistance should be directed to the senators from your state. Locate your Senator here: www.senate.gov/senators/senators-contact.htm

National Human Trafficking Legislation

• Recent Law: ‘Savanna’s Act’ - Introduced 01/25/2019, Passed 10/10/2020
  Directs the Department of Justice to review, revise, and develop law enforcement and justice protocols to address missing or murdered Native Americans.
• Proposed Law: ‘Not Invisible Act’ - Introduced 05/01/2019
  This bill directs the Department of the Interior to designate an official within the Bureau of Indian Affairs to coordinate prevention efforts, grants, and programs related to missing Native Americans and the murder and human trafficking of Native Americans.

States with the Weakest Human Trafficking Laws

(via Human Trafficking Search )

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