U.S. Attorney’s Office Partners With Area Nonprofit to Raise Awareness About Human Trafficking

Press Release

"Can You See Me?" Provides Tools to Recognize and Combat Trafficking

<_w3a_sdt combobox="t" docpart="FE9C701F690843869ABA8438392D5683" id="1412123448" sdttag="Location" title="Location"><_w3a_listitem datavalue="RALEIGH" listvalue="RALEIGH"> <_w3a_listitem datavalue="GREENVILLE" listvalue="GREENVILLE"> <_w3a_listitem datavalue="NEW BERN" listvalue="NEW BERN"> <_w3a_listitem datavalue="WILMINGTON" listvalue="WILMINGTON"> <_w3a_listitem datavalue="ELIZABETH CITY" listvalue="ELIZABETH CITY"> RALEIGH, N.C. - United States Attorney Michael Easley is partnering with the local chapter of A21 to host a training to raise awareness and provide tools on how to recognize and combat human trafficking. The training is being held on July 30, a day proclaimed by the United Nations General Assembly to be "World Day Against Trafficking in Persons." The event is open to the public and will include how to recognize indicators of human trafficking (both labor and sex). The program will also highlight a new campaign to promote the U.S. Human Trafficking Hotline encouraging citizens to report suspected labor trafficking featured on signs at the airport.

"We are prioritizing human trafficking prosecution like never before. Our new task forces bring law enforcement and service providers to the table for the dual mission of locking up traffickers and rescuing victims. Survivors across North Carolina can have faith that we will help them find resources and have their backs. But we can't do it alone," said U.S. Attorney Michael Easley. "This training gives the public the tools to identify and report the signs of human trafficking. Together we are building a community that is safer and more free, one survivor at a time."

"Labor trafficking remains a profound challenge, necessitating continuous education and community engagement," said Robin Seitz, Chief Marketing Officer of A21. "Through initiatives like A21's Can You See Me? campaign, we can visually communicate the signs of trafficking to the public, empowering individuals to recognize and report suspicious activities. This partnership underscores the importance of collective action in safeguarding vulnerable individuals and communities. We are resolute in our commitment to drive meaningful change and ensure that North Carolina becomes a safer place for all. We commend the U.S. Attorney's Office for their leadership and look forward to continuing our collaborative efforts in the fight against human trafficking."

Event Details:

When: Tuesday, July 30 from 9:30 a.m. to noon

Where: Hope Community Church - Raleigh Campus - 321 Buck Jones Road in Raleigh

Individuals who wish to participate in the training, can register online.

Media interested covering the event can contact [email protected].

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Updated July 29, 2024