Human trafficking: Know the signs

Leah Androski reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com January is National Human Trafficking Prevention Month, which raises awareness about human trafficking. As the state with the thirdhighest number of reported cases, Florida faces unique challenges in combating trafficking due to its vast tourism industry, extensive transportation networks and diverse population. The Florida Alliance to End Human Trafficking is combatting this with education, advocacy and community engagement. The Alliance has developed a free online training resource (available in 12 languages) that includes various ways to recognize, prevent and address human trafficking. “This month is a reminder of the collective res