Location
Rule of Law, Transparency & Accountability
Level of Education
Undergraduate
Presenter Names and Speeches.
Haleigh Perkins
Abstract
Human trafficking is a major issue in the United States. It is important not only as citizens of the United States, but as Christian’s that we recognize this issue and strive to make a difference. There are many ways that human trafficking is spread throughout the United States. For instance, controlled substances. “Traffickers may focus and recruit individuals with a history of or existing substance use disorder. This allows traffickers to induce or exploit substance use, using it as a reward or punishment to maintain control” (The Administration for Children and Families, n.d.). Other times, the internet may be involved in the spread of this issue. “Traffickers create fake websites or post advertisements on legitimate employment portals and social networking websites” (United Nations: Office on Drugs and Crime, n.d.). Human trafficking spreads extremely fast and victims of human trafficking need more help, beyond being rescued. It is important to consider the after care of the victims, post their rescue. To include facilities that are specialized in helping the victim through the trauma they endured, or even the drug abuse that was potentially pushed on them. It is also important to give attention to the source of this issue. How is it spreading and how can it be stopped? How can we make others aware and cautious when on the internet? Or, more importantly, how can we prevent fake postings that are likely to lead to human trafficking? God calls us to take care of one another, “Carry each other’s burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ” (Gal. 6:2, New International Version). As Christians, fighting to prevent human trafficking, it is our duty to seek the victim’s well-being and strive to be a disciple to them throughout their journey outside of human trafficking. Our purpose should go beyond rescuing the victims.
Included in
Human Trafficking and Potential Terrorist Ties
Rule of Law, Transparency & Accountability
Human trafficking is a major issue in the United States. It is important not only as citizens of the United States, but as Christian’s that we recognize this issue and strive to make a difference. There are many ways that human trafficking is spread throughout the United States. For instance, controlled substances. “Traffickers may focus and recruit individuals with a history of or existing substance use disorder. This allows traffickers to induce or exploit substance use, using it as a reward or punishment to maintain control” (The Administration for Children and Families, n.d.). Other times, the internet may be involved in the spread of this issue. “Traffickers create fake websites or post advertisements on legitimate employment portals and social networking websites” (United Nations: Office on Drugs and Crime, n.d.). Human trafficking spreads extremely fast and victims of human trafficking need more help, beyond being rescued. It is important to consider the after care of the victims, post their rescue. To include facilities that are specialized in helping the victim through the trauma they endured, or even the drug abuse that was potentially pushed on them. It is also important to give attention to the source of this issue. How is it spreading and how can it be stopped? How can we make others aware and cautious when on the internet? Or, more importantly, how can we prevent fake postings that are likely to lead to human trafficking? God calls us to take care of one another, “Carry each other’s burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ” (Gal. 6:2, New International Version). As Christians, fighting to prevent human trafficking, it is our duty to seek the victim’s well-being and strive to be a disciple to them throughout their journey outside of human trafficking. Our purpose should go beyond rescuing the victims.
