"Human trafficking is a pervasive industry in the U.S., but many Americans still remain unaware of it. And a lack of education is putting children in every state at risk."
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"Children and young adults are particularly vulnerable to trafficking, which is why it is so important for educators to learn about the risk factors and warning signs of trafficking occurring in their own communities."
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"An American human-trafficking survivor has sent over 30 red chairs to universities around the world to help victims who cannot afford or obtain education due to the fallout of their trafficking histories."
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"People often dismiss human trafficking as either something that occurs in other countries or as too big an issue to battle. Or they tell themselves, 'This couldn’t happen in my community, and especially not in my family.' Sadly, they are wrong."
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'"Instagram and Snapchat private message were the two social media apps that were used to groom me, to introduce me to my former trafficker who was a former graduate of my high school before I ever met him," said trafficking survivor Courtney Litvak.' https://t.co/JOjXyJzoTg
"As school personnel are mandated reporters of child abuse and neglect, they must have the tools to identify sex-trafficked children better. Here are some common questions from educators about this issue and ways to be a better advocate..."
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"More than 200,000 children and teenagers in the United States are victims of sex trafficking every year.1 If you are a concerned adult, read on to learn more about the signs of human trafficking in schools and students."
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"Millions of young children and teenagers are on social media, but it's not all fun and games. It can be deadly serious if users are not careful, experts say."
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'“I always wanted to know what they were doing on their phone, not to be in their personal business necessarily, but I am in their personal business. And my number one priority is to protect my children and the children around my children,” Quigley said.'
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"Sexting is damaging for girls and guys. Girls, who should be treated with honor and respect, are instead viewed as objects whose purpose is to provide gratification. They often begin to see themselves in that light."
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