INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF HUMAN TRAFFICKING INVESTIGATORS INC

IAHTI is proud to have sponsored and participated in the Maryland Human Trafficking Professionals Seminar! It was an incredible opportunity to connect with dedicated professionals and service providers committed to fighting human trafficking. Thank you to everyone who stopped by our booth, shared insights, and strengthened our collective mission.

IAHTI is grateful for the ongoing support from our international partners like Number 77. Their dedication to disrupting human trafficking in Canada made our recent investigator training in Halifax, Nova Scotia, possible. Human trafficking knows no borders, and neither should the training for those who investigate it. Learn how you can support future IAHTI trainings: https://bit.ly/3VRPY5T

Join Marinus Analytics for a free webinar with a focus on online adult service advertising and missing juveniles. The Marinus team will cover the ASW landscape, vulnerability indicators, and how to use Traffic Jam to help identify vulnerable individuals. Feel free to invite colleagues and share within your network. Open to all child welfare professionals! 📅 October 31 | 11:00 AM (EDT) 🔗 Register here: https://bit.ly/4h3M9Vb

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Thank you to the Investigators, Crown Prosecutors and Victim Service Specialists who attended the Nova Scotia Human Trafficking Training last week in Halifax. We encourage you to take the knowledge and skills gained during these sessions back to your departments, using it to make an impact on human trafficking investigations in Nova Scotia and across Canada. We extend our appreciation to the Nova Scotia Department of Justice for sponsoring the training sessions and the RCMP (Halifax) for providing the venue to host the training. IAHTI delivered a comprehensive 20-hour curriculum covering Introduction to Human Trafficking Training and Advanced Human Trafficking Investigations for HT practitioners throughout Nova Scotia. Interested in hosting or attending future training sessions? Visit our website to learn more and get involved. https://bit.ly/4fANAd2

Human trafficking is a complex issue that demands collaboration across sectors. IAHTI partners with law enforcement, NGOs, and technology experts to provide the tools and intelligence needed to combat trafficking and protect victims. Together, we can dismantle trafficking networks and bring justice to those affected. Join us in this critical fight—visit our website to learn how you can get involved! https://bit.ly/4f0OTl1

What does labor trafficking look like in the United States? It often targets vulnerable individuals, especially migrant workers, who are forced to endure severe conditions in industries like agriculture, construction, and domestic service. These workers face threats, fraud, and coercion, making escape nearly impossible. Signs to watch for include: 🔵Poor living conditions: overcrowded housing and lack of basic amenities. Long working hours with little to no pay: Excessive labor without fair compensation. Restricted freedom: Controlled movements and confiscated personal documents. 🔵Fear of authorities: Threats of deportation or harm if they seek help. Why are migrant workers at higher risk? 🔵Language barriers: Difficulty communicating and understanding their rights. 🔵Economic desperation: Limited job opportunities and the need to support families. 🔵Lack of legal protection: Undocumented status or unawareness of legal resources. Recognizing these signs is crucial for prevention and support. At IAHTI, we combat labor trafficking by equipping law enforcement with vital intelligence and resources, fostering collaboration across sectors, and raising awareness in communities. Through training and advocacy, we empower agencies to identify and assist victims while dismantling trafficking networks. Together, we can drive meaningful change and ensure a safer future for all workers

Human trafficking manifests in various forms, affecting countless lives across the world. Do you know what the most common types of trafficking look like? Labor trafficking involves using force, fraud, or coercion to exploit individuals for labor, particularly targeting vulnerable migrant workers who often face severe working conditions. Sex trafficking coerces victims, including children, into commercial sex acts through threats, manipulation, or violence, often preying on marginalized populations. Familial trafficking, an often-hidden crime, occurs when family members exploit their own relatives for labor or sex, using manipulation and control, particularly affecting vulnerable children and individuals in abusive households. Organ trafficking, while less common in the U.S., involves the illegal removal and sale of human organs, usually targeting impoverished individuals. This form of trafficking is more prevalent in areas like South Asia and Eastern Europe. Recognizing these types of trafficking is crucial to helping protect victims and prevent exploitation.

In the complex landscape of human trafficking, it is crucial to understand the methods used to lure individuals into exploitation. Traffickers may use deceitful tactics like offering fake job opportunities, posing as romantic partners, or using social media to befriend and gain the trust of a potential victim. At IAHTI, we work to expose these manipulative tactics and equip law enforcement with the intelligence, tools, and resources they need to identify traffickers and prevent exploitation before it begins. Through advanced technology and collaboration, we aim to disrupt trafficking networks and protect vulnerable individuals from falling prey to these dangers

Behind every statistic is a human being—a life torn apart by exploitation. In 2022, more than 10,000 trafficking cases were reported in the US, with more than 16,000 victims. These aren’t just numbers—they’re people with hopes, dreams, and families. At IAHTI, we’re dedicated to giving law enforcement the tools they need to take down traffickers and protect the most vulnerable.