What is Michigan ranked for human trafficking?

(WILX) – Michigan is ranked in the 10 top states for human trafficking. The National Human Trafficking Hotline said there were 295 cases reported in the state last year.

Where is human trafficking most common in Michigan?

Sex trafficking mainly happens at hotels and street corners you pass on a daily basis. Traffickers are typically hiding in plain sight. Sex trafficking doesn’t happen in West Michigan. Sex trafficking happens here.

Is human trafficking a problem in Michigan?

Human trafficking affects individuals across the world, and right here in Michigan. It is commonly regarded as the second largest criminal enterprise after drugs. Human trafficking affects every community in Michigan across age, gender, ethnicity, and socio-economic backgrounds.

How prevalent is human trafficking in Michigan?

Based on calls to the National Human Trafficking Hotline, The Polaris Project has found that in 2019 there were at least 14,597 sex trafficking victims and survivors in the United States. There was a minimum of 282 sex trafficking cases in Michigan specifically.

How can we stop human trafficking in Michigan?

Report Human Trafficking If you are a victim of human trafficking or have identified someone you think may need help, please contact the National Human Trafficking Resource Center at: 888-373-7888, or text 233733.

What are human traffickers looking for?

Human traffickers prey on people who are hoping for a better life, lack employment opportunities, have an unstable home life, or have a history of sexual or physical abuse.

What are the signs of human trafficking?

Human Trafficking Indicators

  • Living with employer.
  • Poor living conditions.
  • Multiple people in cramped space.
  • Inability to speak to individual alone.
  • Answers appear to be scripted and rehearsed.
  • Employer is holding identity documents.
  • Signs of physical abuse.
  • Submissive or fearful.