Recognizing Human Trafficking
Human Trafficking means forcing someone to do some type of job through violence, fake promises of money or love, or fear. Traffickers look for people who are going through a hard time in life, like a lack of money, poor living situations, or needing mental help, etc.
By knowing the signs of human trafficking, you can help the victim get the help they need:
- Michigan Department of Attorney General
- Human Trafficking Hotline
- The Polaris Project – Polaris operates the U.S. National Human Trafficking Hotline
- Contact the Hotline: 1-888-373-7888
- SMS: 233733 (Text “HELP” or “INFO” or “Be Free”)
- Hours: 24 hours, 7 days a week
- Languages: English, Spanish and 200 more languages